Residents looking to kick off their holiday season can head to the Mentor Municipal Center this evening, December 3, for the annual Community Tree Lighting Ceremony. Starting at 6:00 PM, the event promises to fill the air with festive tunes and the warmth of community cheer, as reported by the City of Mentor's official website.

An appearance by Santa Claus will add to the evening's allure, arriving regally in a horse-drawn carriage set against the backdrop of a light-flecked winter's evening. Families eager to capture a moment with St. Nick can enjoy photo opportunities, while local choirs lend their voices to holiday favorites creating a soundtrack for memories, light refreshments will be on offer to complete the festive tableau.

The event, which is slated to run until 7:30 PM, is free and open to all community members. It offers a perfect occasion for families, friends, and neighbors to gather together and embrace the spirit of the holiday season.

The Mentor Municipal Center, the venue for the celebration, is conveniently located at 8500 Civic Center Boulevard. The annual lighting of the community tree stands as a symbolic beacon of unity and joy, a testament to the collective delight that defines this time of year, which seeks to brighten not just the spruce's boughs but also the countenances of all who come to bask in its soft electric glow.