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ATLANTA (CBS ATLANTA) -

Gov. Nathan Deal and first lady Sandra Deal hosted their annual tree lighting ceremony at the Governor's Mansion Sunday.

The event kicks off the Governor's Mansion Christmas tours. The home is also a collection site for Toys for Tots and the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign.

The tree lighting ceremony started at 6:30 p.m. Dozens gathered outside the mansion to enjoy the festivities and the lighting of the tree. 

Christmas tours will begin Monday and run through Dec. 18.

The Governor's Mansion is located at 391 W. Paces Ferry Rd. in northwest Atlanta.

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