The Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol will be read by actor Doug Day at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4 at the Grand Army of the Republic Hall, 416 Hamilton Blvd.

Doug Day has directed and starred in local theater, studied acting in New York City, toured nationally, performed at the White House and on television, taught at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York and at Illinois Central College.

He dedicates this performance to the late architect and historic preservation advocate Les Kenyon, whose vision saved the GAR Hall, the venue for this event. It is a fund raiser to benefit the elevator fund of the GAR Hall. Admission is $10.00.

The public is invited, and refreshments will be served.