Charitable efforts

Shopping with ‘divine’ results

The 16th annual Divine Design event offers a huge selection of designer fashion and home furnishings, décor and accessories all sold at deep discounts to benefit Project Angel Food. Through Dec. 8, Divine Design will offer shoppers deals for everyone’s holiday list while helping to feed those struggling with a life-threatening illness. For every $5 spent at Divine Design, Project Angel Food can cook and deliver a meal to someone facing debilitating illnesses.

The Divine Design marketplace will be open to the public Friday-Monday, Dec. 5-8 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and takes place at the Old Robinson’s May building at 9900 Wilshire in Beverly Hills. There is a $25 admission fee, but a coupon on the website offers $10 off admission. For details, visit www.divinedesign.org.

Festival of Trees on Sunday in Burbank

On Sunday, Dec. 7, the Assistance League of Glendale will transform the ballroom of Burbank Airport Marriott Convention Center into a holiday fantasy spectacular when it presents its 33rd annual Festival of Trees. The festival begins at 10 a.m. with a silent auction followed by the opening of the lavish ballroom that showcases the many Christmas trees, each uniquely decorated. Every guest can purchase tickets for a chance to win one of the magnificent Christmas trees or other items displayed around the room. A holiday luncheon will be served at noon with entertainment provided by the Crescenta Valley High School Jazz Band.

All proceeds from this event support the eight philanthropic programs of Assistance League of Glendale. The event is open to the public. To purchase tickets call (818) 790-7041.

Season’s greetings helps charity

Proceeds from the sale of greeting cards made by residents of Rosemary Children’s Services in Pasadena will benefit the organization. The cards are $10 for a pack of ten and proceeds support Rosemary Children’s Services during this holiday season. For more information, call Maria Vazquez at (626) 844-3033 ext. 202 or visit www.rosemarychildren.org.

Remembering seniors this season

Local seniors who otherwise might be forgotten this holiday season will receive gifts and companionship through the fifth annual “Be a Santa to a Senior” program. Area non-profit senior agencies and retailers are partnering with event sponsor Home Instead Senior Care of Burbank to brighten the lives of seniors in Burbank, Glendale and the Foothills.