Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, DECEmbER 8, 2023 City of Everett hosts annual Tree Lighting Everett community gathered in Everett Square as mayor Demaria and family threw the switch to light the tree The giant inflatable snowman fun house in the Norwood Street Parking Lot was a hit. The Everett High School Band helped lead the procession down Broadway to the event in Everett Square. Some attendees chose to take a break from the excitement and sit by the fire and enjoy holiday classics playing throughout the event. The School Street Municipal Parking Lot was packed with attendees checking out everything this annual event had to offer. Attendees awaiting their balloon creations. There were plenty of free goodies throughout the event – like fried dough, warm pretzels and hot chocolate – for all to enjoy. Everett Chamber of Commerce President Dan Cameron welcomed attendees to kick off the festivities. The Jani Star Dancers Dance Team performed. Attendees enjoyed hay rides during the event. The line waiting to see Santa and Mrs. Claus was no big deal thanks to arts and crafts being available while attendees waited. Pedro Rivera, a member of the City of Everett’s Department of Public Works team, performed. Mr. and Mrs. Claus greeted all the children and their families, who could take a professional photo and create a lasting memory. There were many favorite holiday characters roaming throughout the event, but even The Grinch couldn’t resist Everett’s holiday spirit.
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