The Ocean City Home Bank Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, featuring an appearance by Santa Claus, takes place Monday. It begins at 6:30 p.m. on 10th Street and Asbury Avenue. Mayor Jay Gillian will light the tree.Attendees will have the opportunity to win a gift certificate to shop at a downtown Asbury Avenue shop.The Dance Place dancers and carolers will also perform.The attached image was provided by Ocean City officials

The Ocean City Home Bank Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, featuring an appearance by Santa Claus, takes place Monday.

It begins at 6:30 p.m. on 10th Street and Asbury Avenue. Mayor Jay Gillian will light the tree.Attendees will have the opportunity to win a gift certificate to shop at a downtown Asbury Avenue shop.

The Dance Place dancers and carolers will also perform.The attached image was provided by Ocean City officials

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