EMBASSYFESTIVALOFTREES EMBASSY FESTIVAL OFTREES Beautifully decorated trees. The splendor of the Embassy Theatre.
Comfort and Joy
MADE POSSIBLE WITH SUPPORT FROM Fort Wayne Metals, Indiana Michigan Power Chuck & Lisa Surack and Sweetwater, SDI A GOODWILL COMMUNITY EVENT A fundraiser for the Embassy Theatre Foundation, Inc.
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Welcome to the 2020 Festival of Trees. Thank you for acknowledging and adhering to the following guidelines. They make it possible for us to bring you comfort and joy this holiday season! The festival has a limited capacity so that we are maintaining social distancing at all times. You have purchased a ticket with a timed entry (you can locate this note on your ticket). We appreciate you arriving at your designated time. In accordance with the statewide mask mandate, we REQUIRE patrons and guests to wear a mask, face covering, or face shield while they are inside the Embassy Theatre (covering mouth AND nose). Patrons are asked to assess their health before arriving and stay home if ill or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. Ask yourself: Do you have a new or persistent cough? Do you have shortness of breath? Do you have a fever of ≥ 100 degrees?
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We ask that you refrain from congregating in restrooms or any common areas. Please keep the line moving. There are designated locations for photo opportunities with your family. Please follow all one-way traffic patterns. We have gone paperless and touchless whenever possible. Our team will maintain a rigorous cleaning and sanitizing schedule. Individuals 65 years of age and older or those in high- risk categories are encouraged to not attend the festival. Any patrons who arrive at the Embassy ill or displaying symptoms of COVID-19 will be sent home. The Embassy has thorough protocols and staff training in place to reduce exposure to COVID-19. Please be kind to our team when they gently remind patrons of the guidelines we must follow. While the Embassy works hard to reduce exposure to COVID-19, the public is assuming the inherent risk of possible exposure.
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Leading our industry. Supporting our community. Since 1984, the Festival of Trees has been one of our most beloved community events. As a family-owned company for the last 50 years, Fort Wayne Metals is passionate about supporting worthy events, like the Festival of Trees, that make our region a great place to call home. Our employees also generously give their time and energy to causes and projects that make a difference. Whether it’s championing efforts that lift up our community or providing the world with precision wire used in medical devices, we’re all about making lives better.
Learn more about our mission: fwmetals.com
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DESIGNED BY Ron (Stan) Sheets
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT & CEO Kelly Updike This year marks the 36th year of the Festival of Trees. And, boy, what a year we have all had. Once the pandemic started impacting the Embassy’s ability to host events in our historically beautiful space, we started brainstorming how we COULD still bring the festival to our community, even if it looked different. Our team was determined. We wanted to offer some healing and tradition especially during a year when vacations were canceled and many family celebrations were interrupted, changed or postponed. People started asking us if we were going to cancel the festival for the first time in three and a half decades. Many assumed we would. However, the Embassy is about perseverance. We rolled up our sleeves and survived the wrecking ball back in the ‘70s because of the support of this community. People like you have kept us going strong for 92 years. We knew we needed to host the beloved festival as a way of saying thank you during a rough year.
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The impact of the pandemic has been severe. That is why the importance of fundraising is critical to the ongoing health of our organization. We launched the Raise the Curtain campaign in the spring. Our goal is to raise $2M to help us recover lost revenue from the COVID-19 pandemic. No gift is too small. We have many options for giving. Membership. A monthly giving option. Annual gifts. And, simply buying tickets to our events makes a big difference. Every $10 or $5 ticket to this festival is important.
Festival of Trees remains our biggest fundraiser. Thank you to the thousands of people in the community who make it possible including sponsors, donors, decorators, volunteers, staff and the board of directors. This event often represents the start of the holiday season. I hope that the Embassy can truly – as this year’s festival theme implies – bring you great comfort and joy. We look forward to seeing you in 2021. Be safe. Stay healthy.
PRESIDENT AND CEO
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This year we are rolling in the holiday spirit as we once again sponsor the Festival of Trees as part of our continued support of The Embassy Theatre. May the spirit of the season warm your heart and help keep you healthy and safe.
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JOIN THE EMBASSY FOR THESE SANTA EXPERIENCES Seating Very Limited
Breakfast with Santa November 27-29 (8-10:45 a.m.) Tickets $30 each Join Santa for breakfast at the Embassy during the Festival of Trees. This event includes a private tour of the Festival of Trees first and then Breakfast with Santa programming to begin around 9 a.m. Local food vendor featured as well as an engaging performance from the Fort Wayne Youtheatre called “Best of Youtheatre Christmases.” Patrons should enter through theater lobby. Masks are required (except when eating or drinking) and thorough COVID-19 protocols must be followed for admittance.
