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Seaport tree lighting — The Seaport is home to one of Boston’s largest trees. Hundreds gathered to watch the lighting last week. The evening included a special appearance from Betty the Yeti and The Gracenotes, a featured headlining band at Grace by Nia. PHOTO: ROBIN WINCHELL

Seaport tree lighting — Holiday spirit abounds at the Seaport tree lighting. PHOTO: ROBIN WINCHELL

Winter in Nubianland — Face painting at A Winter NubianLand hosted by the Roxbury Cultural District on Sunday, Dec. 8 at Hibernian Hall. PHOTO: VYNE BERNIER, BE YOU PHOTOS

Winter in Nubianland — Radiant Jasmin, multimedia artist, shares her fine jewelry with a guest. PHOTOS: VYNE BERNIER, BE YOU PHOTOS

The New England Black Tie Winter Gala — The New England Black Tie Winter Gala was a night dedicated to celebrating elegance, community and the power of connection. The Gala was held at Royale (formerly The Roxy), inside The Marriott Courtyard. PHOTO: DARYL BRADLEY

The New England Black Tie Winter Gala — The New England Black Tie Winter Gala was a night dedicated to celebrating elegance, community and the power of connection. The Gala was held at Royale (formerly The Roxy), inside The Marriott Courtyard. PHOTO: DARYL BRADLEY

AI Athletics Day — New England Patriots players join children from The Dorchester Boys & Girls Club at the inaugural NWN Carousel and Intel AI Athletics Day sponsored by the Patriots Foundation. PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS FOUNDATION