Well, as official as something like this can be.
This evening, First Selectman Jim Marpe lit the Christmas tree at Town Hall. Then hundreds of Westporters trooped around the corner to Christ & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church.
There — in one of Westport’s newest traditions — the Orphenians sang. A band played. Soup, chili, pizza and wine were served. Nearly 2 dozen non-profits handed out flyers and candy.
And, of course, Santa Claus came to town.
A small portion of the large crowd in Branson Hall.
The 1st Night folks had a cake.
State Senator Toni Boucher and Oscar’s owner Lee Papageorge enjoyed the evening.