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Conan Chee, third-generation owner of McTavish Market, said the display, which features lights and a moving train set this year, is a hit with the community.

Chee has not always been a Christmas fan, but he had an unexplained change of heart five years ago.

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He acquired the bulk of the setup five years ago and had been re-arranging it each year in his own living room, but he brought it to the store last year. He was unsure if he would set it up again, but when a resident of Dean Park dropped off a starter train set when Chee was away from the store, that sealed the deal.

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She then revealed herself to be the donor. Chee thanked the woman, and after 36 hours of set up, the expanded display is up and running. If eagle-eyed patrons spot a small Santa holding a gift, they are encouraged to enter into a draw for toys and prizes, all to thank the community for supporting the business, which the Chee family have operated for 40 years.

reporter@peninsulanewsreview.com
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