Call the STAR Bank Box Office to reserve your seats now: 260.424.5665.
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Winter Nights with Santa December 9, 16, 23 (6-8 p.m.) Tickets $30 each Join Santa for a splendid winter night at the glorious Embassy Theatre. This event includes two hours of Santa programming including story time. Local food vendor featured as well as an engaging performance from the Fort Wayne Youtheatre called “Best of Youtheatre Christmases.” Patrons should enter through the Indiana Hotel lobby, just west of the Box Office entrance. Masks are required (except when eating or drinking) and thorough COVID-19 protocols must be followed for admittance.
Call the STAR Bank Box Office to reserve your seats now: 260.424.5665.
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JOIN THE EMBASSY FOR THESE SANTA EXPERIENCES Seating Very Limited
Cookies & Cocoa with Santa December 5 (8:30 a.m.)* December 6 (8:30 a.m.,12:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.)* December 11 (5:30 p.m.) December 13 (10 a.m.) December 18 (5:30 p.m.) December 19-20 (3:30 p.m.) Tickets $20 each Join us at the Embassy Theatre for a quick - but fun - visit with Santa. Especially helpful for families who don’t have much time! In addition to cookies and cocoa, there will be story time and families will be able to take a socially distanced photo with Santa during this 60-minute holiday memory. Patrons should enter through the Indiana Hotel lobby, just west of the Box Office entrance. Masks are required (except when eating or drinking) and thorough COVID-19 protocols must be followed for admittance.
*Includes a tour of the trees when patrons arrive.
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Every family has a holiday story as unique as their Chistmas tree. Partners 1st invites you to be part of our story. This holiday season stop by one of our eight Fort Wayne locations, maybe donate a can of food for a local charity or just share a story or two. We would love the opportunity to spend some time getting to know you.
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Bright Star Donors Make the Embassy Shine
BRONZE STAR
Kevin & Louise Ambrose Ron Patton Linda Copenhaver Pamela L. Paxson Anonymous Randall & Elizabeth Phillips Lillian C. Embick Secret Santa Anonymous Linda Schenkel In Honor of Webster Daniels Phil & Karen Shank Dennis Kruse Becky Shovlin Richard Lutz Don & Linda Stebing Rachel McNett Diane Winkeljohn Louise Nahrwold Andy & Pat Wyss Theresa Patron
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Bright Star Donors Make the Embassy Shine
SILVER STAR
Gregory & Karen Baumert Fred & Mary Anna Feitler Debby & Rich Beckman Mike & Jean Findley Richard & Regina Bojrab Karlie Flanagan Tony & Claudia Burrus Timothy & Hollis Friedrich Kent & Heather Castleman Kitty Garner & Mark DelBello Chromasource, Inc. Jim & Carol Goeglein Susan F. Collins Rex & Cheryl Hazelet William & Nancy Critell Cindy Hensley Jane Porter Gresham & Bob & Karen Hoffman James Crouse Gordon Johnson Bill & Martha Derbyshire Mr. & Mrs. Addison Johnson Ellen Durnell Stephen & Joan Kegerreis Dean & Marvel Embrey Charles Keller
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Bright Star Donors Make the Embassy Shine
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Chuck & Patty Kohrman Lee & Marlene Purdy Ladowski Family John & Diana Reed Anthony Lardydell Jim & Rebecca Reeder Carl & Nancy Louraine Steven & Cheryl Rinehart Stephen & Lynne Lugo Matt & Megan Robin Michael & Diane Makarewich Judy Roy Pam Evans-Mitoraj James & Krista Ruckel Kerri Morningstar Dennis & Linda Schaefer Kevin & Sara Neher Josh & Jenny Scheumann Tom & Helen Nill Ashley Stoneburner & Ron & Nancy Orman Brian Bojrab James W. Palermo Nancy & Larry Stoner Susan Pape Joe & Cheryl Stromski & family
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Bright Star Donors Make the Embassy Shine
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Dennis & Joni Sutton Tamara Wheeler Anonymous Chuck & Irene Winkler Judy Wannemacher Dr. Ronald & Carole Zielinski
GOLD STAR
EPCO Products Inc. Leanne Mensing Larry & Martha Berndt Chazz & Jenny Shrader Betheney Lund & Keitha & Steve Wesner David Friedrich In Memory of Steve & Kevin Kamphues Marie Keller
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Bright Star Donors Make the Embassy Shine
DIAMOND STAR
Bob Buescher Homes Toby & Misha Thomas The Galley Decatur Visit Fort Wayne Deister Machine Co. Barb Zabel Sarah & Steve Pfaehler
PLATINUM STAR
Maryellen M. Rice Dr. Richard & Cynthia Zollinger
Bright Star Donors have made a donation to the Embassy Foundation. Look for the special Bright Star display hanging from the Indiana Hotel Lobby Mezzanine.
