As winter approaches, the glittering lights of Christmas decorations and trees will soon appear on the streets of Taipei. For many young people, Christmas is a night for partying. While church choirs fill the holiday atmosphere with wonderful Christmas carols, Taipei City Government will be spreading warmth and love in the cold winter night. The “2006 Christmas in Taipei” sponsored by the city government, Nan Shan Life, and Bread of Life Christian Church will promote love, mercy, and peace to the people of the city. By celebrating the spirit of Christmas, it is the hope of the organizers that the residents will come together and share their compassion with each other. The “2006 Christmas in Taipei” will be two weeks long. Beginning with the Christmas tree lighting press conference on December 11, there will be events which demonstrate the holiday spirit. The “Lighting up Taipei: Christmas Tree Lighting Press Conference” will take place at the southeastern corner of City Hall. Mayor Ma and other dignitaries will switch on the lights that will illuminate the Xinyi Business District in bright colors. At the same time, there will be performances and decorations at the same location for residents to enjoy the holiday season with their family and friends. In addition, there will be heartwarming activities for hospital patients, senior citizens, and new immigrants. On the night of December 14, Taipei City Government representatives will visit the Renai Branch of Taipei City Hospital to spread holiday cheers with patients, their family, and staffs on duty. There will also be a music concert for senior citizens at Neihu’s Huguang Church. Besides paying respect to the elders and listening to classic music, there will be a prize drawing to excite them. For new immigrants, there will be a “New Immigrants Christmas Feast” at the music platform located at the Civic Plaza at noon on December 24. The city welcomes new immigrants to join in the singing of songs from various places, and to show support and encouragement to fellow immigrants. One of the main activities for the “2006 Christmas in Taipei” will be the Christmas Eve Party and Christmas Eve Caroling. Top pop artists and rock bands will appear at the party to perform both pop and Christmas songs. The audience can enjoy a completely different kind of exciting and avant-garde Christmas celebration through the various music styles. At the conclusion of the party, a Christmas caroling group comprised of Mayor Ma, representatives from private businesses, and church members throughout Taipei will sing Christmas songs. In addition, they will also give away small cards and candies around the streets of Xinyi District. By sharing their happiness and joy with fellow residents, this event will bring “2006 Christmas in Taipei” to a close.
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