Westport’s official Christmas & Holiday Tree shining brightly Friday night. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
WESTPORT — Charged by the sounds of the Staples High School Orphenians, the town’s official Christmas tree was sparked Friday night in front of Town Hall.
Choir members and First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker react to the lights turning on. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker had her first official turn at the switch, illuminating the enormous fur tree standing in front of Town Hall.
Orphenian Rohan Wadhwani, 15, arrives to sing in his holiday gear. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
Around 100 people came out to the event, which marks the official start of the Christmas season in Westport.
Musical Director Luke Rosenberg conducts the Staples Orphenians on the steps of Town Hall. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
Addie Purcell, 15, performs with the Orphenians. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker, flanked by the SHS Orphenians, addresses the crowd. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)Peter Macris, 17, arrives to perform in the holiday spirit. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)Visitors watch the Orphenians perform. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)Westport’s official Christmas tree on display at Town Hall. (Photo by Jarret Liotta)
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