In this special bonus episode, So That Reminds Me co-hosts Chris Maza and Ryan Feyre are joined by Sarah Gumaer, marketing director for the Springfield Boys & Girls Club and one of the key organizers behind one of Western Massachusetts’ most beloved holiday traditions: the Festival of Trees. Running Nov. 28 through Dec. 14 at the MassMutual Center, this annual celebration transforms the venue into a sparkling forest of creativity, community spirit, and seasonal magic.

Sarah shares the stories, planning, and purpose behind the event, and how the festival not only brings joy to thousands of visitors but also supports the Boys & Girls Club’s mission throughout the year.

• Intro: 0:11
• Sarah Gumaer and the Festival of Trees: 5:23
• The festival’s 25 years of growth: 6:56
• Programming the festival supports: 8:02
• Importance of community support and involvement: 10:28
• Favorite and memorable trees over the years: 14:15
• Looking to the future: 18:28
• Hours and admission: 19:41