Santa arrives in Peru
By Don McBrayer
Despite the biting cold, dozens of children welcomed the arrival of Santa at the 26th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The crowd began to gather at the Peru Gazebo a little before 7PM taking part in Christmas carols and awaiting the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree.
This year the honor of flicking the switch belonged to Kay Barber, a 10 year member of the Youth Commission.
The entire event is organized by the Peru Youth Commission headed by John Flynn. Mr. Flynn gave special thanks to the members of the Highway & W/S Department for their help in setup and decorating. He also thanked the Peru Community Church for the use of the Fellowship Center and the Peru Fire Department for safely delivering Santa.
Like clockwork, as the children sung “Santa Clause is Coming to Town”, Santa arrived via firetruck precisely at 7PM. He then led the children inside so they could tell him their Christmas wishes.
Drinks and snacks were served as neighbors sang along to music provided by Tim’s Tunes. Children of all ages engaged in activities, visited with friends, and enjoyed an evening of merriment.
It may be 10 degrees outside, but that can’t chill the warmth in the hearts of Peruvians during the Holidays.
Posted: December 2nd, 2012 under General News.