The State Street Area Association will be putting on a holiday open house for East Columbus residents from 3 to 6 p.m., Saturday at the recently closed Eastside Community Center.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand, as well as gifts for children. Chili will be served and the association will be giving its award for the East Columbus holiday decorating contest, which was judged last night. The winner will receive $75 and runners up will receive a ham from Mariah.