Festival of Trees

Event Information and Guidelines for Submission

1. What is the Festival of Trees? This year the Enfield Public Library will co-host a holiday gallery of trees (a.k.a. The Festival of Trees) at the library. The trees will be created by a variety of participants (see “Who” below) and will be on display at the Enfield Public Library from December 11 through December 26.

2. Who can participate in the Festival of Trees? Anyone (all ages) who lives, works or goes to school or to the library in Enfield is eligible to participate. All you have to do is come up with a good idea for an artistic tree, and we will put your creation on display. Feel free to work on your tree in teams. …have your office, class, group or family enter together.

3. Do I have to bring in a real tree? NO! In fact, we want you to make your tree from scratch. Think of any kind of interesting material you might have around that you can fashion into a tree of some sort. Maybe you can make a tree out of soda cans that you glue together? Maybe you can make your tree out of popcorn? Be creative and think of something that would not normally conjure up the idea of a tree.

4. Are there any size/design requirements? Your tree should be free standing and should be no larger than 2 feet wide by 2 feet long by 3 feet high. You can use any materials you like in creating your tree, but please note that we will not be able to guarantee that your tree will have access to an electrical outlet.

5. When should I submit my tree? All trees should be submitted to the library by December 9, 2008, and an entry form should be filled out. The opening night gallery will take place on December 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Enfield Public Library. We will have music, food and a festive environment for all to enjoy. All artists and onlookers are invited to attend the opening night gala.

Last Modified: 11/14/2008 3:12:18 PM