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Museum’s Festival of Trees Continues Through Saturday

“Let’s Trim the Tree” is the theme for the annual Festival of Trees at Paulding County History Museum in Paulding. The festival opened Nov. 8 and continues through Saturday, Nov. 16. It’s not too late to enjoy the meals and local live entertainment on the schedule. Admission and parking are free. Donations are greatly appreciated.…

Museum to host Festival of Trees tea 

Paulding County History Museum will host a Christmas Tea and Preview night on Thursday, November 7, to open the museum’s annual Festival of Trees. The menu for the tea, which will begin at 6:30 p.m., includes orange scones with clotted cream and Christmas jam, dainty sandwiches, desserts and hot tea. Before and after the tea,…

Museum announces Festival of Trees winners

The John Paulding Historical Society has named the winners of its recent Festival of Trees and the dates and theme for next year’s event. The annual Festival of Trees ran Nov. 3-11 with more than 1,500 people attending. The Paulding County Carnegie Library won the prize for the tree most closely following the theme, “A…

Kiwanis Club of Paulding Hosts Guests

The Kiwanis Club of Paulding County was privileged to have Melinda Krick (President of the John Paulding Historical Society) as the guest speaker at the November 9, 2023, club meeting. Melinda came at the invitation of Dave Burtch. Melinda spoke to the Kiwanians about the Festival of Trees and all the programs associated with the…

Annual JPHS ‘Festival of Trees’: ‘A Storybook Christmas’ opens Nov. 3

“A Story Book Christmas” is the theme for this year’s Festival of Trees at John Paulding Historical Society in Paulding. Books, Christmas tales, beloved characters and picture-perfect holidays have inspired decorators throughout the museum buildings. The dates will be Friday, November 3 through Saturday, November 11. Admission and parking are free. Donations are greatly appreciated.…

Museum Announces Festival of Trees Winners

The John Paulding Historical Society has named the winners of its recent Festival of Trees and the dates and theme for next year’s event. The 27th Festival of Trees ran Nov. 4-12 with more than 1,200 people attending. The Smith Family from Antwerp won the prize for the tree most closely following the theme, “Let…

John Paulding Historical Society Essay Contest Winners

John Paulding Historical Society in Paulding held its first student essay contest in conjunction with its recent Festival of Trees. More than 50 entries were submitted by county sixth-graders on “What Christmas Means to Me.” Luke Stoller from Divine Mercy School placed first. Tying for second place were Jeriyah Orona from Grover Hill Elementary, Makenna…

JPHS Festival of Trees Concluded Saturday

The annual Festival of Trees at John Paulding Historical Society had a successful run with hundreds of visitors enjoying holiday decorations, live entertainment, meals and activities.  There were more than 70 decorated trees, nativity scenes and an incredible array of holiday decorations old and new in three buildings. Four large model train layouts in Barn…

JPHS Annual ‘Festival of Trees’ opens Nov. 4

“Let Heaven & Nature Sing” is the theme for this year’s Festival of Trees at John Paulding Historical Society in Paulding. The line from the beloved Christmas song “Joy to the World” evokes angels, starry heavens, woodlands, mountains, wildlife, the beauty of nature, music, choirs and much more throughout the museum buildings. The dates will…

Museum Names Festival of Trees Winners

The John Paulding Historical Society has announced winners of its recent Festival of Trees and the dates and theme for next year’s event. The 26th Festival of Trees ran Nov. 5-13 with about 1,000 people attending. Kathy Sanderson and Martha Baughman’s tree won the prize for most closely following the theme, “All Aboard the JPH…

It’s a Gingerbread House Christmas!

This year’s annual Festival of Trees at the John Paulding Historical Society museum promises to be a real crowd pleaser! The museum is located across the street from the Fairgrounds in Paulding. Dates are November 9, 10 & 11 and November 16 & 17.  “This is our largest fundraiser of the year.” Kim Sutton, JPHS…

Paulding Elementary 21st Century visits JPHS

Paulding Elementary’s 21st Century after school program recently visited the John Paulding Historical Society’s annual “Festival of Trees”. While on their field trip they toured the beautiful trees, watched an airplane program, and talked to the talking Christmas tree. They also ate Christmas cookies and sang Christmas carols. This 21st Century program is in its…

ALS School Board Honors 2017 Cross Country Team

Dr. Marty Miller started the night meeting of November 16 by honoring the Cross Country team including: Joel Steiner, Brandon Laney, Josh Timbrook, Drake Gerken, Jason Geyer, Brian Geyer, Garrett Laney, and Jake Ryan. Bob Herber mentioned the liaison report for the state. There was a lawsuit that he mentioned that could become a concern…