HOPE LIGHTS ETERNAL

Fireworks erupt as the City Government of Valenzuela lights up anew the Tree of Hope infront of the city hall.

TREES of HOPE

The Trees of Hope as seen from the other side of Mac Arthur Highway.

GIFT-GIVING

OSYs receive gifts from Mayor WIN.

BRIGHT EYES

Bright lights of the city's Tree of Hope captivate this father and son.

BRIGHT PROSPECTS

Valenzuelanos gather around the lit up Tree of Hope.

IT'S SANTA!

Cong. Rex Gatchalian and other local officials pose with Santa Claus.

CROWD DRAWER

People started to gather around the Tree of Hope after it was lit up at a simple ceremony.

CHRISTMAS GLOW

City officials, Binibining Valenzuela 2011 winners and OSY representatives onstage after the lighting ceremonies of the Tree of Hope.

LIGHT STREAKS

Fireworks lit up the sky as the Tree of Hope shines anew this Christmas time.

TREE of HOPE

The Tree of Hope shines brightly in the midst of colorful fireworks.

V IS FOR VICTORY

Fireworks forms a V-shape streak, mirroring Valenzuela City's string of achievements in governance and public service.

HOPE LIGHTS ETERNAL

Fireworks erupt as the City Government of Valenzuela lights up anew the Tree of Hope infront of the city hall.

3... 2... 1...

City officials led by Mayor WIN and guests join hands in lighting up again the traditional Tree of Hope for this Christmas time.

ADORABLE SINGING KIDS

The Fatima Children's Choir on center stage.

ON EDUCATION

City Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian addresses an audience of mostly out-of-school youths and former OSYs, highlighting the importance of education in uplifting one's self out of poverty.

CONG REX

First District Rep. Rex Gatchalian acknowledges the importance of the youth in nation building and encouraged them to hold on to their dreams by finishing their studies.

FACE OF DETERMINATION

A former out-of-school youth shares his experiences, determination and courage that get him back to the nurturing environment of a school.

SOURCE OF INSPIRATION

The traditional Tree of Hope is dedicated to the out-of-school youth and former OSYs sectors.

THE SINGING PUBLIC SERVANTS

The Valenzuela City Chorale serenades the crowd.

OLFU WARMS UP THE CROWD

The Our Lady of Fatima University Chorale renders some classic Christmas songs before the lighting ceremony.

WIND ENSEMBLE

Regina Sancti Rosarii Ensemble performs Christmas carols using wind instruments.