Twenty-three artistically decorated Christmas trees will be on display on the first floor of the courthouse and a collection of manger scenes can be viewed on the third floor. Kathy Cavins , student services, will decorate the WIU-sponsored tree. The festival is sponsored by the Auxiliary to McDonough District Hospital with proceeds going to the Larry T. Westervelt Home, the new hospitality house south of the hospital. The Jazz Band, directed by Kevin Nichols, and Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dale Hopper, will perform. Featured composers are Sammy Nestico, Frank Mantooth, and Richard Rodgers.
Admission is free.
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