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Enjoy a virtual visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in Santa Land every day of the festival. Wednesday, November 25 36th Annual Festival of Trees Opening Day (4-9:30 p.m.) Debut of Animated Holiday Windows Thursday, November 26 (Thanksgiving) 36th Annual Festival of Trees (2-9:30 p.m.) Friday, November 27 36th Annual Festival of Trees (11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.) Breakfast with Santa (8-10:45 a.m.) A separate ticket is required for Breakfast with Santa Saturday, November 28 36th Annual Festival of Trees (11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.) Breakfast with Santa (8-10:45 a.m.) A separate ticket is required for Breakfast with Santa Sunday, November 29 36th Annual Festival of Trees (11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.) Breakfast with Santa (8-10:45 a.m.) A separate ticket is required for Breakfast with Santa Monday, November 30 36th Annual Festival of Trees (9 a.m.-8:30 p.m.)
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Enjoy a virtual visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in Santa Land every day of the festival. Tuesday, December 1 36th Annual Festival of Trees (9 a.m.-8:30 p.m.) Wednesday, December 2 36th Annual Festival of Trees (9 a.m.-8:30 p.m.) Thursday, December 3 36th Annual Festival of Trees (9 a.m.-8 p.m.) Friday, December 4 36th Annual Festival of Trees (11 a.m.-8:45 p.m.) Saturday, December 5 36th Annual Festival of Trees (11 a.m.-8:45 p.m.) Cookies and Cocoa with Santa (8:30-10:45 a.m.) A separate ticket is required for Cookies and Cocoa Sunday, December 6 (FINAL DAY) 36th Annual Festival of Trees (2:15-4:30 p.m.) Cookies and Cocoa with Santa (8:30-10:45 a.m., 12:30-2p.m., 5:30-7 p.m.) A separate ticket is required for Cookies and Cocoa
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Happy Holidays from SIRVA! For over 70 years, SIRVA has been a part of the Fort Wayne community. Our flagship household goods moving brands Allied Van Lines and North American Van Lines are proud to support our community during the holidays and all year long. The people of SIRVA wish the entire com- munity good health, peace and joy and look forward to safely sharing in the hol- iday festivities in downtown Fort Wayne, our home sweet home. 101 E Washington Blvd Suite 1100 (260) 429-2511
Visit our website at www.sirva.com
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SPONSORS AND DECORATORS 1 Our Family Tree Sponsor: McMahon’s Best-One Tire Decorator: McMahon’s Best-One Tire 2 Quarantine Comforts That Brought Us Joy Sponsor: Building Temperature Solutions Decorator: The Red Stiletto Hair & Cosmetic Artistry 3 I’m PLAID About You This Holiday Season Sponsor: Poorman’s Heating & Air Decorator: Cindy Friend 4 An Indiana Christmas Sponsor: MidWest America Federal Credit Union Decorator: Laura L. Byerly 5 Sweet Sounds of Joy Sponsor: Sweetwater, Chuck & Lisa Surack Decorator: Kristi Helvie 6 Silent Night Sponsor: Upper Valley Films Decorator: Matt Thomas
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SPONSORS AND DECORATORS 7 Orange is the New Black Sponsor: Trademark Title, Inc. Decorator: Amber Gaskill 8 Merry Crimson Sponsor: Ruoff Mortgage Decorator: Ruoff Mortgage 9 Memories of Home Sponsor: Senior Life, Home Living, Glo Magazine Decorator: LTC Ombudsman Program - Aisha R. Arrington 10 It’s the Most Wonderful “Pine” of the Year! Sponsor: Shambaugh & Son Decorator: Dana Fink 11 ‘Tis the Season for the Comfort, Warmth and Happiness of Home Sponsor: Do it Best Corp. Decorator: Do it Best Corp.
