2nd Annual Festival of Trees is Saturday, November 16

MONTGOMERY – Daviess Community Hospital announces its 2nd Annual Festival of Trees, a festive event benefitting the Daviess Community Hospital Mobile Integrated Health program and the Daviess Community Hospital Perinatal Pathways program.

  • Mobile Integrated Health Program: This program enhances community health by providing in-home care and health services, reducing hospital readmissions, and improving patient outcomes.
  • Perinatal Pathways Program: Dedicated to supporting mothers and babies, this program ensures comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care, promoting healthier pregnancies and healthier starts for newborns.

This year’s festival will be held on Saturday, November 16, at the Montgomery Ruritan Club, 6907 Park Road, Montgomery, IN.

“A Festival of Trees showcases Christmas trees, each beautifully and uniquely decorated by various individuals, organizations, businesses, etc., that are auctioned off during an exciting night of community and holiday spirit,” said Carrie Shaw, chair of the Daviess Community Hospital Festival of Trees committee.

The theme for the event is “Winter Wonderland.” If you want to decorate and donate the decorated tree to the event, applications are accepted until Monday, September 16. Due to limited space, applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Click here for more information about tree requirements, designs and themes, valuation, and more, or to access the Tree Decorator Application.

Tickets can be purchased by contacting Shaw at 812-254-2760, extension 1102, or clicking here.

Schedule

  • 3 – 5 p.m.: The event will be open to the public for viewing and voting on their favorite decorated Christmas tree. This free segment offers a beautiful opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the holiday spirit.
  • 5 – 6 p.m.: The venue will temporarily close as organizers set up for the evening’s activities and tally the People’s Choice Award winner.
  • 6 p.m.: The ticketed portion of the event will commence, featuring the announcement of the People’s Choice Award winner, a cash bar, and a silent auction. Guests can mingle, bid on fantastic items, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
  • 7 p.m.: A catered meal will offer a delightful dining experience.
  • 8 p.m.: The highlight of the evening, the auction of the beautifully decorated Christmas trees, will begin. Each tree is uniquely designed and promises to add a special touch to the highest bidder’s holiday decor. The winning bidders can take the trees home with them that evening, pick them up, or have them delivered (within 30 miles of Washington, IN) from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on November 17.
  • 9 – 11 p.m.: To conclude the evening, a live band will perform, providing entertainment and an opportunity to dance and celebrate.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We invite businesses and individuals to sponsor this magical event. Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels:

  • Title Sponsor – $2,000
    • Eight tickets to the Festival of Trees Gala
    • Recognition on the event website
    • Recognition of select marketing material
    • Recognition by event MC (2024 Festival of Trees presented by XYZ Company)
  • Platinum Sponsor – $1,000
    • Six tickets to the Festival of Trees Gala
    • Recognition of select marketing material
    • Recognition by event MC
  • Gold Sponsor – $500
    • Four tickets to the Festival of Trees Gala
    • Recognition of select marketing material
  • Silver Sponsor – $300
    • Two tickets to the Festival of Trees Gala
    • Recognition of select marketing material

Sponsorship commitments are due by October 15. For more information or to become a sponsor, please get in touch with Shaw at 812-254-2760, extension 1102, or click here.