Off the Beaten Path: Halfmoon Holiday Memories Memorial Trees
HALFMOON, N.Y. (NEWS10) - "Holiday Memories" is a lighted Christmas tree memorial in remembrance of loved ones who have passed away. This year, 70 trees are lit up in Abele Memorial Park during the month of December as part of the annual tradition.
David Maxfield is a volunteer and president of the Halfmoon Celebrations Association, the group behind the annual tribute. He has a personal connection to the tribute, decorating a tree dedicated to his mother and father.
Each tree is individually decorated by members of the community to honor loved ones who have passed away. According to Maxfield, you don't have to live in Halfmoon to participate in the memorial.
The lighted Christmas tree memorial will be on display through the end of the month. Next year, they plan to supply more Christmas trees to meet the growing demand. To learn more about the tree memorial, and how to get involved, you contact the group at halfmooncelebrations@gmail.com.
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