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Borough President Diaz Ruben Diaz, Jr. Hosts
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. hosted the Bronx’s time
honored Christmas tree lighting ceremony and holiday festivities
on Thursday, December 6 at the Bronx County Building.
The evening included a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus
who provided hot choclate, delicious cookies and
treats for the community and youth. The Yuletide
celebration featured performances by The Celia
Cruz Bronx High School Choir, Students Taking a
New Direction NYC and Lil Lex.
Diaz (c) welcomed North Pole natives Santa and Mrs. Claus
to the Boogie Down Bronx.
Local families enjoyed taking their photos with Santa and Photo by Kasey Rodriguez
Mrs. Claus. Photo by Kasey Rodriguez
Malakai and his mother enjoyed the holiday festivities.
Photo by Kasey Rodriguez
Local youth wore their Yuletide best for the special occasion.
Photo by Kasey Rodriguez
Families and their children received gifts after meeting
Santa. Photo by Kasey Rodriguez
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