![MARLIN LEVISON * mlevison@startribune.com Assign. #20010480A- November 28, 2009] GENERAL INFORMATION: The start of the Christmas Holiday season was officially noted Saturday night in Rice Park in downtown St. Paul with the opening of the skate rink the lighting of the trees accompanied by fireworks. IN THIS PHOTO: A view from dad's shoulders got one of the best views of the fireworks display.](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/TOKSLYPEPTWLIDT4GA5MR6N5SU.jpg?&w=1080)
Night lights
After being dormant for some time for renovations, Rice Park will come to life again with a tree lighting. The Teddy Bear Band will play family-friendly tunes before the opening ceremony with Mayor Melvin Carter and the Winter Royal Family. A fitting magical and spectacular ending with the tree lighting and a fireworks show. (4-7 p.m. Sat. 109 W. 4th St., St. Paul. visitsaintpaul.com.)
MELISSA WALKER
