FALL RIVER: The rainy weather from the previous day cleared and allowed for a perfect night for the annual Fall River and Area Business Association (FRABA) Christmas Tree Lighting on Dec. 2.
PHOTOS: Reporter Pat Healey’s best from the night
With the weather being not too cold, while the ground was quite damp as was evident by the green space next to Tim Hortons in Fall River, hundreds turned out to see the tree lit up.
Before the tree lighting took place though, musical entertainment was provided by the kids from Joyful Sounds who got the crowd singing festive tunes of the season,
Meanwhile speeches were given by MP Darrell Samson, MLA Bill Horne, and Councillor Steve Streatch.
Streatch announced he would be giving $2,500 to FRABA for future community events such as the tree lighting.
A special presentation was made by the NS Arts & Crafts sale to the Lions Christmas Express. Their organizers presented a $1,100 cheque to the Xmas Express, with Horne accepting on their behalf.
The Fall River Garden Club also made a presentation to the Lions Christmas Express in the amount of $350. Horne also accepted this presentation.
Jason Crowell from Aerotec Engines in Beaver Bank was the emcee for the event.
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived on board his sleigh pulled by Cameron from FRABA member CSD. With some help getting down, the two made their way through the crowd towards the stage where Santa addressed the crowd.
The kid singers from Joyful Sounds got a special shoutout for their awesome singing that Santa said warmed both his and Mrs. Claus’ hearts.
Even the instructors from Joyful Sounds got into the act, performing a a pair of routines to much delight and cheering from the crowd.
After the short chat, Crowell got the crowd to do the countdown for the tree to be lit. Once the countdown hit zero, the tree beamed as it was lit up for all to see.
Thanks to all who put in time to make the tree lighting occur!
phealey@enfieldweeklypress.com