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Wellesley, Massachusetts Luminary Night | Photographs

A collection of images celebrating Luminary Night, a community fundraiser in Wellesley, Massachusetts, from photographer Steven Vote.

By Yankee Magazine|Oct 14 2010| Print icon

Paper lanterns line a brick walkway next to a small tree adorned with colorful string lights.

Luminaries cast a welcoming glow

Photo Credit: Steven Vote
Wellesley’s Luminary Night began in December 2007 as the brainchild of resident, Carrie McGraw. The popular community event has since become a major charitable fundraiser under the auspices of the Wellesley Hills Junior Woman’s Club. For details and photos, visit: whjwc.org.

Read the Story: Creating a Glow.

View more of photographer Steven Vote’s work at stevenvote.com.
Luminaries line the walkway
Luminaries line the walkway
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
Laurel Lyle (left) and Carrie McGraw (right) check assembled luminaries. Their 2008 effort raised almost $20,000 for the nonprofit Wellesley Friendly Aid Association from the sale of more than 1,000 kits.
Laurel Lyle (left) and Carrie McGraw (right) check assembled luminaries. Their 2008 effort raised almost $20,000 for the nonprofit Wellesley Friendly Aid Association from the sale of more than 1,000 kits.
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
The Luminaries are set up and lit
The Luminaries are set up and lit
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
Luminaries are assembled from supplies donated by the local Roche Bros. market, Green's Hardware, and White Mountain Creamery (the candle stands are water-filled plastic food containers)
Luminaries are assembled from supplies donated by the local Roche Bros. market, Green’s Hardware, and White Mountain Creamery (the candle stands are water-filled plastic food containers)
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
Luminaries cast a welcoming glow
Luminaries cast a welcoming glow
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
Luminaries complement white lights on trees
Luminaries complement white lights on trees
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
Refreshments are set up for guests
Refreshments are set up for guests
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
The fire is lit before the arrival of guests
The fire is lit before the arrival of guests
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
Kids gather around a warm fire as outdoor festivities take over the neighborhood
Kids gather around a warm fire as outdoor festivities take over the neighborhood
Photo Credit: Steven Vote
The festivities commence after the preparations have been completed.
The festivities commence after the preparations have been completed.
Photo Credit: Steven Vote

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