Annual Festival of Trees to raise money for local charity

The Saratoga/Platte Valley Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) will host the Festival of Trees Gala and Auction on Dec. 4 at the Platte Valley Community Center (PVCC) for its 13th year. Individuals, organizations and businesses donate decorated trees and wreaths, gift baskets, centerpieces, holiday décor and gifts for auction.

"It started with trees but now we get a little mix of everything," said Stacy Crimmins, chief executive officer of the Chamber. The Festival of Trees started at the Saratoga Resort and Spa, but has since moved to the PVCC. "The Gala is a really fun night because Teense Willfor...