For the City Times

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Each year, during the first week of December, the Wisconsin Rapids Area Community Choir holds its Christmas concert.

This year’s concert will be held at the First Congregational Church, 311 Second St. South, Wisconsin Rapids, on Dec. 7 at 4 p.m.

The choir began 16 years ago with 10 members. Now, over 40 members will present both secular and religious Christmas songs and carols, including many favorites.

The choir is under the direction of Cyd Cooper and accompanied by Mary Englert. Choir members are from Wisconsin Rapids, Nekoosa, Port Edwards, Rudolph, Vesper, and the town of Rome.