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Friday, November 29, 2024 at 5:00 P.M.

what
Holiday Tree Lighting 2024
location
Kensington Park
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Once again, the Kensington Talmadge Community Association invites you to join us for the annual tree lighting in Kensington Park. The tree will be lit at approximately 5:00 P.M. on Friday, November 29th. Complimentary refreshments will be provided to launch the holiday season at 4:30 P.M. We will serve hot chocolate; compliments of Ponce’s and cookies compliments of Kensington Cafe. We offer our thanks to generous contributors from local businesses, community groups and residents.
Bring the family and enjoy a festive community celebration! After the lighting, walk over to the Autism Center to see David Urban’s alpine village display in the window.
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The Friends of Franklin Foundation is hosting a hybrid auction to benefit STEAM education at Franklin Elementary — and there are two easy ways to participate:
🏠 In person at Ponce’s Mexican Restaurant:
Sunday, May 3 | 2–5 PM | Adults 21+ only
💻 Online auction:
April 26 – May 3 via Auctria
You can also donate an item, volunteer, or purchase $20 tickets at the link below. Every dollar goes directly to STEAM programs for our kids.
FriendsofFranklinFoundation.org/news/franklin-fest-sunday-may-3-2026/
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