The centerpiece of McMinnville’s Christmas celebration will soon make its way onto Court Square, but a lighting ceremony won’t be held until Tuesday, Dec. 5.Found was a large, 31-foot spruce. A crew must undertake the tedious task of cutting it, hoisting it onto the bed of a truck, transporting it to The Lot, and hoisting it into place.Public Works assistant director Brad Hennessee presented the information to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. The city’s Christmas parade is scheduled for Dec. 2 and begins at 2:30 p.m., while Christmas in the Park is offered by Junior Auxiliary and is held Dec. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. Traditionally, the mayor and parade grand marshal make their way from the parade procession and flip the switch to light the tree.