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SANTA BARBARA SONGWRITERS WIN U.S. CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE SONGWRITING COMPETITION
Published on 2011-11-15 15:25:56
Follow @PeoplesTree Award-winning singer and songwriter Kate Wallace and her songwriting friend, Annie J. Dahlgren, will perform “Peace, Peace, Peace” Nov. 5th at the Four County Celebration in Sonora, Calif., where the public gets its first chance to see the 65-foot white fir from Stanislaus National Forest that will become the nation’s Christmas tree ”Peace, Peace, Peace,” a holiday song co-written by Santa Barbara-based songwriters Kate Wallace and Annie J. Dahlgre [..] > read more
HISTORIC GOLD RUSH TOWN SONORA FIRST STOP FOR U.S. CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE
Published on 2011-11-10 16:15:47
Follow @PeoplesTree Tuolumne, Calaveras, Mariposa and Alpine counties are celebrating with a parade and “Gifts from Under Our Tree,” a daylong event at the Motherlode Fairgrounds in Sonora with arts and crafts, storytellers, live music, food, wine tastings and more than 60 exhibits SONORA, Calif. – Tuolumne, Calaveras, Mariposa and Alpine counties are planning a parade and a day filled with fun family activities and entertainment on Saturday, Nov. 5th to celebrate the arrival of this year [..] > read more
DUBLIN PHOTOGRAPHER WINS U.S. CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE ART COMPETITION
Published on 2011-11-01 17:01:58
Follow @PeoplesTree A STUNNING PHOTOGRAPH OF SNOW-COVERED PINE TREES IN FRONT OF YOSEMITE’S EL CAPITAN Marc Davis’s winning photograph, “Granite Ablaze,” will be permanently displayed at the U.S. Forest Service headquarters in Washington, D.C. DUBLIN, Calif., Nov. 4, 2011 – Marc Davis has won this year’s U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree art competition with “Granite Ablaze,” a beautiful winter sunrise photograph of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. Davis, a Dublin-based electrical [..] > read more
SECOND GRADER TO LIGHT THE U.S. CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE
Published on 2011-10-27 17:26:34
Follow @PeoplesTree Seven-year-old Johnny Crawford from Sonora, Calif. will join Speaker of the House John Boehner in the Dec. 6th tree lighting ceremony, which features a 65-foot Sierra white fir from Stanislaus National Forest SONORA, Calif., Oct. 24, 2011 – Seven year old Johnny Crawford has spent the past two years studying U.S. history with his mother, who home schools him along with his brother and sister. Little did Johnny know that he would become part of U.S. history himself. Last Thu [..] > read more
White fir in California’s Stanislaus Forest chosen to be the US Capitol’s Christmas tree
Published on 2011-10-10 16:07:00
Follow @PeoplesTree By Associated Press, Published: October 4 FRESNO, Calif. — Somewhere in the middle of a California forest stands a perfectly formed 65-foot white fir about to meet a glorious end as the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree. Where, exactly, is top secret, though it is somewhere in the Stanislaus National Forest in the central Sierra Nevada mountains. “It’s a matter of national security,” said Maria C. Benech, in all seriousness. She is the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Coordinato [..] > read more
Capitol Christmas Tree – Song Search
Published on 2011-10-10 10:33:59
Follow @PeoplesTree Kate Wallace (www.katewallace.com ) is an award-winning former Nashville singer/songwriter who returned to her home state of California to carry on the tradition of creating and performing music that matters. While in Nashville, Kate produced and recorded four CDs, was a staff songwriter at Universal/Polygram Music and Honest Entertainment, had songs covered by famous and infamous artists alike, made videos and toured the country, played many folk festivals and clubs in the c [..] > read more
5 to 17 years old? You Could Win a Washington D.C. Trip and Light the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree
Published on 2011-10-06 11:16:52
Follow @PeoplesTree YOUNG CALIFORNIANS CAN WIN A CHANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE U.S. CAPITOL TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY IN WASHINGTON, D.C. Entry forms for the statewide drawing must be postmarked by Oct. 7th Children love Christmas trees and especially turning on the Christmas lights. Now imagine the thrill for the child who gets a chance to turn on the 10,000 lights that illuminate the 65-foot Christmas tree that¹s erected in front of the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. The U.S. Forest [..] > read more
Trim the Tree! A Brief History of the Capitol Christmas Tree
Published on 2011-09-27 09:27:30
Follow @PeoplesTree Although there are indications that the Capitol building purchased Christmas trees in other years, it wasn’t until 1964 that an official annual celebration was held. It was that year that the supervising office of the grounds at the Capitol dome decided to purchase a one and plant it on the Western lawn of the Capitol building. Thus, the tradition of the Capitol Christmas Tree was born. John McCormack, the Speaker of the House in 1963, had made the suggestion for a [..] > read more
“California Shines” Help reach our goal of 5,000 outdoor ornaments for the Capitol Christmas tree!
