Melha Shriners to Host Fifth Annual Fez’tival of Trees

SPRINGFIELD — The Melha Shriners will host its fifth annual “Fez’tival of Trees” from Friday, Nov. 27 to Sunday, Dec. 6 at the Melha Shrine Center on Longhill Street in Springfield. The event, created by Shriner Bill Faust and his wife, Debbie, is an opportunity for individuals and organizations to display colorful decorations for the holiday season and Christmas in particular.

“Every year is bigger and better, and this year is no exception,” said Bill Faust. “You will be beyond impressed by what you will see, and you will definitely leave with the spirit of all holidays within you.”

The Fez’tival of Trees will be held weekdays, 4 to 8 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Santa Claus will be available for photos Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Around Town Singers will perform a special holiday concert on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. In addition to the theme-decorated trees, which will be raffled off on the festival’s final day, there will be entertainment, refreshments, and a bake sale.

“This holiday season, come to the Melha Shrine Center … and you will feel as though you have truly stepped into a wonderland,” said Debbie Faust.

The cost of admission is $2 for adults; children under age 12 will be admitted free. Ample free parking is available. For more information, visit melhashriners.com.