If you're tired of the typical holiday party, there are several fun things to check out in Plum and Oakmont tonight and tomorrow. Check here to see if your church or organization has something planned.

Dec. 18, 4-8 p.m., Oakmont Yacht Club will hold its Tom & Jerry Cocktail Party. Members can enjoy the sights of the river and enjoy entertainment.

Dec. 18, 6:30-8 p.m., St. John the Baptist will hold its junior high Christmas party in the school cafeteria.

Dec. 19, 1-5 p.m., All are welcome to drop by at St. John the Baptist to help decorate and get the building decorated for Christmas.

Dec. 19, 11 a.m., St. Irenaeus Catholic Church will bless families' Christchild figures from nativity sets for its annual Blessing of the Christchild following 11 a.m. Mass.

Festive Ideas

If your organization doesn't have anything planned, try one of these activities to get in the holiday spirit:

1. Fold origami ornaments for your Christmas tree.

2. Help a child write a letter to Santa.

3. Call your nearest church, library, senior center or food pantry and ask what you can do to help.

4. Check on elderly neighbors and make sure they are winter-equipped with salt and plenty of food, and offer your contact information.

5. Hit the slopes at Boyce Park.

6. Make popcorn and watch your favorite Christmas movie, which you can borrow from Plum Library or Oakmont Library.

7. Stop into Shop 'N Save, Community Market, Today's Market or Giant Eagle to stock up on cookie-making supplies, then warm up your house by spending the day or night baking.

8. Get in some Christmas shopping by stopping in Oakmont's Allegheny River Boulevard boutiques and specialty stores.

9. Go for a short, brisk walk in your neighborhood.

10. Drive around Plum and Oakmont and choose your favorite Christmas light displays.