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Tree Lighting at The Park
Written By: Mary Jane McCall | Issue: 2016/11 - November
Thanksgiving, the sweetest of holidays when families gather together to give thanks and count their blessings. Good food, laughter and good times make this holiday special.
Family time, that what it’s all about and Highlands’ own Christmas Tree Lighting caps the Thanksgiving weekend on a joyful note.
When the turkey is a pleasant memory, the football games have been watched and the requisite after-Thanksgiving shopping has been done, gather the family and head downtown for the annual Tree Lighting. Festivities begin at 6:30 P.M. at the Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park
on Pine Street.
Pine Street comes alive with a festive winter wonderland feel as families gather together with friends and neighbors, warding off the evening’s chill by sipping hot chocolate and enjoying a cookie while waiting on the festivities to begin. An old-fashioned Christmas Carol sing-along starts things off, followed by readings from the Bible and storytelling.
The highlight of the evening is the lighting of the giant tree on the lawn of the park. Standing in the gentle glow of the Christmas lights, we realize that the magic of the season is upon us. It all adds up to a holiday tradition that is cherished by young and old. Winners of the children’s art contest will be announced and sweatshirts with the winning artwork will be available for sale. Santa will make one of his first appearances of the season, a highlight for many of the youngsters.
To prepare for the crowds, Pine Street will be closed beginning at 5:30 P.M.
The Highlands Downtown Tree Lighting is sponsored by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call the Highlands Visitor Center at (828) 526-2112.
