Letters

To the members of our community near and far: We would like to thank everyone who came out to enjoy the Parade of Lights and tree lighting in Agawam Park this past Saturday evening. It was another fantastic experience for Southampton.

We are grateful to our fire and EMS departments that participated in the parade, decorating their trucks and vehicles and bringing so much joy and happiness to all those who lined the streets.

Thank you to the Voices of Southampton, under the direction of James Tartaglia, for their beautiful singing, and special thanks to the Southampton Fire Department chiefs for lighting this year’s tree: Polis Walker, Rick Fowler and Ken Lockard.

The committee and I are also thankful to Mayor Bill Manger and the Village Board of Trustees, and especially the Department of Public Works employees who help to make the village shine so beautifully at this time of year.

I am happy to serve as chair of the Christmas Decorations Committee and would like to personally thank my fellow committee members Julie Fitzgerald and Mark Parash for their hard work and dedication.

As we watched the sky light up with the spectacular fireworks set to holiday music and looked out at the crowd of children and adults, all equally captivated, we were reminded of the spirit and community that is Southampton.

Thanks to our generous friends and neighbors who continue to support us so that we can offer this wonderful event that has truly become a night to remember and a great kickoff to the holiday season.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and happy holidays.

Andrew C. Pilaro

President

Christmas Decorations Committee

Southampton Village