2017 Candlelight House Tour


Long Beach Island Landmarks Association Announces:

2017 Candlelight House Tour


SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16TH, 2017
The Trolley leaves Kennedy Plaza at 2 PM and will ride through the Red Brick Street District on our way to visit beautifully decorated homes.
There will be entertainment and refreshments at a historical home.
$35 Checks payable to LBILA
P.O. Box 1148, Long Beach, NY 11561. Deadline for payment 12/1/17

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