For a number of years, residents of Alton have gathered to celebrate the lighting of a Christmas tree, singing, enjoying hot cider and community fellowship. Over the years, they were fortunate to have a tree donated from a neighbour. Last year, it was a struggle at times to secure the tree from winter storms and wind. So a beautiful evergreen was planted in the Alton Village Square last Wednesday. The planting is in time to help celebrate the lighting of the Village Christmas Tree at the Square Dec. 3, starting at 6 p.m. All are invited to join in.
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