St. Mary School (SMS) participates in the 18th Biennial Tree Festival and shines a light on the Christmas season
St. Mary School (SMS) is proud to enter this year’s Tree Festival with their tree: “Believe in the Blessings of Christmas”.
St. Mary School (SMS) Principal, Anna O’Rourke says that the school’s tree reflects some of SMS values: believe, peace, love, and faith which are written on small ceramic penguins that adorn the tree. “Penguins are our mascot,” says O’Rourke.
The 18th Biennial Tree Festival opens at Lounsbury House is open to the public from Friday, November 16 through Sunday, November 19. Hundreds of community members are expected to descend upon the historic town landmark to marvel over hundreds of holiday trees garnished in the spirit of the season.
Trees entered into the Festival will be judged during the Champagne Preview Party which takes place at 7pm tomorrow, Thursday, November 15.
See (and purchase) the tree created by St. Mary School and many other festively fabulous trees at this year's Festival Proceeds of the Tree Festival support the preservation and operation of historic Lounsbury House.
Lounsbury House is located in the heart of downtown Ridgefield, at 316 Main Street.
Tree Festival and Holiday Boutique hours are Friday, 10am to 8pm; Saturday, 10am to 5pm; and Sunday 11am to 4pm. Tickets to the Festival are $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for seniors, and $3.00 for children.
All tickets may be purchased online at LounsburyHouse.org or by calling 203-438-6962.