Christmas Balloon Glow set for tonight

MIDDLE TOWN — After twice being postponed due to inclement weather, the Christmas Balloon Glow is set to take flight from 7 to 8:15 p.m. today, Dec. 16, at Smith Park.

Weather permitting, several balloonists will inflate their tethered balloons around the park as part of Light Up Middletown, a holiday drive-through lights display.

Light Up Middletown displays are ongoing every night from 6 to 10 p.m. through New Years Eve. Admission by donation.

Dr. Mark Frazer, a Middletown physician and balloonist, said tonight’s weather appears idea for a balloon glow.