Kick Off The Holiday Season with The Foundation for Senior Wellbeing's 2016 Festival of Trees

The Foundation for Senior Wellbeing's signature fundraising event, The Annual Festival of Trees, is back for its 6th year. End Quote

San Diego, CA (1888PressRelease) October 18, 2016 - Sponsored by businesses, schools, and community organizations, The Festival of Trees is a public display of creatively designed and decorated holiday trees and other holiday gift items that are sold to raise funds to benefit the Foundation's Information Resource Center (IRC). This annual event is an important fundraiser for The Foundation for Senior Wellbeing. The IRC provides comprehensive resources for North County seniors, their caregivers and families, and is dedicated to improving senior wellbeing.

The 6th Annual Festival of Trees is being held at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, CA. "For the last 2 years, this venue has been a wonderful location for our tree designers to showcase their creative talent," said Barbara Fischer, the Foundation's Treasurer. "Our signature event provides a beautiful atmosphere for families to celebrate the holiday season, and to learn more about what the Foundation for Senior Wellbeing does every day to support seniors and families in their community."

This year's event kicks off with the VIP Party on Friday, November 25th, from 6:00 - 10:00PM, featuring dinner, live entertainment, and more. Attendees will weave their way through the display of holiday trees and decorations during this exclusive event. The festivities continue on Saturday, November 26th, with the Holiday Brunch from 10:00AM - 1:00PM. Tickets cost $75/person or $500 for a table of 8 for the VIP Party, and $15/person for the Holiday Brunch. As with previous years, this event is certain to sell out. Attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets early. Tickets available at http://artcenter.org/event/festival-trees-2/2016-11-25/.

The public is invited to attend this 3-day event that culminates with the Family Day on Sunday, November 27th, from 10AM - 4PM. Family Day fun activities also include Santa Claus, photos, and entertainment. Admission to Family Day is free to the public, but you're encouraged to bring your wallets and be ready to shop for holiday trees, decorations, and boutique items. "There is no better way to kick off the holiday season than with the Festival of Trees. This is a fantastic family event that all ages can enjoy," said Kathleen Kildoo, Vice President, Foundation for Senior Wellbeing.

The Foundation for Senior Wellbeing would like to thank the 2016 sponsors for their support in making this event possible. A big thank-you to Diamond sponsor, David T. & Dorris E. Staples Foundation, and event sponsors Irving Z. and Anne D. Sigele Foundation, Tri-City Healthcare District, Current Wisdom, Bell Rock Growers, Peter (L.W.) & Wilma Hall Foundation, Councilwoman Sharon & Dan Jenkins, and Vice Mayor Rebecca & Paul Jones. Sponsorship and vendor booths are still available. Contact The Foundation for Senior Wellbeing for more information.

About The Foundation for Senior Wellbeing's Information Resource Center
The Foundation for Senior Wellbeing is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Foundation's Information Resource Center is a comprehensive resource for North County seniors, their caregivers and families, dedicated to improving senior wellbeing. The Center provides information about available resources in the areas of: housing, home repair, transportation, food insecurity, emergency assistance, medical and mental health issues, legal issues, and more.

In order to serve those who do not use computers or social media, this information is also available by phone or in person and provided by staff or volunteers trained to communicate with seniors using patience and listening skills to research and recommend suitable resources. Center volunteers follow up by phone on every inquiry to confirm results. For more information, contact the Information Resource Center at 844-654-INFO (4636) or IRC ( @ ) thefoundationforseniorwellbeing dot org.

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