Senator Golden (And Santa) To Host Christmas Tree Lightings

[UPDATE] 12/7/11 Senator Marty Golden’s office has informed us that the Christmas tree lighting scheduled for Wednesday December 7, at McKinley Park has been canceled due to inclement weather. The ceremony has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 13, at 6:30 p.m. in McKinley Park.

The following is a press release from the office of Senator Marty Golden:

SENATOR GOLDEN AND SANTA CLAUS TO HOST CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTINGS

Brooklyn- State Senator Marty Golden will host two Christmas Tree
lightings this week in the community to help bring out the holiday spirit
throughout the community.

The Christmas Tree lightings, which will feature Christmas caroling,
hot chocolate and a special visit from Santa Claus, will take place at the
following times and places:

Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 6:30 p.m.
McKinley Park (Fort Hamilton Parkway and Bay Ridge Parkway)

Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 6:30 p.m.
Lady Moody Square (Van Sicklen and Avenue U)

Donations for Senator Golden’s annual Toys for Tots drive will be
collected at the events.

Members of the media are welcome.

State Senator Marty Golden represents Senate District 22, which includes Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Gerritsen Beach and Marine Park; as well as parts of Bensonhurst, Midwood, Gravesend and Sheepshead Bay.