A housing estate in Finglas, Dublin is getting into the Christmas spirit by hanging out thousands of festive lights - and raising money for charity at the same time.Today, he estimates there are around 20,000 lights twinkling brightly outside eight homes at Cappagh Green."There are thousands of metres of lights to untangle but I don't mind. I want everyone to have a merry Christmas," said Mr Walsh.
As a result, there are more lights than ever this year as people "need their spirits lifted" due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Passers-by are invited to show their appreciation for the dazzling display by donating to a cancer charity. The now nightly countdown to switch on the lights has given the Finglas community a lift. Locals said it was a huge hit with children in particular.2020 has been a dark year for many of us - but in this corner of north Dublin at least, there is enough light to brighten up everyone's Christmas.
TeresaMannion That's the spirit
We can't thank Dylan and all the people of Finglas enough for organising their Christmas lights in aid of ARC! A great idea and the bit of festive cheer we all need 🎄☃️
Well done!
Well done - great community spirit
Well done to Dylan and his neighbours, good news story for Finglas. Best of luck with the fundraising.
Is this why Ireland cant reach its CO2 emission targets?
Thank god I don't live beside them.
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