Castro Village Lights its Christmas Tree

photo by Mike McGuire

This young lady from Castro Valley gives her family a huge smile while sitting on Santa's lap. The photo was taken during the annual Christmas Tree Lighting event at Castro Village. The wet weather this past Friday did not dampen the exciting entertainment scheduled that night, including an appearance by the Grinch. Thankfully, deputies with the Alameda County Sheriff's Office– on hand to receive unwrapped presents for needy families– were there with Santa to prevent the gifts from being taken. The tree will remain lit until the New Year.