Published on 2011-09-14 09:15:08
Follow @PeoplesTree Dr. Terry Bergeson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction (left), Micah Joe (Ornament Drawing Winner), and his parents, Chief Petty Officer Alvin Joe and mom Jennifer Joe, “First Mike Gregoire”, in WA DC in front of the Capitol Christmas Tree. The Stanislaus National Forest is collecting all ornaments prior to their shipment to Washington D.C. Unless our goal is reached sooner, the deadline for receiving ornaments is September 30, 2011. Check the thermomete [..] > read more
2011 Capitol Christmas Tree Preparation Starting
Published on 2011-08-31 14:08:13
Follow @PeoplesTree All the preparation for the US Capitol Christmas tree are under way. As with preparations for any festival, it involves early planning so that the event runs smoothly. Just like any other celebration, The Us Capitol Christmas tree events are planned for early in the months before the actual events and activities. Please see the list at the bottom of the article for the current dates and check back for any updates. Due to the time of year that the Christmas holiday is mo [..] > read more
California Shines in Song this Christmas
Published on 2011-07-05 16:38:52
Follow @PeoplesTree What makes the state of California shine? That’s the theme of “The People’s Tree” this year, and all California residents everywhere are asked to take part in showing the rest of the United States what makes Calif > read more
US Capitol Christmas Tree 2011″California Shines” Ornament Due Date EXTENDED
Published on 2011-06-30 08:58:39
Follow @PeoplesTree US Capitol Christmas Tree 2011 Ornament Due Date EXTENDED send them to us as you complete them prior to August 31 2011 Reprint of the Ornament information: Because of the size, over five thousand ornaments will be needed to decora > read more
The US Capitol Christmas Tree: A Historic Journey
Published on 2011-06-27 08:23:18
Follow @PeoplesTree Every year during the holiday season, a very large Christmas tree travels thousands of miles from some lucky state all the way to Washington DC. The chosen state is fortunate because it gives them a chance to showcase their own > read more
Celebrating the Holidays: The Capitol Christmas Tree Cutting Ceremony
Published on 2011-06-23 12:13:19
Follow @PeoplesTree Imagine the coolness of the winter air. You are bundled up in warm attire. You brought along a thermos of hot apple cider. Your friends or family are with you. You feel a slight breeze on your faces. Together you sing some happy C > read more
Lighting Ceremony of the Capitol Christmas Tree
Published on 2011-06-20 07:04:22
Follow @PeoplesTree A Capitol Christmas tree has adorned the west lawn of the Capitol building every holiday season since 1964. Not to be confused with the National Christmas tree which is on the grounds of the White House, the Capitol Christmas tr > read more
Out of Hand Creative Arts Center Hand Painted Ornaments – Capitol Christmas Tree 2011
Published on 2011-06-16 12:40:04
Follow @PeoplesTree All Californians are asked to get involved. You too can be involved with this event. Out Of Hand Pottery Creative Arts Center (MAP) will be providing on and off-site opportunities for individuals and groups to create unique, col > read more
California, Let Your Light Shine! The Capitol Christmas Tree Story
Published on 2011-06-13 13:58:35
Follow @cmsvoteup Every year at Christmas time, one lucky State gets to be represented in the Capitol of our nation. This year’s choice to send a tree to Washington DC is the great State of California. The tree that will be cut and sent in Nove > read more
The Capitol Christmas Tree Art Competition
Published on 2011-06-01 12:47:21
For decades, the White House has had a Christmas tree on the West Front lawn. In 1964, the first official Capitol Christmas Tree was purchased from a Pennsylvania nursery. A life Douglas fir, this tree was planted directly on the lawn, where it survi > read more
The Capitol Christmas Tree, “California Shines” Song Search
Published on 2011-05-24 08:13:18
California is an inspiration to many artists, crafters, and musicians. This year, thousands of creative people will have the chance to have their creative work performed or placed on display for all of America to see. By participating in this year > read more
Capitol Christmas Tree 2011 – Song Search
Published on 2011-05-19 15:42:30
Every year since 1970, a Christmas tree has been presented to the United States congress from a National Forest, and is known as “The People’s Tree”. This year the tree will be chosen from the Stanislaus National Forest in the Central Sierras, > read more
Artwork of the Capitol Christmas Tree
Published on 2011-05-18 14:15:38
For decades, there has been a Capitol Christmas Tree on the West Front lawn of the White House. A tradition begun in 1964, taking the tree from a national forest was not done until 1970. Before that, a live Douglas fir was used, until the tree’ > read more
The Capitol Tree 2011, Then and Now
Published on 2011-05-16 14:47:10
For decades, it has been a tradition to light a Christmas tree on the west lawn of the White House. When the very first Capitol tree was set up isn’t precisely known, and could date back to the Victorian era, but it wasn’t until 1964 that a defin > read more
US Capitol Christmas Tree 2011 – Ornaments
Published on 2011-05-12 11:33:49
Because of the size, over five thousand ornaments will be needed to decorate it. This year, participants in California are being asked to submit their own beautifully handcrafted ornaments, all based around the theme “California Shines.” Schools, > read more
California Shines on the Capitol Christmas Tree 2011
Published on 2011-05-09 10:37:55
Every year since 1970, the Forest Service has provided the nation’s capital with a Christmas tree. It can take months to find the right sixty-foot tree to grace the west lawn of the White House, and this year, the search is on already in Stanislaus > read more
Capitol Christmas Tree 2006
Published on 2011-03-06 17:05:40
When we talk about Christmas our hearts fill with happiness and love and when it is about the Capitol Christmas Tree then not any other tree can be more worthy to discuss than this. The Capitol Christmas Tree is not only a tree it is a tradition > read more
A Most Memorable Capitol Tree – Christmas 2007
Published on 2011-03-01 16:44:45
Edna Ferber is very true in her saying that “Christmas isn’t a season, it’s a feeling.” There is not any doubt about it. The relation of Christmas is direct to our heart not to the season. It is our inner feeling that we love to celebrate Ch > read more
Capitol Holiday Tree 1999 – 2005: Keep Christmas in the Holiday Season.
