The Winslow Festival of Trees is just days away, and while it will echo the Christmas parade’s Sights and Sounds of Christmas theme, the event will also prep the city for next summer’s Fourth of July fun.
The city invites businesses, organizations, churches and individuals throughout the community to sponsor the festival by donating Christmas-themed items to be auctioned. Winslow Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Bob Hall says the creative possibilities are endless.
“It can be a tree fully decorated, a wreath or even yard décor. Every year, there is a group of ladies who donate a full Christmas table setting, all the plates and bowls and centerpieces, each time with a different theme,” he noted.
This year’s auction proceeds will benefit the Winslow Fireworks Fund.
Hall describes the local “Christmas Wonderland” as a draw for young and old alike.
“We have schools who bring kids to the festival on field trips during the day. A lot of people use the opportunity to come over and take family photos for their Christmas cards,” said Hall.
Set-up day for the Festival of Trees is Monday, Nov. 30. The event is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 30 through Dec. 6 at the Winslow Visitor Center, 523 W. Second St., and free for visitors and participants. Call (928) 289-2434 for more information.
