Tree Sales in Full Swing Locally

Whether you prefer to pick and cut down your own tree, or take advantage of delivery and full decorating services, local opportunities abound.

If you enjoy picking out a Christmas tree while benefiting a good cause, take a look at the local fire departments first.

At least two Huntington departments; Halesite and Huntington, are selling trees and in some cases, offering free delivery. Huntington Manor is not having a tree sale this year.

sale started Dec. 3 at 9 a.m. and will continue until they sell out. Free delivery is available in the district. They are located at 1 Leverich Place in Huntington. The will hold its annual Christmas Tree sale Dec. 9-11. In addition to Christmas Trees, there will be decorative wreaths and roping available along with an annual raffle. This year the Department's Ladies Auxiliary will be selling hot chocolate and light refreshments to raise money for the .

is also holding a Christmas tree, wreath and bake sale to benefit St. Pat’s children this weekend. The event continues Dec. 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call (631) 385-3311.

If you are looking for a fresh cut tree or one you can plant later, take a trip to Elwood Pumpkin Farm. Located  at 1500 Jericho Turnpike in Huntington just a little ways east of Park Avenue, here you can find Christmas trees you choose and they cut, as well as living Christmas trees to plant later. These include the following choose and cut varieties: Douglas Fir, Eastern White Pine, Norway Spruce, Turkish Fir, White Pine and these living, rooted tree varieties: Blue Spruce, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Leyland Cypress, Norway Spruce, and White Pine. Hours are Monday to Friday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and  Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information call (631)368-8626.

is another well-known local source for holiday décor, including greens, garlands, trees, wreaths and trim. They also offer tree delivery, trimming, and custom arrangements. For more information call (631) 549-4515.

is offering trees and holiday decor and is located at 223 Oakwood Road in Huntington. They can be reached at (631) 673-0555.