Portneuf Medical Center's Festival of Trees

The Christmas season is fast approaching and it is time to get ready for the holidays. What better way to spend some time than by visiting the Portneuf Medical Center's Festival of Trees? The Festival of Trees is a bunch of trees beautifully decorated and put out for display for the general public's enjoyment.

The Festival of Trees is going to be held at the Stephens Performing Arts Center on the Idaho State University Campus. It is a beautiful event held in one of Idaho's most beautiful buildings. They have over 15 individual events ranging from a Princess Tea Party for the little girls to the Opening Gala for the grownups.

Festival Hours:
Wednesday, November 28, 2007 Noon-9:00 pm
Thursday, November 29, 2007 Noon-9:00 pm
Friday, November 30, 2007 Noon-9:00 pm
Saturday, December 1, 2007 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Sunday, December 2, 2007 Noon-5:00 pm

Admission Prices:
Adults $5.00
Senior Citizens $3.00
Youth 5-17 years $3.00
Children 0-4 years Free
Family Pass (Immediate Family Members) $15.00

If you are worried about having something for the little ones, you need not fret. There is a Scavenger Hunt, Kids Craft Corner, Talking Tree, and a Model Train Display. They will definitely have enough things to do to keep them busy for a while. For a small fee, the young ones can even have their picture taken with Santa. The photographer will try his/her best to bring out the best in your young ones so do not worry about bad pictures.

There are going to be both large and small trees on display. Local businesses and groups are sponsoring the trees, so there will definitely be enough variety to be found. You might even pick up some tips for your own tree if you are so inclined. There will also be a gift shop for people to browse and buy gifts for their loved ones.

In addition to the wonderful events, a raffle is going to be held. The prize is an amazing Pirates of the Caribbean tree, DVD player, and movies. Cost is $5.00 per ticket and it supports a great cause.

This is a wonderful event and it raises money for medical care for local kids. Last year they raised $110,000 for kids. Entertainment will be provided by different musical groups ranging from the ISU choirs to local high school choirs. The event is going to be blast with music, fun, and laughter.

So come look at the trees and bring the whole family. It will be a time filled with wonder and awe and maybe even a visit from Santa and his reindeer.