Bethlehem Christmas Tree Toss to Benefit Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley Set for December 14, 2024

Posted On October 31, 2024 By lvwithlove In Blog, Press Release /

The Bethlehem Christmas Tree Toss for Charity Brings the Cheer on December 14, 2024, at 11 a.m.

The Lehigh Valley tradition raises money for Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley

BETHLEHEM, PA (December, 2024) – More Miles Automotive, in collaboration with Lehigh Valley with Love Media, proudly announces the annual “Peter Kearns Memorial Christmas Tree Toss” benefiting Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 11 a.m.

The event will take place at More Miles Automotive, 1458 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem, PA.

This cherished tradition, rooted in a friendly challenge between the late Peter Kearns and Mike DeCrosta, has become a festive and meaningful event since its start in 2002. What began as a quirky contest has transformed into a well-loved celebration of the season.

After concluding in 2013 upon Kearns’ retirement, the event made a triumphant return in 2015 due to popular demand. Each year, community members gather for a day filled with joy, laughter, and goodwill.

The ‘Peter Kearns Memorial Christmas Tree Toss’ brings together holiday fun with charity, supporting Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley through donations. Participants of all ages are invited to toss Christmas trees for distance, with prizes for top throws and a chance for children to join in with smaller trees. Giveaways and refreshments are available for attendees throughout the event, with special appearances by holiday favorites!

A $5 donation per throw is encouraged, and all contributions are welcomed. Donations can be made at the event or by mailing a check payable to Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley ℅ More Miles Automotive, 1458 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem, PA.

Join us for a lively day of festive competition and goodwill as we gather to give back to our community.

Donation Link: www.turningpointlv.org/get-involved/donate/

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/F4cnorkz4tmskU6g/

Christmas Tree Toss for Charity Returns to Bethlehem on December 15, 2018

Posted On November 27, 2018 By lvwithlove In Blog / No Comments

BETHLEHEM, PA (November 27, 2018) – The fun and festive Bethlehem Christmas Toss for Charity will be held on December 15 at 12 p.m. at More Miles Automotive, 1458 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem, PA.

The original event was first held in 2002 when then Meineke Car Care owner Peter Kearns challenged Mike DeCrosta, currently of More Miles Automotive, to a contest. The resulting yearly tradition became something of a bizarre, but wildly popular, way to celebrate the holiday season. Peter Kearns passed away in 2016.

The event originally ended in 2013 after Kearns retired, but was revived in 2015 at the behest of fans and former participants.

“Pete is the one who came up with this wonderful idea and made sure that it was always in the spirit of raising money for charity,” DeCrosta said. “We want to continue to honor him by holding the event in his name.”

More Miles Automotive, in conjunction with Lehigh Valley with Love Media, will host the ‘Peter Kearns Memorial Christmas Tree Toss’ with proceeds going to Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley. The public is encouraged to attend and throw Christmas trees for distance in an effort to not only raise money, but also to vie for prizes from Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub, Lehigh Valley Sports Tickets, Machs Gute Pub and Lehigh Pizza, among others.

Local dignitaries will also be invited to attend and participate in the event. More than 50 attendees threw Christmas trees a variety of distances last year, including children, who have their own mini tree to throw.

Donations of $5 per throw are encouraged. However, donations of all amounts are accepted and can be made in person at the event or by mailing a donation payable to Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley ℅ More Miles Automotive 1458 Stefko Blvd., Bethlehem, PA.

RSVP on the Facebook Event.

About Lehigh Valley with Love Media

Lehigh Valley with Love Media is a boutique, full-service digital, social, video, and marketing media firm located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. In addition to serving its clients with the latest in marketing strategies, Lehigh Valley with Love Media is also dedicated to organizing and operating charity events throughout the area.