Join us as we continue our 150th anniversary celebration with a special tree lighting ceremony on December 3, 2014. This event is free and open to the public.
The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. on the front lawn of St. Vincent Charity Medical Center. Guests can enjoy children’s activities, hot beverages and holiday snacks, holiday music, giveaways, fireworks and, of course, the lighting of the tree. The lighting of the tree will take place around 6:55 p.m. following a formal program at 6:15 p.m. Speakers include David F. Perse, President and CEO of SVCMC and Chair of 150th Anniversary Celebration; Sister Judith Ann Karam, CSA, Congregational Leader and Honorary Chair of 150th Anniversary Celebration.
Throughout the ceremony there will be roaming entertainment and performances by:
• Cleveland Municipal School District’s All-City Choir
• Fuller Sounds Handbell Ensemble of Rocky River Methodist Church
• Singing Angels Performing Chorus
• Saint Ignatius High School Circus Company
• Saint Ignatius Drum Line
• Mrs. Claus and Mr. Mint Stilt Walkers
• Saint Paschal Baylon Rascals
Free parking is available in the lot directly across from St. Vincent Charity, located at 2322 East 22nd Street.
Special events for the community are planned throughout the anniversary year. Complete information can be found at stv150.org.