Quincy - the City of Presidents - Kicks off its Holiday Season with Tree Lighting, Santa Visit and Parade
Photo courtesy of Boston Irish Tourism The City of Quincy , led by Mayor Tom Koch , kicked off a colorful and joyful holiday season this weekend as city officials, neighborhood groups, cultural organizations and tourism advocates rolled out three vibrant days of festivities over the weekend. Photo courtesy of Boston Irish Tourism It began on Friday, November 29, with the annual Christmas Tree lighting on Hancock Adams Common. The spectacle featured a musical performance by award-winning singer Michelle Brooks Thompson . Other entertainments at the tree lighting include stilt walkers, jugglers, fire shows and Victorian carolers. The City of Quincy offered free popcorn, apple cider donuts, coffee and hot chocolate, while Montilio's Bakery offered pizza and desserts. A giant screen played favorite holiday movies throughout the event. Photo courtesy of Boston Irish Tourism The Quincy Chamber of Commerce's Kilroy Square Holiday Market on Cottage Street had hundreds of artisan