RAY BROOK — The New York state Department of Environmental Conservation Region 5 invites the public to attend the annual children’s holiday party at the regional headquarters in Ray Brook on Thursday, Dec. 18, from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Children and their families can meet Santa and Smokey Bear, enjoy complimentary refreshments and participate in a variety of activities including cookie decorating and coloring.

The DEC Region 5 headquarters is located at 1115 state Route 86. The event will take place in the building’s lobby and main conference room. Guests can park in the lot directly in front of the building and enter through the front doors. The event is free and open to all members of the public, with no reservations required.