Central Astoria LDC Tree Lighting

The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition proudly announces the arrival of a brand new holiday tradition to be enjoyed by generations to come, the Astoria Park Holiday Tree Lighting.

           

            George Stamatiades, President of Central Astoria LDC, sums it up best stating, “We’re thrilled to be able to begin a new tradition in beautiful Astoria Park.  Astoria’s great wealth of cultures, a microcosm of the world, coming together for a traditional tree lighting symbolizes what makes Astoria the great place that it is.”  He expressed his gratitude to others involved in the project saying, “I want to thank Commissioner Dorothy Lewandowski and the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation for their collaborative cooperation, without which we would not have been able to get this idea off the ground.”  Marie Torniali, Executive Director of Central Astoria LDC, adds, “We would also like to thank Thomas M. Quinn and Sons for their generous support  that enables  us to bring this new community event to Astoria Park.”

            In addition to the lighting of a beautiful, newly planted Douglas Fir, which will only grow more beautiful in years to come, the sounds of the holiday season will fill the air as carols are played throughout the night.  One of the highlights of the evening will be a reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” by a special guest that is sure to be a can’t miss experience.

            Be sure to mark this event down on your calendars and come out to join family, friends, and neighbors in enjoying a wonderful night of celebration in Astoria Park.  The inaugural Astoria Park Holiday Tree Lighting will be held onWednesday, December 18^th, at 6:30 p.m. on Astoria Park Lawn near the corner of 19^th Street and 23^rd Avenue.  For more information visit www.centralastoria.comor call the Central Astoria LDC at (718) 728-7820.