The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department celebrated the 17th annual lighting of the park’s signature trellis on Monday night.
(L-R) FOCCP President Joanne Hayes-Rines, Councilor Lydia Edwards, Councilor Annissa Essaibi George, Parks Commissioner Ryan Woods and Rep. Aaron Michlewitz 
Acting Postmaster of Boston, Leroy Middleton, Jr., unveil the new US Postal Service holiday stamp with FOCCP President Joanne Hayes Rines
The annual kick-off to the holiday season brought entertainment by the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC), singer Sharon Zeffiro, singer-songwriter A. P. Black, crooner Gian Faraone, and special guests Santa Claus, Rudolph, and Frosty. In addition, the Acting Postmaster of Boston, Leroy Middleton, Jr., unveiled the new US Postal Service holiday stamp.
Flipping the switch for the trellis lighting at Columbus Park 
Under the blue lights of the Columbus Park trellis 
Singer Sharon Zeffiro performs holiday classics 
Jamaica Plain singer-songwriter A. P. Black
Joining in the celebration were FOCCP President Joanne Hayes-Rines, State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, District 1 City Councilor Lydia Edwards and City Councilor at Large Annissa Essabi George. Refreshments, holiday treats, and giveaways were be provided by the Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, Joe’s American Bar & Grill Waterfront, HP Hood LLC, Verizon Fios and Magic 106.7.
“The crooner of Venezuela” Gian Faraone 
The Long Wharf Marriott serves hot chocolate 
NEMPAC children’s chorus sings carols 
Family fun at the Trellis Lighting
Located at 110 Atlantic Avenue on Boston’s historic waterfront, Christopher Columbus Park gets transformed every year into a beautiful holiday display when the park’s 260 feet of the trellis are illuminated with 50,000 blue lights along with 14 decorated trees near Tia’s, the Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, and throughout the park. Enjoy the display throughout the winter season until Patriot’s Day in April 2020.
Singer Sharon Zeffiro performs holiday classics 
“The crooner of Venezuela” Gian Faraone 
2019 Columbus Park Trellis Lighting
