Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is being held in Liverpool, outside the Sherman Hines Museum of Photography (219 Main Street) on Friday, December 1, 2006. 

The ceremony begins at 6:00 pm, with the choir singing, hot chocolate, and the official lighting ceremony followed by the arrival of Santa Claus on a Fire Truck.  Children may visit the Santa afterwards in the Astor Theatre.  

Nova Scotia Power will also be in attenance from 5:30 pm onwards (outside Pay a Dollar Store) to exchange old incandescent lights for LED lights-  bring any two sets of old style lights and exchange them for one set of LED lights FREE OF CHARGE.

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Visiting Queens County is a must this winter...

Enjoy seasonal shopping in unique outlets to find that extra special gift.  Take the stress away - escape the crowds and parking worries.  Participate in the many seasonal events to get into the holiday mood.

Nature lovers can see birds who over-winter in our sheltered bays.  Unwind and relax by strolling on a deserted  white sand beach or along a forest hiking trail.  Visit the Hank Snow Country Music Centre or Queens County Museum in Liverpool.  Enjoy the finest culinary experiences and stay in top quality accommodation.

Queens County "The South Shore's Great Experience" is located just 90 minutes from Halifax or Yarmouth along Hwy 103 (Exits 17 - 21) or Annapolis Valley via Route 8 Kejimkujik Scenic Drive.

Queens County offers something unique for everyone!  Plenty of free parking, friendly service, no traffic hassles, fine dining and a cozy hometown atmosphere!

Come and experience theatre, museums, art or country music, to explore 80 thousand acres of protected places including national, provincial and municipal parks, to walk along miles of sandy beaches, to visit our many lighthouses and to savour 18th and early 19th century architecture, come and share our community of Queens.

Come and explore Queens as a destination for your vacation!