Free Christmas Tree Decorating Workshops in Pomona, Nov. 14–15

Looking to give your Christmas tree a little extra sparkle this holiday season? Down to Earth Living, Rockland County's destination for home décor, gardening and outdoor living, will host free Christmas Tree Decorating Workshops on Saturday, November 14, and Sunday, November 15, from 1 to 2 p.m. each day at its Pomona location.

Whether you're looking to refresh your traditional holiday décor or try something entirely new, these workshops will offer inspiration and practical decorating techniques to help transform an ordinary Christmas tree into a stunning holiday centerpiece.

Participants will learn the tips and tricks that the professionals at Down to Earth utilize to create their incredible Christmas Tree displays; how to combine colors, textures, ornaments and decorative elements to create a cohesive, professionally styled look. Special attention will be given to using decorative picks, which are stems featuring festive accents such as berries, pinecones, glittered branches, greenery and other embellishments. These versatile decorations can be tucked between branches to add dimension, fill empty spaces and give a tree a fuller, more layered appearance.

The workshops will also explore creative alternatives to traditional tree toppers. Instead of the familiar star or angel, participants will discover how to use decorative picks, ribbon and other accents to create an eye-catching arrangement at the top of the tree that complements the overall design.

"Our goal is to show people that creating a beautifully decorated Christmas tree doesn't have to be complicated," said Stuart Leventhal, owner of Down to Earth Living. "Sometimes it's just a matter of knowing how to combine colors and textures, where to place decorations and how to add those finishing touches that make a tree really stand out. We want people to leave feeling inspired and excited to decorate their own trees."

The workshops will take place at Down to Earth Living, located at 1040 Route 45 in Pomona, NY, on the following dates:

• Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 1–2 p.m.
• Sunday, November 15, 2026 | 1–2 p.m.

While the workshops are free, registration is required as space is limited. Register at this link: https://www.dteliving.com/promo/tree-trimming-workshops/

For more information, visit www.dteliving.com or call 845-354-8500.

Down to Earth Living Garden Center encourages customers to bring in photos of their garden or backyard, as well as images that inspire them, and speak with Down to Earth experts for personalized guidance on how to bring their visions to life. The team assists with selecting plants, shrubs, containers, and statuary to achieve the desired look. The expanded indoor plant showroom is open all year, and free repotting is available with any plant or pot purchase.

Down to Earth Living, now in its 56th year, is a Garden Center serving Rockland, Bergen, and Orange counties and the Hudson Valley, offering 12.5 acres filled with perennials, flowers, shrubs, and trees, with new plants arriving weekly. The 10,000-square-foot showroom features a selection of contemporary, classic, traditional, and transitional teak, aluminum, and all-weather dining and deep-seated furniture. Located at 1040 Route 45 in Pomona, N.Y. For more information, call 845-354-8500 or visit www.dteliving.com.

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