“The Grinch” (left) tests holiday merchandise Tuesday during the MRMC Auxiliary’s second annual Merry Christmas Market at Magnolia’s LifeSmart Center. The local Yuletide shopping event, designed as a fundraiser for the volunteer organization, played host to approximately 25 vendors selling clothing, crafts, bath items, jewelry and more. A food truck was also on hand outside. The first 60 attendees received special holiday merchandise bags as well.