Nutcracker highlights Batson tree lighting

The Batson Light-A-Light for Children was held December 4, at the Batson Children's Hospital.


Throwing the candy cane switch to light up the 2012 “Light a Light for Children” Christmas tree Dec. 4 are, from left, Dr. Blair E. Batson, professor emeritus of pediatrics, Bryan Jones, senior executive vice president, Bank Plus, and Christopher Pená, CMN 2012 Mississippi Champion.


Anna Clair Chastain of the Mississippi Ballet performs an Arabian-style dance from the Nutcracker.


The 23rd annual “Light-a-Light for Children” Christmas tree shines outside the Batson Children’s Hospital.