Beachmont Improvement Committee to Host Annual Tree Lighting and Clothing Drive on Sunday, Dec. 7th at 5 p.m.

The Beachmont Improvement Committee (BIC) will host its Annual Community Tree Lighting on Sunday, December 7 at 5 p.m. at the Beachmont Community Park at Douglas Cummings Square (in front of the Julia Ward Howe building on Crescent Avenue).

The night will feature a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus, hot chocolate, holiday treats and more.

In conjunction with the event, the BIC is also conducting its annual Clothing Drive to benefit the students at the Beachmont Elementary School. Between now and the event, BIC will be collecting new winter clothing items (coats, hats, gloves, socks, etc.), as well as new pajamas.

Those who cannot attend the event but would like to donate to the drive can message the group on Facebook, Instagram or email them at be***************************@***il.comthey will arrange drop off and pick up.