Can you imagine Christmas in the Rockies? How beautiful it must be. The John Paulding Historical Society Festival of Trees committee has chosen this as the theme for our upcoming extravaganza at the museum. The museum is located across the street from the Fairgrounds in Paulding. Dates are November 15-23. Check out the John Paulding Historical Society’s Facebook page to keep up on all of the events throughout the two weeks. Here are some highlights of what to expect.
Our silent auction is a long time favorite with many wonderful items that have been donated by businesses, organizations and individuals who support our museum. Start your Christmas shopping early! The fantastic Borkosky/Weidenhamer family OSU raffle is back again for all you buckeye fans!
Friday, November 15th: doors open at 4:00 p.m. A chili supper will be hosted by Jean Schooley and the JPHS volunteers starting at 5:00 p.m. and then the Oakwood Community Band will perform at 6:30 p.m. Doors close at 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 16th: doors open at 10:00 a.m. A soup and sandwich lunch will be hosted by St. Paul Lutheran Women starting at 11:00 a.m. Supper will be a baked potato bar put on by the Bargain Bin volunteers starting at 5:00 p.m. We will close at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 17th: hours are 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A brunch will be hosted by Linda Troyer & JPHS volunteers starting at 11 am. Monday, Nov. 18, hours are 5 pm to 8 pm.
Tuesday, November 19th: hours are 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a lunch at 11:00 a.m. by Joyce Nichols and JPHS volunteers. From 1:00-4:00 p.m. there will be a woodworking display featuring the area’s talented woodworkers, John McGrath, Dennis Jackson and W. David Brown. Great idea for Christmas gift giving! You won’t want to miss this!
Wednesday, November 20th: hours are 5:00-8:00 p.m. with a Christmas craft workshop by Lori Sponseller starting at 5:00 p.m. Sign up to join us as Lori Sponseller demonstrates how to make a beautiful craft for your tree. This requires a reservation. Make your reservation by calling the museum on Tuesdays between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. or email jphs45879@yahoo.com. Fun for adults and children!
Thursday, November 21: hours are 5:00-8:00 p.m. Meet the Paulding County authors starting at 5:00 p.m. Local authors will be available to present their books and sign copies. Do some early Christmas shopping!
Friday, November 22nd will be a very special showing of the trees. Hours are 5:00-8:00 p.m. and will be a candlelight stroll through the wonderland of festive trees. A dessert bar will be available for your enjoyment.
Saving the best for last, Saturday, November 23rd, is Kid’s Day!! Doors open at 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Santa Clause will be there from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Lots of kids activities including the ever popular Mouse Hunt. The Jr. Historians will be hosting a bake sale and Kid’s Crafts from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be a Petting Zoo, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with Tony Miller, Angie & Scott Lamb. Woody the Talking Tree, and surprises! Mark your calendar’s now!
The Festival of Trees is JPHS’s largest fundraising event. Admission is free but we depend on your donations! All food and meals are by freewill donation. Hope to see you there!
