Derby lights tree on Green with Santa's help

Santa waves to crowd on the Green as people await the arrival of the "real" Santa Claus.

DERBY - The Cultural Commission sponsored the city's annual tree lighting Friday night on the Green. Kids of all ages were on hand for the festivities.

Christmas songs and carols were performed by St. Mary-St. Michael School chorus as well as the combined chorus from Derby middle and high schools.

St. Mary-St. Michael School students sing Christmas carols.

Music teacher Kim Stoll, left, sings with her middle and high school students.

 

Frosty was there at the gazebo too.

                   

Mayor Anthony Staffieri greets the crowd.   

                      Santa arrived via firetruck; here he waves to all, much to the kids' delight.

Cultural Commission member Gloriann Albini sings 'Jingle Bells' with Santa.

The Green was transformed with the flick of a switch.

Note: These photos were taken off of a video, which explains the less than clear quality.
I hope they convey the festive air the Cultural Commission created on the Green.