The Downtown Hays Development Corp. is leading a Christmas Cookie Exchange to benefit the Hays Area Children’s Center. The event will take place on Small Business Saturday – Saturday, Nov. 29.

Cookie Boxes can be purchased at participating businesses for $5, with proceeds benefiting the children’s center.

Participating businesses include Bella Luna Boutique, C.S. Post & Co., Couture for Men & Women, Diamond R Jewelry, J Studio and Salon, Simply Charmed, The Furniture Look and the Paisley Pear.

DHDC’s 14th annual FrostFest Illuminated Parade will be at 6 p.m. Dec. 6 in downtown Hays, and parade entry forms are now available by emailing [email protected].