Tessa Sanneman, in red, Kate Sanneman and Lila Rivara, alongside Hempstead Town Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, left, Trustee Emilio Grillo and Mayor Francis Murray, got ready to flip the switch too illuminate the village’s Christmas tree.
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Frosty the Snowman greeted children at the lighting.
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The tree will illuminate the Village Green throughout the holiday season.
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Five-year-old Aiden Deneen dueled with his mother, Lulu.
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Santa and his elves greeted families as he rode by on a firetruck.
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The South Side High School choir sang “Frosty the Snowman,” with a guest appearance.
Rockville Centre residents joined local officials and other community members at the Village Green on Nov. 30 to flip the switch on the village’s Christmas tree lights and officially ring in the holiday season.
Mayor Francis Murray greeted the crowd and Msgr. William Koenig blessed the attendees before the South Side High School choir sang holiday favorites. Frosty the Snowman and Santa Claus made cameos, bringing the hundreds of all ages joy and cheer.
