Rep. Gainey’s community Christmas Party attracts hundreds

NOTHING LIKE A CHRISTMAS PARTY—State Rep. Ed Gainey understands the meaning to the question, “What’s Christmas without a party?” Last month, Gainey held his annual colossal neighborhood Christmas celebration for citizens living in his district, Homewood and the surrounding East End area, at the Greater Pittsburgh Coliseum. His goal, which was to say “thanks to the community for their support as well as inspire neighborhood pride,” was achieved with catered soul food, music provided by DJ Louie Bates and many giveaways. There were raffles, toys and gift certificates that were all donated by local businesses, corporations, and churches, and added to the success of the event. (Photos /copy by Jackie McDonald)
NOTHING LIKE A CHRISTMAS PARTY—(Photos /copy by Jackie McDonald)

State Rep. Ed Gainey understands the meaning to the question, “What’s Christmas without a party?”
Last month, Gainey held his annual colossal neighborhood Christmas celebration for citizens living in his district, Homewood and the surrounding East End area, at the Greater Pittsburgh Coliseum.
His goal, which was to say “thanks to the community for their support as well as inspire neighborhood pride,” was achieved with catered soul food, music provided by DJ Louie Bates and many giveaways.
There were raffles, toys and gift certificates that were all donated by local businesses, corporations, and churches, and added to the success of the event.
 
WAITING FOR THE GIFTS—Excited kids guarding the gifts.
WAITING FOR THE GIFTS—Excited kids guarding the gifts.

 
REP. ED GAINEY addressing the crowd.
REP. ED GAINEY addressing the crowd.

 
KAREN PAYNE, former Wilkinsburg School director, showing her support.
KAREN PAYNE, former Wilkinsburg School director, showing her support.

 
HAZEL LOWRY attending with several family generations.
HAZEL LOWRY attending with several family generations.

 
ENJOYING THE EVENING—Rep. Ed Gainey with Mary Hill (in the red) and friends.
ENJOYING THE EVENING—Rep. Ed Gainey with Mary Hill (in the red) and friends.

 
DJ LOUIE BATES—Providing the Christmas musical beat.
DJ LOUIE BATES—Providing the Christmas musical beat.

 
COMMUNITY LEADERS—Ed Gainey striking a holiday pose with community leaders and business owners.
COMMUNITY LEADERS—Ed Gainey striking a holiday pose with community leaders and business owners.

 
 
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