On Friday, December 18, the Morris Park Christmas Tree Lighting, hosted by the Morris Park Community Association, Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and Senator Jeff Klein, was held in Loreto Park, the first tree ceremony in Morris Park. In addition to the tree lighting, there was a live musical performance, hot refreshments provided by the Morris Park Community Association and, of course, a special appearance by Santa Claus.
Nicole Routolo with her daughter, Stella, during the tree lighting.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt
(l-r) John Marano; Mike Rivadeneyra from Councilman James Vacca’s office; Tom Lucania, representing Borough President Ruben Diaz; Tommy Messina, representing Congressman Joseph Crowley; Santa; Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj; Senator Jeff Klein; Al D’Angelo; Tony Signorile and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto.
Photo by Walter Pofeldt
