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TWO BIG WEEKENDS

FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY

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November 14-16 & 21-23
24700 Avenue Rockefeller, Valencia

(in the Valencia Industrial Center)

This year’s Festival of Trees will take place over two long weekends so that all members of the community will have a chance to enjoy it. The festival will open at Noon on Friday, Nov. 14, with varying times throughout the days.

At the Festival, you’ll find elaborately decorated trees, festive tabletop trees, wreaths and crafty gingerbread houses, all available for purchase. The Kids’ Corner (open on Saturdays and Sundays) will have a variety of crafts and activities to delight the youngsters. The holiday boutique sponsored by Cottage Lane Festivals will feature a variety vendors. Local musicians and dancers will be featured on the Festival stage at various times throughout event.

Festival General Admission:
$6 – Age 15 and Older

$3 – Age 4 to 14

$4 – Age 65+

FREE – Age 3 and under

Several special evening events are highlighted below.

 

Visit our website for more information and special admission discount coupon.   

To make a donation, click here to send an email inquiry, or call (661) 254-3063.

To sign up to volunteer, click here for more information.  

CLICK HERE for information about purchasing trees and other items for sale at the Festival  

Special Event – Jingle Jam Swing Dancing – TONIGHT
Jingle Jam

OPENING NIGHT – Friday, Nov. 14 from 7:00 to 10 p.m.   

Do you love music from the Big Band era? Are you looking for an excuse to dust off that zoot suit or flapper-style dress? Are you fascinated by Lindy Hop dancers? the COC Studio Jazz Ensemble will be playing live music at this year’s Jingle Jam. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy the energetic music, dance amongst the beautifully decorated trees, and preview the entire Festival of Trees.Free 30-minute swing dance lesson starts at 7:15 p.m.. 

Festival general admission rates apply.

Special Event – Holiday Hocus Pocus – TWO SHOWS 
Magic

Saturday, Nov. 15 and Friday, Nov. 21, starting at 6 p.m.

For the fourth year, magic returns to the Festival of Trees with TWO DIFFERENT SHOWS. Children, as well as adults, will enjoy the magic and illusions in the beautiful Festival of Trees setting. Doors open at 6 p.m. for an hour of close-up magic acts, followed by a family-friendly, professional-quality stage show featuring members of the International Brotherhood of Magicians and the world famous Magic Castle at 7 p.m.

$10 per person – Free for age two and under
Tickets available online, in advance at the Festival, at the Club and at the door.

ONE DAY ONLY – SANTA VISITS THE FESTIVAL  

Sunday, Nov. 16 from Noon to 6 p.m.

Jolly ol’ St. Nick will be at the Festival all day. Professional photos with Santa are $5.00 (with paid general admission).

Or you may shoot your own photo with your camera for a suggested donation of $3.00.

Don’t miss this magical opportunity!

Special Event – Magic of the Lights Gala
Gala

Saturday, Nov. 22 from 6:30 to 11 p.m.
The annual Magic of the Lights Gala features the live auction of the trees, entertainment, gourmet food by Wolf Creek Restaurant & Brewing Co., a no-host bar, and a special performance by To The Pointe Dance & Pilates Center.

$75 per person or Premier Table for Eight $1,000
Festive attire

Advance reservations required. Call (661) 254-3063 or purchase tickets online.

Photos from the 2012 Festival of Trees featuring large trees, tabletop trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses.
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HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE at The Festival of Trees 

Presented by Cottage Lane Festivals  

OPEN ON SATURDAY & SUNDAY

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It Just Takes One to Make a Difference
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Boys & Girls Clubs are committed to helping kids:
* stay in school
* be good citizens
* live healthy lifestyles.It just takes ONE person to put a child on the path to a great future. Join us by supporting the 2014 It Just Takes One campaign for the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley. You can make a brighter tomorrow for our young people and our community.

 Click here to learn more and make your donation online or call 661-254-CLUB
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Dear friends,

We’ve been busier than Santa’s elves getting ready for our 12th Annual Festival of Trees and we’ve got over 60 spectacular trees you won’t want to miss seeing.
There is a lot going on at the Festival over two 3-day weekends starting today! Proceeds go to support the important programs and services offered at the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley, so come enjoy the Festival and help out a great cause.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Remember, Great Futures Start Here.

 

Sincerely,

Ronda Chobanian

Development Director
Boys & Girls Club of SCV Foundation
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