Ridgewood Christmas Tree Lighting Kicks Off Holiday Season Despite Cold
CBS New YorkJanuary 5, 20262 min1,680 views
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- 🎄 The village of Ridgewood, New Jersey, is celebrating the start of the holiday season with its annual Christmas tree lighting.
- ❄️ Despite cold weather, crowds gathered in downtown Ridgewood for the festive event.
- 🎅 Santa Claus is reported to be in attendance, adding to the family-friendly atmosphere.
Event Details and Festivities
- ⏰ The Christmas tree lighting ceremony is scheduled for 6:45 PM, with festivities continuing until approximately 9:00 PM.
- 🌟 The event aims to transform the village into a winter wonderland for families.
- 👨👩👧👦 Many families, including those with young children, are attending, with specific mention of a family new to the Ridgewood tree lighting tradition.
Community and Local Business Impact
- 🚗 The downtown area is closed off to cars, encouraging significant foot traffic.
- 🛍️ This closure is seen as very helpful for local businesses during the holiday season.
- 🏘️ The tradition draws attendees from several surrounding towns.
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