A new tradition was started in 2003 with a community gathering in the village with food provided by local businesses, caroling, and lighting the lights of the village. The Grand Lopezian of the year is also honored. It's a delightful warm and friendly evening, regardless of the weather. The water tower is the "tree". The event is held on the Friday following Thanksgiving.

In November 2007, we had a great turnout - there were refreshments, caroling, fires to warm us up, a (new) torchlight parade, a  drawing for a chance to win a fantastic gift basket filled with Lopez products, and finally watching our Village come to life with holiday lights.