WASHINGTON — ‘Tis already the season, and to celebrate, the Town of Washington invites all to its annual Festival of Trees Saturday, Dec. 2, from 4 to 7 p.m.
The Recreation Department has set aside 10 trees, each 7’5” tall, to be bedecked by 10 local businesses in friendly competition.
The Festival will be held at the Town of Washington Park, 3744 Route 44 in Millbrook, and will include music, Crafts for Kids, and refreshments. The community will for the winning tree.
The festival will also include a collection for our troops: Items being collected include toiletries, snacks and sundries (single-serve, no aerosols or glass), underwear, batteries, playing cards, Band-Aids, and hair products including brushes and combs. For more information, or to reserve a tree, email Danielle Szalewicz at recdirector@washingtonny.org
Tiffany Lemelin, shelter manager, brushing Marsala upon arrival.Provided
Michael DeBarba, certified dog trainer working with Marsala.Jennifer Almquist
Marsala wins a heart.Jennifer Almquist
Sadie, center, a Carolina dog, plays with her friend Negra, a terrier mix. Bella Linda, the small poodle, has since been adopted.L. Tomaino
Wesley, a young, exuberant mix, is looking for an active home.L. Tomaino
Bonnie and Clyde, an affectionate terrier pair.L. Tomaino
