Festival Lights at Herkimer Mini Park

The annual “Festival of Lights” has been rescheduled for Monday, December 15 at the Tony Baggetta Mini Park, located on the corner of West Smith and William Streets. The festival will begin at 7 p.m. followed by a reception at the Herkimer Area Resource Center Valley Commons, located at 344 South Main Street.

A presentation of colors by the VFW will be followed by a welcome by Herkimer College Dean of Students, Dr. Matthew Hawes and the official lighting of the park by Katherine Nichols. The highlight of the evening will be Santa’s arrival by fire truck. Entertainment will be provided by the Herkimer High School band and chorus.

Herkimer College students participate in activities throughout the year to support the park including fundraisers and a park clean-up day.