Lighting of Concord set for Friday, Dec. 2

The Lighting of Concord will illuminate a country Christmas atmosphere starting at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 in downtown Concord. Festivities will begin with supper at the Concord Cafe and the arrival of Santa by helicopter at 6 p.m. ’While awaiting the special guest of honor, gather around crackling fire boxes with friends old and new or snuggle up for a hay ride,’ said organizer Anita Neath. ‘Visit our Christmas Bazaar and find Christmas gifts for that special someone. Sing along to Christmas carols as we light the big tree.’Santa will visit with children in the Strickland Building and a photographer will be on site.