Date Set For Annual City Hall Tree Lighting In Milford
The City of Milford will welcome the holiday season on Saturday, Nov. 25 at 5pm with its Annual City Hall Tree Lighting.
In addition, the Milford High School Choir will lead the crowd in singing many holiday favorites, as well as provide a sneak peek to a few of their own winter choral pieces. Santa will also make a special appearance this year.
“We are excited to have the Milford School District, Santa and the community join us for this tradition each year,” said Sara Bluhm, Economic Development & Community Engagement Administrator. “It’s a wonderful family-friendly way to kick off the holiday season and we thank our Public Works and Electric crews for making our city shine!”
The City Hall Tree Lighting is the capstone to Small Business Saturday, always held the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Milford’s small businesses will be open to welcome shoppers and Santa will arrive in his house via vintage fire truck as he has in years past in Downtown Milford at 11am. Santa will be in his house on Fridays and Saturdays 5-8pm and Sundays 11am-2pm through Dec. 23. Children are welcome to sit on Santa’s lap again this year and families can take their own pictures.
City Hall is located at 201 S. Walnut St. and free parking is available behind the building or throughout the downtown area.
WJBR is Delaware’s Christmas Station
Stores and Restaurants Open on Christmas Day
Most of us eagerly anticipate spending Christmas Day unwrapping gifts and enjoying time with family. But certain overlooked items always require a last-minute visit to a store. That’s when knowing which spots are open becomes beneficial.
Why certain places opt to remain open on Christmas?
It might strike some as unusual that certain places opt to remain open on Christmas. However, not everyone observes the holiday. Some individuals may even prefer working during this time, anticipating more generous tips. The thing about Christmas is that ads and commercials usually depict it as the ultimate day of the year for everyone. Yet, for those who are missing loved ones or simply prefer to overlook Christmas entirely, it might not be the “most wonderful time of the year” for them. The places that choose to stay open on Christmas may have valid reasons for doing so.
Several restaurants and stores typically close early on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day, but this doesn’t apply universally. Some chains keep various locations open during the holiday season. If you’re curious about your local spots, either make a call or check online to confirm their hours.
For those in the mood for a steak, options like Outback can cater to such preferences, while coffee enthusiasts can rely on chains like Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts to stay caffeinated during the holiday rush. Some restaurants offer dining-in options with reservations, while others, such as Cracker Barrel and Boston Market, provide à la carte holiday menus to accommodate a range of preferences.
Whether your Christmas tradition involves a home-cooked meal, dining out at a favorite spot, or a quick store run for forgotten items, knowing the operating hours of nearby stores and restaurants on Christmas Day can be useful. To save time and prevent the inconvenience of visiting closed stores, we’ve compiled a list of some places open during this festive period. Additionally, for those not participating in Christmas celebrations or preferring takeout, there are dining alternatives available.
