Memorial Tree Lighting at the Library

A program was held on Monday inside the Soda Springs Library to officially recognize the lighting of the Memorial Tree, which is located just outside the front entrance.  

Originally a project of the Senior Center, the Memorial Tree allows those who wish to celebrate loved ones who have passed away to place an ornament on the tree in their memory. 

A program was held inside the library itself, and then the ornaments were hung outside. The program was non-denominational, and everyone in the community was welcomed.  Tanner Davis played the cello, and Alana Burns sang.  The Soda Springs District Orchestra, led by Debbie Hansen, provided music as well. 

Speaker Rich Evans provided a message of hope, followed by a candlelight ceremony outside where family members hung ornaments on the tree outside the library outside the main entrance and the Soda Springs District Orchestra played.  The ornaments will remain hanging from the tree until the beginning of the new year in remembrance of those who have passed on.

The memorial tree is sponsored by Bayer, and the project is also supported by the library in the use of their facilities.

Daryl and Jerrilynn Harrison were responsible for organizing and putting together this year’s Memorial tree.  Stop by the library sometime during the season and take a look at the tree, and maybe leave an ornament for a missed loved one of your own.  

Thank you to Hope Hansen for pictures of the event!