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Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
Leesburg Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Kicks Off First Friday Celebration on
December 2, 2011 at 6:00 pm
Leesburg, VA (November 29, 2011) – The Town of Leesburg invites locals and visitors to enjoy
"the most wonderful time of the year" and experience a little holiday magic in historic
downtown Leesburg. On Friday, December 2, 2011, at 6:00 pm, join friends and neighbors and
celebrate the start of the holiday season in Leesburg at the annual Christmas Tree and Menorah
Lighting on the Town Green (25 West Market Street).
The festive ceremony will feature performances from Loudoun County High School’s Chamber
Choir, the renowned Loudoun Chorale, and holiday messages from Mayor Kristen Umstattd and
other member of the Leesburg Town Council. The crowd will be invited to join in a holiday sing-
a-long and then the Mayor will “throw the switch” to light the beautiful tree.
Plan to stay in downtown Leesburg after the ceremony as the downtown merchants will host
Leesburg’s First Friday. Over 45 downtown shops, restaurants and businesses will be open late,
with live music, special sales and holiday cheer. For a full listing of First Friday activities and
specials, please visit www.leesburgfirstfriday.com.
For more information about the Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Ceremony, and all of the
other “Holidays in Leesburg” festivities, please visit www.idalee.org.
Contact:
Rachael Goodwin
Special Events Supervisor
rgoodwin@leesburgva.gov
703-737-7156
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