Join us for The 59th Lighting of the Great Tree at Macy's Lenox Square Nov. 23rd

Posted Wednesday, November 22, 2006

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SET YOUR SIGHTS ON A STAR-FILLED THANKSGIVING

Mark Your Calendar for the 59th Lighting of the Great Tree at Macy’s

 

There will be stars in the sky, stars on the Great Tree and an all-star lineup this Thanksgiving at the 59th Lighting of the Great Tree at Macy’s at Lenox Square Thanksgiving Night, Thursday November 23, 2006. Star-gazers will see LeAnn Rimes, Third Day, George Huff, a special performance from Cirque du Soleil and much more. The stars will shine on the Air Tran Airways Stage and the all-new Star Stage! The staging has been re-vamped, enlarged and brought out into the parking lot allowing everyone there better views of the action. The jumbo-tron screens on each side of the stage will give even those in the back rows a front-row view.

There’s something for everyone this year, this year’s talent line up includes:

LeAnn Rimes - LeAnn Rimes has made the rare transition from child prodigy to seasoned artist, establishing herself as a household name all by the young age of 23!

Third Day - Through a ten-plus year career, continues to offer up their unique blend of gutsy, yet sensitive music tailor-made for the season and the Lighting of the Great Tree at Macy’s.

 

George Huff - Fans of the hit television show American Idol’s third season watched George Huff survive two almost eliminations securing a spot in the Top 5 contestants.

Aslyn- Atlanta's own singer/songwriter.

 

A Special Performance from Cirque Du Soleil - Cirque’s appearance at this year’s tree lighting is from their newest touring show Corteo. The featured performer is Jonas Woolverton, one of four artists who perform solos and group figures on Cyr wheels.

 

Macy’s All-Star Holiday Choir - Making their debut at last year’s event, the 50-member Macy’s All-Star Holiday Choir returns combining talent from all over the state.

 

 

Star Light, Star Bright, Macy’s Lights up Atlanta’s Sky Every Night!

But the biggest star of the night is the Great Tree itself! According to tradition, the best great trees are solitary white pines - an independent white pine grows straighter and fuller than ones surrounded by other vegetation. This year’s towering beauty has a décor package consisting of 125 Red Macy's Stars and 125 Snowflakes complemented with the traditional metallic balls and illuminated spheres.

The Lighting of the Great Tree, an Atlanta tradition since 1948, began as a holiday gift from Rich's to the people of Atlanta. Since that time, this event continues to be a Thanksgiving Day tradition for thousands of Georgia's families.Over the years this holiday event has captured the cover of Time magazine, has been included in national television specials like HGTV’s Christmas Across America, and has received international exposure on CNN. Millions of viewers across the United States have enjoyed this Atlanta holiday tradition as a result of its national syndication.

Before, After and During

We’re kicking things off with a pre-show from 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. hosted by Star 94's Tom Sullivan. Catch interviews and performances by the evening’s entertainers. The evening will be capped off with a spectacular Fireworks Finale sponsored by FedEx, a dazzling display set to holiday music.

But the evening's excitement isn't just limited to the stage and sky, the parking lot will highlight our sponsor’s holiday presence under the Great Tree.

 

Some of the event's attractions include:

• Fed Ex’s NASCAR #11 Chevrolet from the Nextel Cup Series, driven by rookie sensation Denny Hamlin will be on display. Pick up a Denny Hamlin souvenir and inspect the car with a representative from Joe Gibb’s Racing team. Bring Toys for Tots! The FedEx special delivery truck will collect toys for The Marine’s Toys for Tots foundation, and say thanks with a special commemorative gift from FedEx and Macy’s!

• The Starbucks Cheer Patrol will be on hand to warm up your evening with a sample of their famous holiday beverages -- The Gingerbread Latte, Eggnog Latte and Peppermint Mocha.
• The 2006 talking Aflac Holiday Ducks are back and boy do they have something to quack about this year! Check out their festive Santa attire and the new Macy’s/AFLAC electronic gifts card. All of the proceeds from the sale of the ducks and a portion of the proceeds from each electronic gift card will be donated to the Aflac Cancer Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and other pediatric cancer centers. They are also available at macys.com or 1-800-macys4U.

• Pick up a Great Tree Balloon! These festive helium filled balloons have become part of the Great Tree tradition and are provided by our stage sponsor AirTran Airways.
• Georgia Natural Gas – Gas Guy won’t leave you out in the cold: Stop by the Georgia Natural Gas booth and receive a holiday treat courtesy of Gas Guy.

 

More than 100,000 people are expected to attend this year’s Lighting of the GreatTree at Macy’s, and more than 500,000 will watch the live broadcast on WSB-TV, which will be hosted by news anchor Monica Pearson. Parking will be limited so using MARTA is encouraged.

 

This Thanksgiving, everyone has a gift to give. Macy’s officially rings in the holiday season as Lenox Square presents the 59th Lighting of the Great Tree at Macy’s.

 

For more information about the 59th Lighting of the Great Tree at Macy’s, call the Macy’s Special Events Hotline: 770-913-5639

Media Contacts: Ellen Fruchtman, 770-913-4439 & Marla Shavin 770-913-5258

Source Atlantadaybook.com

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