Hundreds thrilled at Courts Christmas tree light-up

Hundreds of children and adults flocked Main Street, Georgetown, on Friday evening as furniture giant Courts Guyana Inc hosted its annual Christmas tree light-up. The streets were packed beyond capacity with people watching the much anticipated light-up.
Meanwhile, managing director of Courts, Clyde De Hass, underscored the importance of giving back to its customers: “We would like to welcome you to our road show which is our way of giving back to you our customers.”

First Lady Sandra Granger, who addressed the gathering, reminisced on the biblical story of Christmas.
“Can you imagine the joy and excitement of the three wise men when they followed that star to Bethlehem? Can you imagine the feeling of Joseph and Mary at the birth of Jesus Christ? Can you imagine how frightened the shepherds who were tending their sheep? The Christian calendar this season is known as the advent, it is the season where we celebrate the birth of Jesus and our Saviour”, the First Lady said. She further noted that children especially look forward to the grand celebration and expressed her elation to be a part of the festive celebration:
“So let’s turn on the lights and begin our celebration of this season of joy, peace and goodwill towards all! I am so happy to be among the first to wish you all a Merry Christmas.”
In addition, the First Lady thanked the Courts staff and added that Guyanese look forward to Courts Christmas tree light-up to begin their Christmas and hinted at the frenzy of cleaning that Guyanese undertake.
Courts Road Show Champion Melissa Vandeyar proved why she was a winner of the competition and had the children singing along.
Guyanese artiste, Eddie Niblett participated in the celebrations and had his fans on their feet to his famous tune of “Love N Unity”.
Upon arrival of Santa Claus and his helpers, the children were even more energetic and shouted as the team drove through the crowd sharing sweets.