Winter Welcome on November 18 at the East 29th Ave. Town Center brought the coldest temperatures of the season to date—but that didn’t dampen the spirits of 3,000 people who came out to view the lighting of the tree and celebrate the holiday season. Thirty-six vendors offered information about community organizations and businesses, many offering free treats. The sidewalks were crowded as attendees moved among the different activities making s’mores, taking carriage rides, and viewing reindeer. More than $5,000 was raised at the event to be donated to Sand Creek Regional Greenway, Bluff Lake Nature Center, The Urban Farm and the Girl Scouts.