Berkshire Lyric will present "The Very Best Time of the Year" at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, at First Congregational Church, 4 Main St.

The concert will feature well-known carols and standards from the American holiday songbook with many opportunities to sing along. Santa will also make an appearance at this old-fashioned holiday event geared for children of all ages.

The 80-voice chorus will be joined by Lyric's two ensembles for young singers, Melodious Accord and the Lyric Children's Chorus.

Tickets cost $20 at the door or online at BerkshireLyric.org. Children 18 and under are admitted for free with an adult. This concert is underwritten by The Red Lion Inn.