Context:

JM: “So every year in Whittier, the city gathers by Rick’s and they light up the huge Christmas tree for the holidays. It lasts until January.”

Q: Do you always attend the tree lighting?

JM: “Not me personally but my dad is super into the culture of Whittier and always takes us to go see the tree lighting. I don’t mind though since we get Rick’s right afterwards.”

Q: Do you know why was the tradition started?

JM: “Oh I don’t actually know about that…My dad thinks that since Whittier is a smaller city, they do these kind of traditions in order to uphold a like tight-knit community. I guess I’m glad the city also gets involved it’s kind of sweet.”

Analysis:

The Whittier Christmas Tree Lighting is an annual tradition in the city of Whittier, CA where a tree lighting is held at the family-owned Rick’s Dinner.