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Photos: Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Kicks Off Greendale's Holiday Season

Hundreds gathered to enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas lead by village president John Hermes and Santa Claus.

Kim Stemmer, Neighbor
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conducted its annual tree lighting ceremony, a 70 year old tradition, on Friday evening. 

Festivities kicked off with music from the Command Performance Band quartet followed by caroling with the choir.  Village President John Hermes pulled the switch that lit up the Christmas tree and village center.  Santa wrapped up the evening greeting hundreds of excited children.

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