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A Chilly Christmas Tree Lighting at Borough Hall

Last night, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz ushered in some holiday cheer.

Temperatures might have approached the freezing mark last night, but at Brooklyn Borough Hall Plaza, there was enough laughter and holiday cheer to warm anyone's heart.

Brooklyn Borough President and Deputy Borough President Yvonne Graham hosted the annual tree lighting and toy giveaway. Three dance troupes -- American Ballet Theater, Brooklyn Ballet and Mark Morris Dance Group -- presented a snippet of "The Nutcracker," Markowitz offered a few remarks and then the crowd closed in to capture the moment everyone was waiting for: the official tree lighting.

Joining the festivities were , City Council Member Lewis Fidler and Borough Parks Commissioner , whose son, Kameron, helped light the tree.

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Following the tree lighting approximately 100 kids and their parents rushed up the stairs and inside of Borough Hall for unlimited rounds of hot chocolate, Christmas cookies, free toys and a sit-down with Santa. 'Tis the Season to be jolly.


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