Published on 2011-02-26 16:37:35
It looks like The Capitol Christmas Tree was referred to as the Capitol Holiday Tree in the year 1999 for the first time as far as this writer can tell. Here is a article where it. Since this is a question I have been asked more then once I though > read more
Capitol Christmas Tree 2007
Published on 2011-02-22 16:32:08
The tradition of the Capitol Christmas tree belongs to the twentieth century. The beautifully decorated tree that is specially harvested in order to grace the west front lawn of the U.S. capitol. The tree’s selection, its installation and decor > read more
Capitol Christmas Tree 2011 – Stanislaus National Forest
Published on 2011-02-14 17:07:25
Christmas of 2010 has passed and now our eyes are looking forward for the next Christmas. There is no doubt that Christmas is an eternal source of blessings, happiness and celebration for all of us in the world. It is the beginning of new life > read more
Capitol Christmas Tree 2010 Lighting Ceremony Videos
Published on 2010-12-07 16:37:50
The Live feed of the Capitol Christmas tree 2010 has ended but you can still go the the link and see it as a replay. The above video is only one and a half minutes in a news feed. Below is the link of the 25 minute Lighting Ceremony from c-span. You > read more
The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting is Tonight 5pm E.T.
Published on 2010-12-07 12:54:04
The tradition began in 1964 - Performed today in 2010 U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi along with Daniel Sitter, a sixth grade student from Wyoming will light the tree at 5 pm eastern time. The Music will be performed by the U.S. Navy Band > read more
U. S. Capitol Christmas Tree Arrives at the Capitol
Published on 2010-11-29 17:44:33
Washington D.C. – The Peoples Christmas Tree has arrived at it’s final destination. It will be dressed and Adorned beautifully with all the ornaments made and donated for this years tree. The tree lighting will be presented on December > read more
2010 Capitol Christmas Tree – The Final Days of Travel
Published on 2010-11-26 15:47:25
November 26 2010, Day 17 – Friday 5:30pm - Near 205 North Augusta Street, Staunton, VA On Augusta Street, near BB&T there will be a free, family event! Bring a toy for the Salvation Army!Rockin’ around the Christmas Tree! The Capit > read more
2010 Capitol Christmas Tree Arrives in Dahlonega GA
Published on 2010-11-25 15:10:13
Dahlonega, GA. – A town of only 3600 people was host to the Capitol Christmas Tree Thanksgiving eve and Thanksgiving day. What a beautiful town indeed. This little town is nestled in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains has streets of a Thomas K > read more
Capitol Christmas Tree 2010 Heads for the South
Published on 2010-11-21 17:42:32
After the unbelievable turnout in the fog , Britt Iowa was an event to remember. Britt, IA – A town of only 2000 people was a host today for nearly the same number of visitors. As we came into town we noticed all the people around a couple of l > read more
The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Leaves Wyoming – Heads Midwest
Published on 2010-11-19 10:33:00
We are looking forward to many stops throughout South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Missouri. I hear that there will be collectibles and commemorative items at each of the stops. Have fun visiting the tree and all the events associated in the beaut > read more
The Capitol Christmans Tree has had some Eventful Times
Published on 2010-11-19 09:02:47
A Parade in Wheatland, a Jackalope in Douglas and a Wind Delay in Wheatland posted on the official blog by the the tree team on the road. Thursday, November 18, 2010 – Today we had the opportunity to see the very best of the people of Wyomi > read more
The Captitol Christmas Tree Collectibles Have Been Found!
Published on 2010-11-18 21:10:01
Capitol Christmas Tree 2010 Ornament Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming - The Peoples Tree now has a place to purchase your favorite collectible. Though it Looks Like the products are mostly out of stock, it states on the site that they will be ship > read more
Wyoming, The Final Days in WY. Capitol Cristmas Tree 2010
Published on 2010-11-15 12:31:50
The celebration just gets bigger and better. The Peoples Tree will continue through Wyoming to its final 4 days before traveling east. Here is the latest news on locations and celebrations: November 16 2010, Day 7 9:00am – 11:30am National Historic > read more