- Last Updated on Thursday, 29 December 2016 14:24
By Jill Runfola
The Monessen Christmas Parade was a short one, but the night was full of other activities. On November 27, 2016, the parade kicked off at 5:30 p.m. in downtown Monessen and ended with the arrival of Santa, portrayed by Gary Painter, by fire truck.
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| Madalynn Mutschler, 12, had a wish list for Santa, including a hoverboard and trolls. |
The following festivities were held in a lot by the library on Donner Ave., and the crowds really turned out. Featured were Christmas caroling, tree lighting, hot cocoa, cookies, and 150 treat bags made by the Senior Center that were given out by Santa. B & D Fireworks showcased the evening after the tree lighting.
The Monessen Chamber of Commerce and The Monessen Salvation Army made the annual holiday event possible and added the tree lighting ceremony this year, which will become a tradition.
Capt. Sue Thwaite of The Salvation Army said, “Everyone enjoyed Santa, the cocoa and fireworks. It is wonderful to be part of bringing back a tradition in Monessen, which we are sure will continue to grow in the upcoming years. It is nice to see unity and so many people working together to better our community.”
