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31st annual Holiday Tree Festival enjoys a record-breaking year

2012 Holiday Tree Festival donation

The 2012 Holiday Tree Festival, which was presented by the volunteers of Akron Children’s Hospital in November, raised $250,000 for the hospital’s patient care, education and research programs. Mary Leuca, chair of the 2012 festival, presented John Zoilo, executive director of the Akron Children’s Hospital Foundation, with a check during the annual thank you luncheon. [...]

6 most engaging fundraising stories of 2012

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Whether it’s the Akron and Mahoning Valley radiothons or cyclists riding across the country to raise money and awareness for the hospital, we’re always proud to share the good work that’s being done on behalf of the hospital. Take a look back at 6 of the most popular fundraising stories for 2012.

A new family tradition for the Pollocks – the Holiday Tree Festival

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We were blessed to have been able participate in Akron Children’s Holiday Tree Festival preview party on Nov. 16. In fact, we were so excited that we didn’t think to get a little boy sitter for the evening. Fortunately the event was so intriguing to our little mister that it wasn’t a problem for his entertainment.

Holiday Tree Festival Spotlight: Gateway to Christmas

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For many, Christmas cannot come too soon. It creeps its way into the fall, and many welcome it with open arms. “Gateway to Christmas” ushers in the winter months, while still acknowledging the fall season.

Bring the beauty of the Holiday Tree Festival to your home Decorate your Christmas tree using these simple design tips from the festival’s decorators

A Partidge in a Bear Tree, donated by Akron Children's Hospital Foundation & Cheryl Hrovatic

After hours of pacing through the lot in the cold snow, you’ve found it – the perfect Christmas tree. Once you’ve brought it home, the question is, how should you decorate it? Don’t worry. The experienced decorators at Akron Children’s Holiday Tree Festival are here to help. Lori Reilly, a professional florist and a decorator [...]

Holiday Tree Festival Spotlight: The Joy of Christmas

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Donated by Stan’s Towing, “The Joy of Christmas” lights up the room. Decorator Jill Pangas, her sister, Renee Campbell, and her mother, Fay Perry, used a classic red and green color scheme with yellow and blue ornaments to make this tree shine.