Architecture. Guests also had an opportunity to purchase chances to win a “Winter Fun” package with more than $1,300 worth of gifts, services and fun family experiences to enjoy during the winter months. The community came to view the trees during Family Festival Days, sponsored by Skagit Bank and Life Care Center of Skagit Valley. With an opportunity to vote on their favorite tree, guests also enjoyed listening to live musical entertainment provided by local individual and group performers. The winning ticket of the Tree Raffle was drawn at the conclusion of the weekend events. Jackie Donovan of Burlington was the winner of “Mr. Snowman,” a delightfully decorated white, artificial tree was dressed in
Designer Sponsor’s Choice Award I’ll Be Home for Christmas
Our designers and their families spent a casual evening together among the trees at the annual Designer Appreciation Night on November 22. Sponsored by Peoples Bank, the evening celebration and recognition program included a champagne toast, dessert bar, photo booth by Strike a Pose Events.
colors of white, black and a touch of red. Tree raffle package included a Hewlett Packard Pro Tablet, TV with a collection of family movies and board games for the enjoyment of the entire family. The tree was designed by Brenda Litaker – lead designer, Sherrie Gugel, Shirley Spurrier, Sheree Hann, Nancy Angel and Brittany Crabb.
Most Original Award A Mad Hatter Christmas
Believe it or not, Festival planning begins every January. The Foundation board and staff are deeply appreciative of the hours and hours of creativity, organization and volunteer management provided by our Festival committee of more than 25 community leaders and volunteers. We give special thanks to Festival of Trees co-chairs Jill Pickering, Skagit Valley Hospital Foundation Trustee and Jamie Eslinger for their leadership and their committee to produce yet another spectacular and memorable Festival of Trees.
Foundation President’s Choice Award glassybaby…It’s Cold Outside
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