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Festival of Trees

Tree Decorating Guidelines

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The decoration of your tree is completely up to you, subject to these guidelines. ​​​​​

We encourage you to choose a decoration theme that relates to your business or organization, or to use decorations that are artistically coordinated. ​​​​​

Christmas Tree Ornament

General Information

  • Use Designated Decorating Time Frames:

    • Thursday, December 3, 2026 11 AM - 1 PM, and 4 - 7 PM.  

  • All trees must be artificial and prelit

  • Tree height maximum is 7.5 feet, unless special arrangements are made.

  • Space is limited to about 4 feet by 4 feet for per tree, plus additional space as needed for the display of festival gifts

  • The Community Center will supply electricity to your tree

  • The Community Center will monitor the display to ensure the safety and security of trees and gift displays

  • Always remember, The Festival of Trees is an inclusive celebration for all!

 

If you have questions please contact Shelli Harvey, Events Coordinator, at govhuntcc@gmail.com.

Please Observe These Guidelines

Include

  • Securely attached decorations  to your tree (for safety reasons) 

  • LED lights only, that are UL approved and installed in accordance with package safety instructions

  • Decorations in a way that facilitates deconstruction and removal by the person who wins it in the raffle​

Avoid

  • ​Loose sand, glitter, tinsel, confetti or other materials that can be tracked through our building.

  • Sound accompaniments of any kind

  • Battery-operated displays, as they will not be maintained by the GHH

The Festival the Trees Committee reserves the right to remove any decorations that are deemed offensive.

Decorating Ideas

Pretty much anything goes for decorations and gifts. 

Previous Tree Examples:

  • NECCA: Colorful Scarves

  • Brattleboro Ski Hill: Fabric snowballs and snowflakes on

  • Retirement Roost Rescue: Chicken decorations

  • ByWay Books: Tree made out of books, games and more

 

Previous Gift Examples:

  • Gift Cards

  • Farmhouse themed house decor

  • Hand painted and crafted items

  • Free services/classes/tickets

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The possibilities are endless!  

These trees are more than fun, they capture the attention of the public who see your name and notice your commitment to the community. 

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The Governor Hunt House Community Center is supported by The Friends of Vernon Center.

@2024 Friends of Vernon Center, Inc.

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