Hotel Bellwether will be hosting its 7th annual Holiday Trees Benefiting Skookum Kids. Hotel Bellwether transforms into a Holiday Wonderland with festive trees decorated by local businesses on display during all of December. The public is encouraged to visit the hotel during the month of December to vote on their favorite tree.

The kick-ff Holiday Tree Lighting reception will be on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. The community is invited to come vote for their favorite tree, and take pictures with the Snow Queen and Snow Princess while enjoying festive music with holiday treats and beverages.

In order to receive a voting ballot, one must donate new or gently used clothing (ages 13 and under) or make a monetary donation t Skookum Kids, a local organization that cares for foster children in Whatcom County.

Voters will receive a same day 10% off voucher to the Lighthouse Grill and are entered to win a one night stay in the Lighthouse Suite. The voting will end Dec. 31. For more information, call Hotel Bellwether at 360-392-3100.