Question: How do you fit 50 Christmas Trees in a 2 bedroom ranch?

Answer: Very carefully!

The owners of a Greensburg home did just that. When asked to be on a holiday home tour to raise money for a local museum, George Shaner and Michael Philopena went all out. They put up 50 Christmas trees all over the house – and I mean everywhere. Even in the bathroom! They also outdid themselves with a room full of teddy bears – 837 of them – all Christmas themed, wired to a dozen trees. It was AWESOME! They started decorating in October, when the rest of us where carving pumpkins! They say it won’t take nearly as long to put away – just about month!

Many thanks to the Westmoreland Cultural Trust for inviting me to host their annual Holiday Fashion Show! The hot looks this year include warm vests, long scarves — and the color Yam! I learned something new!

Event co-chair Candy, along with WCT Head Mike Langer and me.Volunteers in the Holiday Mood!

The Youngest Models!

The guys modeled warm winter fashions!

I never have a loss for words about fashion.

Mini Parade of Trees in Greensburg Reception, Friday November 7th……

I just had to blog about this event – and the cute little Christmas Trees on display at the Just Miniature Shop in Greensburg from now until December 14th.  The shop owner, Judy Mizikar, who is known regionally for her doll house creations, developed this fundraiser to support the Trib’s charity, Operation Santa Claus, that provides food for needy families during the holidays.  She asked friends and family to decorate six inch trees – and this year she got 66 back!  They each have different themes, and people can vote on their favorite by making cash donations.  You can bid on ones you want to take home in a silent auction.  Last year she raised $3,500, and once you see the trees, you’ll know she will probably raise even more this year!

Judy Mizikar with friend Kim Ward in front of the Mini Trees that are displayed in her storefront.

I bid on this one! The tree has wine charms on it and sits atop a wine glass!

The Choo Choo Tree has a mini train and track underneath.

Go Dukes!

More than 50 people came to the store to see the trees Friday!