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one dollar each . The trees are created by local businesses and individuals with values up to $ 4999 , and can include fishing trips , skiing packages , hotel stays , gift cards to various local restaurants , home decor , cash , and tickets to concerts and other events , to name of few . If you win , of course you also win the tree with all its decorations , and they can be stunningly beautiful . It ’ s a win-win situation ! You help support the arts and you have a fabulous time enjoying time spent with family and friends , and maybe , just maybe , you ’ ll be lucky enough to win a beautiful tree and all the bounty that goes along with it .
Christmas Tree Elegance
Holiday traditions can be the glue that binds us together during the holidays , and they can be something you look forward to all year long . Enjoy them and treasure those precious moments spent with family and friends , but don ’ t discount a new experience that may end up being a favorite tradition you want to share with those you love . You might learn something new , or you might experience a single breath-taking moment , all because you opened your heart and tried something a little out of the ordinary .
Whatever you do , we wish you all the happiest and healthiest of holidays .

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