Walk Through Bethlehem, a tour through the biblical town on the night of Jesus\u2019s birth, returns to Montalba from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12 through Sunday, 14. Each year, 600 to 800 visitors attend the free three-day event, now in its 19th year.<\/p>\n
Visitors arrive at the Montalba Baptist Church, at the corner of Highway 19 and FM 321.<\/p>\n
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