Christmas Tree Lighting in Derby

Santa came by special delivery from the fire department!               

The City of Derby’s Cultural Commission held its traditional Friday after Thanksgiving Day Christmas Tree lighting. Groups from St. Mary-St. Michael as well as the Derby Middle and Derby High School and from the Derby Senior Center and New Life Church performed assorted Christmas Carols and festive songs.

The weather was fabulous with just enough “nip” in the air for the occasion. Connies of Derby supplied Hot Chocolate and the Derby Public Works once again decorated Derby’s Birmingham Green with a spectacular display. Dave Stec was on hand to help with the lighting as well as Santa, Mayor Anthony Staffieri and 3 little Santa helpers, Danny Soto, Maxwell DiCarlo & Chris Soto. 

 Santa, who arrived in style in a fire truck from the Birmingham Fire Department driven by Ron Culmo, was on hand for photos and hugs for those who wanted them and candy canes were passed out to those children who wanted them.  People had their photos taken in front of the tree that was located in the center of the Green.  Stop by the Green at night and maybe take a photo for your next family Christmas card.

Story & Photos by Markanthony Izzo
Posted December 2, 2008