Friday December 5th, was the date for the Annual Bon Fire, now held in Lemon Grove for more than two decades. The event was initiated years ago by former Mayor Sessions, and today was celebrated by more than 5000 people coming to an evening of fun, music, visits with Santa at the Lee’s House, face painting for the kids, and people of all ages mingling both in the circle surrounding the bond fair. The crowds had assembled long before darkness fell and the fire was initiated, but the people, vendors, multiple tents and stands were already present with Christmas lighting and decorations throughout the park area in which the event was held.
Mayor Allison Snow greeted everyone and thanked the many volunteers whose work was clearly evidenced in the festive presentation of events and excitement. Parking was the only real problem, but no one seemed to mind the walk, which came with attending the event.
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