25th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting (See

Welcome Christmas To Port Washington

This year we are celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Annual Port Washington Christmas Celebration and Tree Lighting on Sunday, Dec. 4, in Blumenfeld Park on Main Street in Port Washington!

The Christmas Pageant begins at 4:30 p.m. with the Live Nativity and a reading of the Christmas Story. Immediately following the pageant is the lighting of our beautiful Christmas tree. The night’s festivities conclude with the arrival of Santa.

Music to accompany the Live Nativity and Christmas Pageant will be provided by the Liquid Bread Brass Band followed by The Red Stocking Singers and a fun and entertaining Christmas Sing-a-long.

Hot drinks and cookies will be available as well as crafts for the kids. New to the event we will have the opportunity to sponsor an angel.

The Honorees this year are Pia Haselbach and George Martin, long-time Port residents who helped to create this magical event, and are still active members of the committee today. We will also be honoring Sr. Kathy Sommerville of Our Lady of Fatima Church in Manorhaven for all she does for the community and her selfless work at the Parish Outreach and Food Pantry here in Port Washington. They will have the honor of lighting this year’s Christmas Tree.

Join this amazing event. It is a wonderful and delightful experience for all. And for our 25th Anniversary celebration-who knows what surprises there might be!

Wear warm clothing! (Something red, if you have it!) Check out our Facebook page for more information.

The crowd at last year’s Christmas tree lighting. ‘Santa’s Helper’ from the Chritmas Sing-A-Long.

Santa and Mrs. Claus (Contributed photos)

Members of the Live Nativity from 2021.

The Port Washington Christmas Celebration Committee is made up of Port Washington resident volunteers and business owners. The committee is thankful to our local businesses and the individuals in the community who generously help to support this event every year. All donations are welcome, please go to our Facebook page: Port Washington Christmas Tree Lighting where you can donate to our GO-FUND-ME page and help us continue to host this beautiful annual event in our town. —Submitted by the Port Washington Christmas Celebration Committee

Congregational Christmas Tree Sale Benefits Youth Service Projects

Buying a Christmas tree certainly adds beauty and holiday cheer to one’s home, but buying one from the youth group at The Congregational Church of Manhasset can make a lasting difference in the lives of others. The sale begins this Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3 and 4, in the Church courtyard. The money raised from this sale supports such events as last summer’s service trip to Austin, TX where our youth worked with organizations to help those most at risk with food insecurity.

On Friday night the young people will gather to set up for the sale. After several hours, the area is prepared as the excitement builds. The youth spend the night in the church, ready to sell at 9:00 a.m. sharp on Saturday morning. The tree sale is more than just a fundraiser for the youth program. The teens take part in every aspect of the sale from collecting the money to tying trees on top of customers’ cars. It is not only fun, but also allows the youth to learn responsibility and teamwork. Customers have their choice of traditional balsams and Douglas firs in a variety of sizes. Persons looking for a wreath or pine roping will be pleased with the selection. Snow, rain, or shine, the Saturday hours are 9:00 a.m until 4:00 p.m. On Sunday morning, the sale begins after Worship at 11:00 a.m. and runs until 3:00 p.m. If any trees are left, they can be purchased during the week by calling 516-784 - 6942. The Congregational Church is located at 1845 Northern Blvd. in Manhasset. —Submitted by The Congregational Church of Manhasset The tree sale begins Saturday, Dec. 3 at 9 a.m. (Contributed photo)