Habitat for Humanity’s Christmas Tree Lane opens Saturday

“A Candyland Wonderland” is the theme of this year’s Christmas Tree Lane, a display of decorated trees presented by Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley at the Promenade Temecula mall, 40820 Winchester Road.

The trees will be on display from Saturday through Dec. 17, with a grand opening event scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Monday.

Each decorated tree has a different theme. This year’s trees include It’s a Barbie’s World Tree, Mrs. Claus’ Delight, Willy Wonka Dreams, Dr. Seuss’ Magical Tree and a Gingerbread Playhouse.

The trees will be raffled, with the final drawing taking place at 7 p.m. Dec. 17.

Proceeds from the raffle will help families, veterans and seniors that Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley serves, according to a news release.

Raffle tickets are $1 each, $20 for 25 tickets or $50 for 60 tickets. Those who buy 60 tickets for $50 will receive a $20 off coupon for Habitat for Humanity’ Inland Valley’s Restore Design Center.

“When the Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley Christmas Tree Lane display goes up at Promenade Temecula, Christmastime is here. Since 2006, Habitat’s signature event, Christmas Tree Lane, is known as a symbol of hope, beauty and joy in the Temecula Valley,” Tammy Marine, chief executive officer of Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley, said in the news release.

“Housing prices continue to rise nationwide, but Riverside County is being hit especially hard. As an advocate for affordable housing, Habitat looks for solutions to fund housing opportunities in the valley. Christmas Tree Lane is a unique opportunity that is inclusive to all with tree raffle tickets starting at just $1,” Marine said.

There are special activities planned while the Christmas

Tree Lane is on display, including a Temecula Chamber of Commerce mixer and meet-the-designers event at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 15.

Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity, a national nonprofit organization with a mission to provide affordable housing. Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley operates two Restores, in Temecula and Lake Elsinore, and a Design Center in Temecula. The Restores and Design Center offer new and gently used items for home improvement and remodeling.

For information, go to habitativ.org.