The Fairmount Civic Association held its annual lighting ceremony at the Stillman Garden, on the southwestern corner of Parrish and Stillman, on Saturday, December 3rd.

  Community members, families and their four-legged friends gathered to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. Hot chocolate, mulled wine, soft pretzels and other snacks were served up as the crowd chatted with each other.

  After a quick speech and a ‘thank you’ to those who have served the garden and the community over the years, two children in attendance had the honor of throwing the switch and lighting the Christmas tree.   •