Nutley 2023 Holiday Events: Tree Lighting, Letters To Santa

NUTLEY, NJ — Need to get into the Christmas spirit in Nutley? The town is bringing back its annual tree lighting event, as well as its “Santa's Express Mailbox” for local children.

The tree lighting is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 3 at the Nutley Park Oval. Activities and holiday music will take place beginning at 4:30 p.m. along Franklin Avenue in front of John H. Walker Middle School. For more information, contact 973-284-4984.

Meanwhile, the town is also bringing back its “Santa's Express Mailbox” for 2023. The town will be collecting letters to Santa Claus from local children starting on Friday, Nov. 24. The last day of collection will be Sunday, Dec. 17.

Here’s what to know, according to a township advisory:

“Parents are asked to please remember to have children include their ages and return address, or an email address, if you prefer to receive an ‘e-letter’ from Santa this year. Yes, even Santa is going digital! Keep in mind that mail service may be delayed during the holiday season. If you choose to receive a mailed letter, including your street address is very important since Santa doesn’t always have the luxury of time to look up addresses during the busy holiday season.”

For more information, contact the Department of Public Affairs at 973-284-4976.

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