"The Fantasy of Trees Gala Preview Party is a great opportunity for visitors to celebrate the upcoming holidays, enjoy wonderful food and dancing, check out the Fantasy of Trees before the crowds of visitors, and get started on their holiday shopping list," said Elizabeth Thomas, coordinator for the holiday event.

In celebration of the Fantasy of Trees' 25th anniversary, all past co-chairs will be recognized during the gala. Past co-chairs are:

• Peg Parker, 1985-86
• Evelyn Pollard, 1985-86
• Sylvia Sanders, 1987-88
• Gerri Knott, 1987-88
• Wanda Haralson, 1989-90
• Sandi McCormick, 1989-90
• Dianne Schimmel, 1991
• Nancy Flynn, 1991-92
• Jackie Carpenter, 1992-93
• Joyce Haynes, 1993-94
• Carol LeTard, 1994-95
• Jeanne Mitchell, 1995-96
• Sandy McKelvy, 1996-97
• Debbie Mackey, 1997-98
• Becky Clifton, 1998-99
• Janice Davis, 1999-2000
• Helen Mills, 2000-01
• Lesa Bondurant, 2001-02
• Belinda Ford, 2002-03
• Karen Waldbauer, 2003-04
• Becky Vanzant, 2004-05
• Linda Redmond, 2005-06
• Stephanie Jeffreys, 2006-07
• Sarah Beth Carlon, 2007-08

The Fantasy of Trees Gala Preview Party also features areas for couples and families to have their pictures made in their "fantasy frocks," and gift shops are open for visitors to begin their holiday shopping. The Fantasy Theater hosts a live band for dancing and musical entertainment throughout the evening, and visitors are encouraged to view the room vignettes, trees and other holiday decorations and be the first to choose their favorites to purchase.

The gala is sponsored by the Cazana Family and Commercial and Investment Properties Company.

Tickets for the Fantasy of Trees Gala Preview Party are $150 per adult and $50 per child ages 4-12. The attire is black tie optional.

Those who wish to attend the Fantasy of Trees Gala Preview Party need to purchase tickets in advance by calling the Children's Hospital Volunteer Services and Resources Department at (865) 541-8385.

For more information, contact the Children's Hospital Volunteer Services and Resources Department at (865) 541-8385 or write to FOT@etch.com.