The Annual Lighting of the Trees Celebration
Fairhope’s annual ‘Lighting of the Trees’ celebration will hallmark the arrival of the holiday season on November 17. Thousands of shimmering lights donned upon the tree lined streets will instantly brighten up the streets of downtown Fairhope this Thursday evening. Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with musical performances by the Fairhope High School Band, Baldwin County Youth Orchestra and the Eastern Shore Choral Society. Then at 6:00 p.m. sharp, with the flip of a switch, operated by the Fairhope-Point Clear Youth Rotary Club the moon lit downtown will become a magical wonderland filled with sparkling cheer!
Each year a distinguished person or service organization is recognized and the ‘Tree Lighting Ceremony’ is dedicated to them. This year’s lighting ceremony honoree is The Fairhope-Point Clear Youth Rotary Club. The Rotary Youth Club is recognized for the outstanding job with their after school and summer programs. The programs foster self-esteem and provide tools for success for young people in our area.
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Lori Dubose, station manager of WABF 1220 AM will emcee the event. Mrs. Claus will be passing out candy canes and will also take your wish list back to the North Pole for Santa. The poster for this year’s tree lighting celebration was created by local artist Eugenia Foster. Foster’s interpretation was inspired by her recent trip to Italy and France. A display of her artwork will be featured at the Lyon’s Share Gallery the night of the ceremony. This year’s posters will also be available to purchase for $5 from the Lyon’s Share and Fairhope City Hall.
Holiday activities will continue on Saturday, with a ‘Movie in the Street on Fairhope Avenue’ hosted by the Downtown Fairhope Business Association. This is the second year for this family fun event. The captivating Polar Express movie will be begin at 6:30, children are invited to wear their pajamas. Families are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments will be available and admission is free.
To wrap up the weekend, Fairhope’s Annual Christmas Open House will be held on Sunday, November 20 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. With live entertainment and refreshments throughout town, this Fairhope tradition continues to grow every year and is one that is sure to inspire you to get out your mistletoe and holly! Come join in holiday magic this weekend and spread the cheer!
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