Light There Be Lights: Ellwood Christmas season kicks off Friday

Louise Carroll
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ELLWOOD CITY ― Let There Be Lights officially opens the Christmas holiday season at 6 p.m. Friday on Lawrence Avenue from Fourth to Sixth streets.

Join your friends and family to stroll through a winter wonderland with street vendors and festive storefronts and go for a horse-drawn carriage ride provided by Misty Lane Farms. At 6 p.m. in front of the municipal building, you can enjoy the unique sound of the Sanctuary Jazz Band.

Lawrence Avenue in Ellwood City was lined with people for the tree-lighting ceremony as part of the community’s Light Up Night in 2018.
Lawrence Avenue in Ellwood City was lined with people for the tree-lighting ceremony as part of the community’s Light Up Night in 2018.

The totally family-friendly event is the perfect way to begin the Christmas season.

Lawrence County's premiere master of ceremonies Vaughn Hudspath will keep the party moving in the Ellwood City Community Plaza where the 25-foot tree donated by Lake Forest Gardens is the centerpiece of the festivity. At 7:30 p.m. the tree springs to light and spectacular fireworks are sure to make your spirits merry and bright. Enjoy the harmonious melodies of the Riverside High School Chorus, a  special performance by New Castle Playhouse's leading lady Holly Marshall.

Everyone will be in the plaza including the man of the hour, Santa Claus.

At 6:30 p.m., Dance Expressions will perform at the PNC Bank drive-thru.

The Ellwood City Christmas Parade begins at 3 p.m. Saturday with bands, floats, fire engines and all the other traditional groups that lead up to Santa Claus' official appearance.

Christmas in the Park begins Saturday and is open every evening from 6 to 9 p.m. Drive through a magical journey of dazzling lights, festive displays and holiday cheer. Christmas Tree Lane with trees sponsored by businesses, in honor or memory of someone of just because it's Christmas, is a special part of the celebration.

On opening night, Santa will be at Trefoil Lodge for a jolly visit with the children. Additional dates will be announced on the Ellwood City Chamber website, https://ellwoodchamber.org/etn/christmas-in-the-park/.

What: Let There Be Lights

Where: Lawrence Avenue

When: 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 1: Tree lighting at 7:30 p.m., followed by fireworks.

What: Christmas in the Park

Where: Ewing Park

When: Beginning Dec. 2 every evening 6 to 9 p.m.

Admission: Donations accepted.

This article originally appeared on Beaver County Times: Christmas season kicks off with Ellwood's Let There Be Lights event