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Residents gathered and sang Christmas carols, enjoyed snacks, children danced, sang, played games, and capped the evening with a visit from Santa himself, who led the crowd in a version of "We Wish You A Merry Christmas," before the community tree was lit.
"I hope everybody remembers - especially this time of year - to be nice to your neighbors, think about your friends, and try to be just a little bit nicer... and see how much better life can be," was Santa's parting advice to the crowd.
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