Hollie Swofford (left) and Pam McNeil cozy up to ‘Santa Baby,’ also known as Ben Davis, hoping he’ll leave them extravagant presents under the tree. Swofford (soprano), McNeil (piano) and Davis (tenor) are members of the Holiday Players, who are preparing for the group’s musical holiday performance, called “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” The group, which has its roots in the Home for the Holidays ensemble that performed at FENCE for many years, also includes Tena Greene (soprano), Connie Fry-Cedervall (alto), Cynthia Terwilliger (alto), Richard Kennedy (tenor), Mike Greata (bass), Manfred Walter (bass), Barbara Tilly (flute), Donis Schweizer (violin), Bill Hague (percussion) and Linda Lee Reynolds (string bass). “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” will be presented at the Holy Cross Episcopal Church in Tryon on Dec. 17 at 3 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Thermal Belt Habitat for Humanity. (photo by Barbara Tilly)