Holiday Magic hosted in downtown Shelton

A "reverse" parade, Christmas karaoke, photos with Santa Claus, and performances by the Shel-Town Strummers are among the highlights of the Holiday Magic event staged from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday in downtown Shelton.

The Kristmas Town Kiwanis Club hosts the event on a stretch of West Railroad Avenue, which will be closed to vehicle traffic. That will allow a "reverse" parade, where the floats and performers are stationary and patrons walk amongst them.

Attendees can pose for photos with Santa Claus. But instead of sitting on his lap, the kids will sit on blocks in front of Santa for th...