Powder Springs deadline is Nov. 19 for Festival of Trees entries

Youth groups are invited to apply for participation in Powder Springs' Festival of Trees.

Nov. 19 is the deadline. Only 24 spaces are available.

First, second and third place prizes will be awarded during the Dec. 4 Christmas tree lighting ceremony on the Historic Town Square. Then the trees will be on display until Dec. 31.

For information, call 770-943-8001 ext. 307 or visit

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