FORT PIERCE - The Fort Pierce Branch Library has announced its Wednesday movie matinee lineup for December with a series of holiday movies. Movies start at 2 p.m. every Wednesday and are free.

Dec. 3: “Santa Claus the Movie” (1985) featuring Dudley Moore and John Lithgow. This is the delightful story of a master toymaker who discovers a magical kingdom of elves at the North Pole. Run time: 107 minutes.

Dec. 10: “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947) A little girl discovers dreams can come true if you really believe. Run time: 96 minutes.

Dec. 17: “Christmas Vacation” (1989) featuring Chevy Chase. It’s Christmastime for the Griswolds. A season for giving, Yuletide carols, Christmas tree lights glowing brightly…hey, wait, this one’s not glowing. It’s on fire. Run time: 97 minutes.

Dec. 24: “March of the Wooden Soldiers” (1934) featuring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. Originally titled “Babes in Toyland” and based on Victor Herbert’s operetta, this highly rated comedy/fantasy stars Laurel and Hardy as do-gooders trying to help the people of Toyland fight an evil villain. Run time: 77 minutes.

Dec. 31: “It’s A Wonderful Life” (1946) featuring James Stewart and Donna Reed. Frank Capra’s classic tale of George Bailey and his Christmas Eve visit with a guardian angel. Run time: 130 minutes.

The library is located at 101 Melody Lane. For more information, call 772-462-2787.

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