Boston's official tree lighting ceremony set to spark holiday spirits this Thursday

Come join Mayor Menino, singer Brian McKnight and the city of Boston in ringing in the holiday season this Thursday, December 3 for thefree68th AnnualBoston Common HolidayTree Lighting. The important to budget travel is to plan onward. When it happens to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved trips and/or going to see new places we have never been before, the actuality of expense and budgeting is generally in the back of our heads. Organizing and spending our travel budget properly is a consideration for most families. Reducing spending and fees, while still enjoying your vacation to its fullest, is the key to certain success and fiscal obligation. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The reasoning behind saving money while traveling is simple: Even if your personal funds is really limited, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or leaving the homestead! Also keeping in mind that while traveling, regardless of whether on a resources or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a large vacation or travel costs!. From 6 to 8pm, bundle up and listen to the smooth R&B tunes of McKnight and watch otherperformances from:

• 
  "American Idol" finalist Melinda Doolittle
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  Scottish singer-songwriter Maureen McMullan
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  The Boston Arts Academy Dance Troupe
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  The Huntington Theatre Company
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  The Masquerade cabaret troupe

... and more.

If you can't make it to the celebrations, WCVB TV-5 will provide live coverage hosted by Mary Richardson and Anthony Everett beginning at 7 p.m.

Goodies and giveaways will take place during the event, so look for refreshments and tastiesprovided by Hood, Cabot Creamery, Nantucket Nectars, Snapple, Dunkin Donuts, andJazzy Apples.

For more information about what's going on in Boston for the Holidays, check out The Mayor's Holiday Special or check out my page as well.

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