Flushing community leaders, local elected officials and residents kicked off the holiday season on Thursday, Dec. 1 with a tree lighting celebration at Tangram, a new premier destination for shopping and fine dining in the community.
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The event dazzled spectators with new decor, music, special performances, and a visit from Santa Claus. Guests were treated to a sneak preview of the ‘La Boutique Fantasque’ (The Magic Toyshop) performed by the Great Neck Ballet under Roberta Stern officially coming to the city in late December.
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An octet of Christmas Carolers were dressed in Dickens costumes singing Christmas classics, along with local children choirs, dance groups, solo singers and St. John’s University dance team.
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Continuing the holiday festivities, Tangram will offer free photos with Santa with any same-day food hall purchase of $20 on select dates.
Photos with Santa:
Saturday, Dec. 3 (12 p.m. to 3 p.m.)
Tuesday, Dec. 13 (4 p.m. to 7 p.m.)
Saturday, Dec. 17 (12 p.m. to 3 p.m.)
Tuesday, Dec. 20 (4 p.m. to 7 p.m.)