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SPONSORS AND DECORATORS 12 Reflecting on What Matters Most Sponsor: Fort Wayne Dermatology Consultants Decorator: Dinah Gibson and Aja Michael-Keller 13 Sugar Bliss Christmas Sponsor: Panning’s Cricket Farm Decorator: Diana Amstutz 14 Warm Reflection Sponsor: Steel Dynamics Decorator: Sherry Miller, AIFD - Armstrong Flowers, Inc. 15 STAR Bank Money Tree SCAN CODE TO ENTER TO WIN THE CASH Sponsor: STAR Bank Decorator: Young’s Greenhouse 16 Wise Men Still Seek Him . . . The Jesus Christ of CHRISTmas Sponsor: Christmas in the Park, sponsored by Christ Child Festival, underwritten by Windows, Doors & More Decorator: Gladys Dormire
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SPONSORS AND DECORATORS 17 Buddy’s Epicurean Delight Sponsor: PHP Decorator: Michelle Kearnes & Chelsea Holland 18 ABC’s by BKD Sponsor: BKD, LLP Decorator: Tara Cahill & Mary Cahill 19 “All I Want for Christmas Is Your Two Front Teeth” Sponsor: Grabill Family Dentistry Decorator: Grabill Family Dentistry 20 Merry Flocking Christmas Sponsor: Anonymous Decorator: Leah Schoenle 21 Welcome Home Sponsor: Byron Health Decorator: Heather Hoover 22 Rustic Christmas SCAN CODE TO ENTER TO WIN THIS TREE Sponsor: Majic 95.1 Decorator: Fritz Family
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SPONSORS AND DECORATORS 23 Out of This World Sponsor: BAE Systems Decorator: Gayle Sherman 24 Merry & Bright Sponsor: L-A Electric Decorator: Amy Goodwin 25 Merry Mischief SCAN CODE TO ENTER TO WIN A VERA BRADLEY GIFT SET Sponsor: Vera Bradley Decorator: Vera Bradley 26 Whether We Weather or Not Sponsor: ABC21 Decorator: Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne 27 Mm! Mm! Good! Christmas Sponsor: Racine Family Decorator: Racine Family
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SPONSORS AND DECORATORS 28 2020 A Christmas of Hope Sponsor: Anonymous Decorator: Joyce & Vicki Racine 29 The Cardinal Sponsor: D. O. McComb and Sons Funeral Homes Decorator: Charlotte Smith 30 Winter Blues Sponsor: Anonymous Decorator: Charlotte Smith 31 Old Fashion Christmas Sponsor: I & M Decorator: Barbara Solee 32 Find Your Greatness Sponsor: I & M Decorator: Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne 33 Celebrating Planet Earth Sponsor: I & M Decorator: FAME
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SPONSORS AND DECORATORS 34 I Got Your Six Sponsor: I & M Decorator: FW22 35 Holiday at Hogwarts Sponsor: Lowe’s Decorator: Kate’s Kart 36 Handmade Christmas Sponsor: Cedarhurst Senior Living Decorator: Molly Faber 37 Strength Through Empowerment Sponsor: Blue Jacket Inc. Decorator: Erin, Eric & Etta Petty 38 Flushing 2020 Sponsor: Roto-Rooter Plumbers & Water Restoration Decorator: Roto-Rooter Plumbers & Water Restoration 39 Do They Even Make Trees Out of Wood Anymore? SCAN CODE TO ENTER TO WIN THIS TREE Sponsor: Partners 1st Federal Credit Union Decorator: Joe Jentgen and DataPrint
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SPONSORS AND DECORATORS 40 Alice in Winter Wonderland Sponsor: Whittle Strategic Accounting, in honor of Children’s Autism Center Decorator: Leah Schoenle 41 Then & Now Sponsor: API Alliance Decorator: API Alliance 42 Welcome Home Sponsor: Cookie Cottage Decorator: Lyssa Troemel 43 Santa Claus is Coming to Town Sponsor: Fort Wayne Newspapers Decorator: Jevene Barton & Lisa McDougle 44 All I Want for Christmas is...A New Year! Sponsor: Embassy Theatre Foundation Board of Directors Decorator: Asher Agency
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FESTIVAL OF TREES SPONSORS
Live Tree Sponsor
WINDOW SPONSORS
Fort Wayne Metals NIPSCO & NISource Charitable Foundation Mike’s Carwash
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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA SPONSORS
Dynamic Sound Entertainment Alomar Entertainment Shigs In Pit Proximo Fort Wayne Youtheatre All Occasion Party
DECORATOR AWARDS & JUDGES
Imperial Trophy John O’Connell, Dean College of Visual and Performing Arts Purdue Fort Wayne Emily Wagner Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Scott Matthew Miller
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FOOD & BEVERAGE DONORS
Shigs In Pit Ziffles Rib Bar Casa Restaurants Zianos Italian Eatery Proximo Full Circle BBQ Ruth’s Chris Steak House Kelly Updike
THANKS FOR GENEROUS SUPPORT IN SO MANY WAYS
Reuben Albaugh Karen May Joe Andrews Stan Sheets Asher Agency Fort Wayne Youtheatre Mike Berkshire All Occasion Party Gary Coffelt Jerry Allen Embassy Organ Crew Robert Gudorf Embassy SCORE! students Three Rivers Festival Maggie Hunter
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MEDIA SPONSORS
VITUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES VIDEO SPONSOR
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DONATIONS
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