Orland Lions Club Selling Live Christmas Trees, Wreaths In Fundraiser

ORLAND PARK, IL — The Orland Park Lions Club has kicked off its holiday season, with sales of live Christmas trees, wreaths and wood crafts.

The organization opened its lot at 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. Nov. 20, with hours seven days a week. Monday through Friday, open 4 to 7 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Featured at the lot are live trees, wreaths, and reindeer and snowmen made from wood. Trees range from 6 feet to 13; wreaths from 20 inches to 48 in diameter.

The organization is accepting donations for used eyeglasses and hearing aids; anyone with items to donate should bring them to the lot. The club provides health care, financial and educational expense assistance to individuals in the community who are in need of help. Members have contributed hands-on assistance for community environmental and beautification projects. The club supports The Lions of Illinois Foundation, which provides assistance to adults and children who are hearing and visually impaired. In addition, the club supports The Sight First Program of Lions Clubs International, a global fundraising effort to prevent blindness and restore sight around the world.