What is it?
Encouraging, supporting and improving healthy living habits, among our members and throughout the community, are central to our purpose. Our work also focuses on youth development through a wide variety of programs such as child care, teen activities, day camps, swim lessons, organized sports, and parent-child adventures.
The Festival of Trees is a fundraising event geared directly to this purpose. A week filled with events for all ages wrapped around the warmth of the holiday season. Join us as we celebrate our community, our passion and the love of improving on our commitment to nurturing youth development, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
List of Events
All events are held at Defiance Eagles Aerie #372.
711 W 2nd Street, Defiance, Ohio 43512
Business Luncheon and Mistletoe Mixer reservations:
Call the Y 419.784.4747 or go online
Senior Lunch Reservations
Call Misty at the Laurels 419 782-7879
For Cocoa with Santa reservations:
Call the Y 419.784.4747 OR
Stop in and complete flyer information.
All events are held at Defiance Eagles Aerie #372.
711 W 2nd Street, Defiance, OH 43512
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Light Up the Night
November 18, 2025
5:30-8:00pm
Join us at the 2025 Festival of Trees kick-off event. Enjoy the lighting of our Christmas trees, performances by local school choirs, a live baby reindeer, appearances from the Grinch and Max, shopping for stocking stuffers, local food trucks, and a cookie table—all perfect for family fun.
Open to the public
Free will offering
This event is generously sponsored by:
Edward Jones Melissa Stockman
The Randall Brothers
Keith Hubbard Business Luncheon
November 19, 2025
Join us for the annual Keith Hubbard Business Luncheon! Enjoy a delicious meal crafted by Matt Bishop, desserts by the talented Mary Weisgerber, network with fellow professionals, and hear from our special guest, the new CEO, Brian Rachielles.
Plus, don’t miss the raffles and silent auction for some added excitement!
11:00am-1:00pm
Reservations required.
$30 per person or $240 per table.
This event is generously sponsored by:
The Hubbard Family Foundation
Mercy Health Defiance
Shultz Huber & Associates, Inc.
Senior Luncheon
November 20, 2025
10:30am-12:00pm or 12:15pm-1:45pm
For Reservations to this event
Call the Laurels 419-782-7879
$5 per person or a bag of groceries.
Look for the Citizens In Action volunteers and the Defiance and Tinora High School Jazz Bands at this event.
This event is generously sponsored by:
The Laurels of Defiance
Schaffer Funeral Home, Inc
Holiday Happy Hour
w/ Business After Hours
November 20, 2025
5:00pm-7:00pm
Guests will enjoy hors d'oeuvres by the Coarse Grind, exclusive raffles, social networking and a cash bar.
No reservations required
Open to the public
This event is generously sponsored by:
The Rotary Club of Defiance
Mistletoe Mixer
November 21, 2025
Come join us for a festive holiday celebration! The evening will feature a cash bar offering specialty beers and wines, along with an exclusive bourbon pass. Enjoy a silent auction, interactive raffles, and entertainment from our fantastic DJ. Indulge in a delicious meal by The Coarse Grind and sweet treats by Sugar on Top by Mari. This event is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season!
5:30pm-10:00pm
Reservations required.
$75 per person or $600 per table
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Cocoa with Santa
November 22, 2025
9:00am-10:00am OR
10:15am-11:15am OR
11:30am-12:30pm
*Downstairs includes photos and gifts from Santa, donuts, milk, Biggby coffee & hot chocolate, crafts and cookie decorating.
Upstairs is the Winter Wonderland featuring airbrush tattoos, Lotz Balloons, photo booth activities and family games.
Reservations required
$15 per child who is on Santa's nice list
Tree/Auction Item Pick Up Day
November 23, 2025
11:00am-1:00pm