GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) – The 2^nd annual Merry Grinchmas Breakfast pitted the Grinch against Mr. Claus at Saturday’s Merry Grinchmas Breakfast.

Held at the Gridley Community Center, families enjoyed pancakes, eggs and sausage made and served by the Gridley Lions Club and took advantage of the fun-filled holiday festivities, courtesy of Gridley Parks and Recreation and multiple local sponsors.

Whether it was Santa, the Grinch or both, kids got the chance to get their picture taken with the holiday icons. The fun family atmosphere had something for everyone – a gift buying area full of affordable items for children to buy for family and friends, Christmas crafts, Who-ville selfie station, and of course, the gingerbread house competition.

The tasty houses were judged by attendees in the categories of “Most Creative,” “Most Adorable” and “Most Festive.” Trina Leishman, Gridley Parks and Recreation Director and coordinator of the Merry Grinchmas Breakfast said that “We had about 12 entries” in this year’s contest. She says that winners took home “a free personal pizza and all participants got a card for a Burgie ice cream cone.”

This year’s event drew an even larger crowd and new members of the community came out to join in the impressive event. Local businesses and groups with hearts two sizes-too big donated both gifts for the silent auction and money to help make the breakfast a fantastic feast for the children of the community. Proceeds from the breakfast go directly back into the community, supporting Gridley Parks and Rec activities and sports. Overall, the Grinchmas Breakfast was a delight and a who’s-hoot of holiday fun.