GRAFTON - Cindy Lou Who’s question, “Where are you, Christmas?” was answered with enthusiasm by Grafton on Friday evening, Nov. 29, 2024, at its annual tree lighting in The Grove Memorial Park. The spirit of Christmas is alive and well in this small river town with its decorated and lighted park, hometown friendliness and the brightly lit tree that now sparkles for travelers along its river and highway. Led by Santa and Mrs. Claus, visitors enjoyed hot chocolate and s’mores provided by Mary Jo and Justin Cote’s team from the Grafton Pub. Fire pits toasted marshmallows and warmed fingers and toes, adding to the jolly camaraderie of families, friends and neighbors as Christmas songs and carols by Nicki Brooks filled the air. Candy canes, Santa hats, sleigh bell necklaces and a photo opp with Santa and Mrs. Claus created first Christmas 2024 memories for smallest to tallest. New to the event this year, four Wal Mart gift cards were given away—an early
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