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| Tree Number | Tree Name | Tree Designers | |
| MOST ELEGANT/TRADITIONAL TREE | |||
| 1st | 8 | Marshmallow World | Salynn Simon, Mackenzie Torquato, Events with a Kick |
| 2nd | 16 | Noel a Paris | Cathy Armitage, Rachel Bem, Patty Parry |
| 3rd | 34 | Let There be Peace on Earth! | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Riverside Stake |
| MOST CREATIVE | |||
| 1st | 12 | Sweet Christmas Fantasy | Jan Bledsoe, Kathy Kellner, Lynnette Bailey & Balloon Team |
| 2nd | 10 | A Raincross Holiday | Andrea Nuttall |
| 3rd | 13 | Black & White & Red All Over | Linda Baker |
| BEST CHILDREN'S THEME | |||
| 1st | 7 | Baby It's Cold Outside | Gina Weeks, Brandon Sumrall, Amy Cowart, RCC School of Nursing |
| 2nd | 31 | Christmas in Agrabah | Aleca Clark, Dave Clark, Marybeth Maury-Holmes |
| 3rd | 9 | You've Got A Friend in Me | RUHS Human Resources |
| Committee Awards | |||
| BEST EMBODIMENT OF THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT | |||
| 20 | A Classic Christmas | Lorraine Clemmons | |
| BEST TREE TOPPER | |||
| 39 | Christmas Spirit is not Extinct | Amy Rahn, Brenda & Danny De La Pena, Jennifer, Amy E. | |
| BEST USE OF THEME | |||
| 19 | Leave a Little Sparkle Wherever You Go! | Pat Scott, Sarah Lemus, Patti Burdeaux | |
| ROOKIE AWARD | |||
| 26 | Storefront Christmas | Yvonne Martinez | |
| VETERAN AWARD | |||
| 28 | Light in the Darkness | Sandy Ramirez | |
| BEST VIGNETTE | |||
| 11 | The Addams Family Christmas | Sydney Ward, Isabella Sloan, Diane Sloan | |
| OVERALL FAVORITE TREE (PEOPLE'S CHOICE) | |||
| 7 | Baby It's Cold Outside | Gina Weeks, Brandon Sumrall, Amy Cowart, RCC School of Nursing | |
MISTLETOE MAGIC GALA
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2019 RESERVATION REQUIRED
VISIT BIDPAL.NET/RUHSFESTIVAL30
RUHS Foundation is celebrating 30 years of the Festival of Trees! Each year community leaders gather among the beautiful holiday trees, sparkling lights, and the good company of friends to support our littlest patients and celebrate their resiliency!
Black-tie optional
STORYTIME & CRAFT WITH SANTA
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Enjoy as Santa reads the holiday classics! Kids will hear their favorite stories, craft a holiday item, and sing carols during this morning activity.
No reservation required
JINGLE BELL JAM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
See local performers showcase their talents on center stage. Dancing, singing, and more bring out the spirit of the holidays at this family-friendly event.
No reservation required
FULL WEEK SCHEDULE
TREE EXTRAVAGANZA & HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE
NOVEMBER 29 - DECEMBER 1, 2019
Throughout the week the Festival of Trees — for the love of a child! is free and open to the public. Each day guests can view 50 beautifully decorated trees that adorn the halls and visit 100+ vendors bringing holiday and everyday goods for guests to purchase.
Last, but not least, Santa Clause will be in Santa’s Workshop with his elves for photo opportunities and a visit with the children!
No reservation required
STROLL THROUGH THE TREES
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2019
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Adults and seniors are invited to take a hosted tour through the trees, learn about the inspiration behind the designs and enjoy the coffee, tea and hot cocoa bar.
No reservation required; however, for groups of 10 or more, please make reservations with Margo Chabot at .
Gala Committee
Judy Carpenter Janet Cuff
Mary Ashley
Donna Knox
Wendee Backstrom
Margo Chabot
Kathleen Hartman
Marissa Peterson
Ronica Mickelson
Cristina O’Connell
Tiffany Bailey
Bailey Darkens
Dawn VanWagenen
Nicole Orr
Greg Sloan
Tree Designer Committee
Carolyn Harrington – Chair
Wendee Backstrom
Margo Chabot
Brightie Dunn
Renee Laning
Christy Nicks
Nicole Orr
Sandy Ramirez
Frances Rojas
Greg Sloan
Miles Turner
Holiday Boutique Committee
Tammi Meeks – Chair
Volunteer Committee
Margo Chabot Diane Sloan
Tree Delivery Committee
Jesse Chabot – Chair
Noni Tate
Nicole Searcy
Jeannie Coston-Avila
Danny Flores
Rich Henson
Christopher Ross
Greg Sloan
Santa Land Committee
Dave Curran – Co-Chair
Karilyn Curran – Co-Chair
Diane Sloan
Entertainment
Diane Sloan – Chair
Anna Hightower
A Healthier Riverside County: Bringing Level I Trauma Care and World-Renowned Research to our Region
Supervisor Chuck Washington and his wife Kathy, along with an amazing host committee, put on this first time event to shine a light on trauma and the work ahead for Riverside County. Dr. Raul Coimbra, RUHS’ Surgeon-in-Chief, presented to Murrieta and Temecula area leadership about RUHS’ efforts to become a Level I Trauma Center and the vision for a future Trauma Institute.
A special thanks goes to BJ and Wendy Fazeli, owners of Fazeli Cellars, for hosting at their beautiful winery.
If you are interested in learning more and supporting RUHS efforts to become a Level I Trauma Center, contact us!
