Festival of Trees: Giving, Games, and Good News

Send us Fan MailHoliday magic hits different when it’s local, generous, and a little bit competitive—in the best way. We open with two powerful good news stories: a first-generation college grad who celebrates by giving her mom the master bedroom after years of hardship, and a rescue dog named Rico who turns out to be a hero tracker, reuniting lost pets (and even a capybara) with their families. Those moments set the stage for something bigger we can all be part of together.We welcome Marsha Grombly from White Mountain Helping Hands to share everything you need to know about the Festival of Trees on November 22 at the Show Low Elks Lodge. Picture a room lined with fully decorated trees, each loaded with gifts donated by local businesses. Your $65 ticket gets you a catered dinner, festive drinks, live music, a dessert auction, a silent auction, and $20 in raffle tickets to drop into the buckets for the trees you want to win. If your ticket gets pulled, you take home the tree, the ornaments, and the gifts stacked beneath. It’s a community party that funds real impact—supporting first responders and programs like Shop with a Cop—while giving you a chance to light up your holiday season in one unforgettable night.We keep the fun rolling with a quick game of “Re-Gift It or Keep It” and a spirited round of holiday trivia with Paul from Beaumont. Along the way, we share why this event sells out fast, how businesses can turn it into a turnkey company party, and what it feels like to watch a roomful of neighbors cheer as winners roll out with a fully decked tree. If you’ve been craving the feeling of childhood Christmas—lights, mystery, laughter, the thrill of possibility—you’ll find it here.Tickets are limited and moving quickly. Grab your seats at wmh.org, bring your friends, and help us support our local heroes. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review to help more neighbors find the show.