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County
Executive Marc Molinaro announced Dutchess County Parks will host ‘Go Light
Your World’ a holiday illumination weekend December 5th and 6th
from 6-9 p.m. at Wilcox Memorial Park, located off Route 199 in
Stanford. Holiday light displays will be showcased throughout the park for
attendees to drive through. There is no charge for the event.
Displays
will be created by Dutchess County Parks, local municipalities, nonprofits,
businesses, fire departments, clubs and schools. Applications are
currently being accepted from interested organizations.
County Executive Molinaro said,
“As COVID-19 continues to impact our area, Dutchess County Parks continues to
find new and creative ways to safely collaborate and highlight our beautiful
parks. We are grateful to the many local organizations and municipal partners
who have joined this effort to decorate Wilcox for the holidays and bring some much-needed
cheer to Dutchess County residents of all ages.”Dutchess County Parks Director Sandy Washburn said, “This
season, many parades have been canceled due to the pandemic, so we are excited
to offer this unique opportunity to come together safely and celebrate the
season with this drive through light display. We look forward to viewing the
creative displays from participating organizations, and showcasing our
community’s resiliency, spirit and light during these unprecedented times.”
Organizations interested in
participating can get more information about display guidelines and register at
dutchessny.gov/parks.
Registration is open now through November 30th.
If severe weather is forecast, the event will be canceled.
For more information, contact Dutchess County
Parks at 845-298-4600 or email soneil@dutchessny.gov.