Popular consensus agreed there was nothing ugly about these costumes at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the Anza Community Hall Saturday, Dec. 2. Anza Valley Outlook/Diane Sieker photo
A cheerful Yuletide ambience descended on Anza as a cherished holiday celebration took place at the Anza Community Hall Saturday, Dec. 2. The culmination of the hard work and fine-tuned organizational talents of many non-profit charitable organizations, the annual Anza Christmas Tree Lighting attracted hundreds of residents.Vendors offered holiday-themed wares and a wide variety of food, free snacks were served, arts and crafts were created and Christmas decor twinkled inside the Hall.Santa, Mrs. Claus and a very active battalion of elves made important appearances to gather intel on good little boys and girls.An “Ugliest Christmas Sweater Contest” was held, with winners in two categories. For the 18 and older division Daryl Williams took first place, Eric Gregorie second a
