KELSEYVILLE, Calif. – The fourth annual Tree Festival, benefiting Lake County Hospice Services, will be held on Saturday, December 3.
The event returns to a magical location at Sophie’s Day Spa, 3855 Main St.
The Tree Festival Spectacular Party and Live Auction features 25 exquisite Christmas trees designed and donated by members of the community.
Proceeds from the live and silent auctions will support the Wings of Hope bereavement counseling program for children and families and special needs hospice patients throughout the Lake County community.
The public is invited to preview the decorated trees for free on Friday, December 2 from 4-8:30 p.m., before and after the Kelseyville Christmas in the Country and Parade of Lights.
Tickets for Saturday’s Tree Festival are available and can be purchased at www.lakecountyhospice.org or by calling 707-263-6222.
The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with savory and sweet dishes on small plates prepared by a variety of local chefs, bakers and restaurants. A hostless bar offering local wines and beer will be available throughout the evening.
Lake County Sheriff Brian Martin will delight the audience with his skills as an auctioneer and Jennifer Strong of Strong Financial Services, a strong supporter of hospice care services, will serve as master of ceremonies.
Funky Dozen manager Larry Thompson will line up some upbeat dance music immediately after the auction.
“We are thrilled to kick off the holiday season with the spectacular festive atmosphere of the 2022 Festival of Trees,” said Hope Moroni, Acting Executive Director of Palliative Care Services. “This event facilitates the coming together of individuals during a traditionally bountiful time of year to support the very valuable services that palliative care services provide in our community.”
The success of the Festival of Trees is made possible in large part by several community sponsors, including platinum sponsors Lake County Tribal Health Consortium, Michaels Insurance Services, Calpine Corp., Savings Bank of Mendocino, Roto-Rooter of Lake County, California Exterminators, Adventist Health Clearlake and Kelly Butcher.
Other sponsors include UPS Store, Twin Pine Casino and Hotel, Lake Pharmacy, Tomkins Tax Associates, Cats Paw Vineyards, High County Security, Roland and Nell Shaul, Jonas Energy Solutions, Chapel of the Lakes and Sutter Lakeside Hospital.
Hospice Services of Lake County has been providing compassionate comfort care to residents of Lake County for over 44 years, supporting quality of life when families need it most.
The Wings of Hope program offers bereavement counseling to children who have experienced the death of a loved one.
Community members are encouraged to learn how our compassionate team can help you and your loved ones. Call 707-263-6222 or visit Hospice Services of Lake County, 1862 Parallel Drive, Lakeport.
Additional information is also available on the Hospice Services of Lake County website.
Janine Smith-Citron is Director of Development for Hospice Services of Lake County.