Tuesday, January 21, 2025
It is described as the preparation for the main event, the tree lighting that occurs on Dec. 7. Each day is more than just a lighting or a decorating ceremony. They both are jam-packed events that start in the morning and end at night.
Some of the notable occurrences include the sharing of refreshments, music parties, scout appearances and the famous PBA barbecue. PBA stands for police benevolent association.
Apparently, they barbecue for the village of Malverne annually in honor of the initial holiday decorating ceremony.
Hundreds of people come out to the initial event, while thousands make their way to the follow-up event.
The holiday decorating covers all of downtown Malverne. This includes businesses, parks, the train station, village owned buildings, village hall, the police station, and the library.
It’s an event that precedes the reign of Mayor Sullivan, but he is very knowledgeable about it.
“It’s a good opportunity for people to get involved and feel like they have open interests that they’re apart of a bigger part of the community and what we celebrate,” he said.
