St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 7 Faulkner Street in Ayer, will host its annual “In a Manger” event Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 9, 1 to 4 p.m., featuring nearly 500 crèches from around the world. The event is free and open to the public. Complimentary cookies and apple cider will be available. Visit standrewsayer.org for more details








