The Festival of Trees

Now through Saturday is the annual Festival of Trees. Every penny raised goes to help children in need at Primary Children’s Medical Center.
Have fun and do good. Yes it is in Sandy, but don't forget the doing good part.
The information below is from their website


December 3-6, 2008 (Wednesday through Saturday) 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. each day

South Towne Exposition Center
9575 South State Street, Sandy, Utah 84070

TICKETS: At the door--$4.00 for adults, $3.00 for children ages 2-11 and seniors;
Discount tickets--$3.50 for adults; $2.50 for children (available at Zions Banks)
Attractions
TREES: More than 800 decorated Christmas trees of every size, shape, variety and theme.
AISLE OF WREATHS: Wreaths, door decorations, and outdoor display items
SWEET SHOPPE: Fudge, divinity, pecan rolls, popcorn balls, pretzels, suckers, penuche, caramels, dipped chocolates, caramel apples and all kinds of breads
SMALL FRY: Small items priced for a child's budget.
GINGERBREAD VILLAGE: Wonderful creations from cottages to castles!
CENTERPIECES AND COLLECTIBLES: Centerpieces, table and mantel decorations, and collectibles
FESTIVAL HOST/HOSTESS: Volunteers needed to host
TICKETS: Sell Festival tickets in your area - to businesses, families, and community groups. Discount price: Adults $3.50, Children $2.50
PLAYHOUSE PLAZA: Child-sized dream houses, gazebos, dollhouses, and children's furniture
HOT SCONES AND SWEET ROLLS: Piping hot scones and sweet rolls served fresh
SANTA LAND: Santa will be available to hear each child's wish list and pose for photos.
KIDS KORNER: Face painting, bubble machine, and other fun activities for children
ENTERTAINMENT: Singers, dancers, and instrumentalists entertain from 10:15 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. each day
FRIENDSHIP TREE: Purchase cards as a tribute for someone special.

HISTORY:
For 38 years, the Festival of Trees has been a “Gift of Love” from Utah to children. The Festival is organized by a volunteer board of 84 women who enlist time and talents from thousands of individuals, organizations, businesses, and families throughout Utah. Over $22 million has been raised for needy children at Primary Children’s Medical Center through the Festival since 1971, with $1,604,021.64 raised last year.