PAID ADVERTISEMENT Overly's Country Christmas, a timeless holiday tradition, opens Thursday, Nov. 19 But what can you expect desire to honor Stephanie, a woman who accomplished so much on behalf of the event and the community she loved. If we can provide Stephanie's ability to form nativity with live animals. our neighbors with some- Overly's will offer items for thing to look forward to groups, mentor young peo- purchase in a drive-through amidst all of 2020's turmoil and create even a fraction of the memories Stephanie could then we will make her proud, " Rettura said. To donate, memorial Originally, the Overly's want to remember to bring contributions can be made crew thought the obstacles their Christmas lists or let- to Overly's Country Christ- ters to Santa and drop them mas, 116 Blue Ribbon Lane, tion of Tomasic's passing in the mailbox. And parents Greensburg, PA 15601. Please note Stephanie To- masic memorial contribu- gather and enjoy each year. She brought passion, this year if you've never been to Overly's? Besides unwavering commitment the Christmas light dis- and energy to her projects. plays and the life size integrity, reliability and alliances with various ple and organize teams of fashion. Visitors can pur- volunteers on a non-profit chase their famous kettle budget made her a force to corn, delicious fudge and be reckoned with when it snacks as well as novelty came to community spirit. gift items. Children will created by a combina- and the pandemie meant Overly's might not be able camera. to open at all this year. won't want to forget their It takes a village to But, a core group of volun- make this happen, and the teers approached Rettura team at Overly's Country Christmas had more than "This event is bigger than enough cheer and spirit to tion in memo. The tradition continues! Join the fun beginning Thursday, November 19. Overly's is located at 116 Harry Overly or Stephanie overcome all the challenges Blue Ribbon Lane, Greens- burg at the Westmoreland "On behalf of our board County Fairgrounds. Gates are open from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Thursdays through Sundays until Dec 20, and daily then Dec. 21-Dec 30; Closed Thanksgiving, have to figure out a way to anie. She and Harry Overly Christmas Eve and Christ- mas Day. For additional details, visit Overlys.com or this amazing and dedicated find them on Facebook. in September and said A talking Christmas tree, with traditional features, a donkey named Edgar and more Christmas lights surprises along the way. than Clark Griswold's house are just some of the things you'll see at the times when the light dis- famous Overly's Coun- try Christmas, a classic holiday destination since 1956. Overly's is a family tradition deeply rooted in Westmoreland County This year's event will have area," Joyce Rettura, treas- of Overly's Country Christmas for 16 years, a retro feel of the old drive urer and board member of passed away in Juy. through display as it was in the early days, complete to offer our community a new displays and some "This year's event is a throwback to the early Tomasic. This is about our they faced this year. countless volunteers, our community and the high of directors, I am very risk families of terminally grateful to and so very proud of our dedicated team. We deeply miss our leader and friend, Steph- ill children who we serve. play was at Harry Overly's home. Entire families piled into their station wagons to drive past and marvel at the seasonal display unlike any other in our This is about more than just Christmas lights. We open and give us all some- thing to look forward to." With renewed focus, would be honored to have their legacy tended to by Stephanie Tomasic, former Executive Director Overly's and their group of group of individuals. An volunteers banded together. especially personal aspect this year is our heartfelt Overly's, said. "We wanted Covid-safe way to keep that They designed brand new memory making tradition alive." Covid was not the only challenge Overly's faced preparing for the holiday season. Sadly, Stephanie Tomasic, Executive Direc- tor of Overly's Country Christmas for 16 years, passed away in July Through Tomasie's tire- less leadership, Overly's increased fundraising and sense of humor and felt sponsorships, expanded displays and delivered lifetime memories and experiences for guests to displays, a longer driv- ing route, recreated some nostalgic exhibits from the past and assembled a cast of surprise visitors to stroll through Christmas Village greeting guests from a safe distance. With every stake they pounded and light they set, the Overly's team saw Stephanie's twinkling blue eyes, heard her quirky TORE her presence as she worked tirelessly alongside them in spirit. PAID ADVERTISEMENT Overly's Country Christmas, a timeless holiday tradition, opens Thursday, Nov. 19 But what can you expect desire to honor Stephanie, a woman who accomplished so much on behalf of the event and the community she loved. If we can provide Stephanie's ability to form nativity with live animals. our neighbors with some- Overly's will offer items for thing to look forward to groups, mentor young peo- purchase in a drive-through amidst all of 2020's turmoil and create even a fraction of the memories Stephanie could then we will make her proud, " Rettura said. To donate, memorial Originally, the Overly's want to remember to bring contributions can be made crew thought the obstacles their Christmas lists or let- to Overly's Country Christ- ters to Santa and drop them mas, 116 Blue Ribbon Lane, tion of Tomasic's passing in the mailbox. And parents Greensburg, PA 15601. Please note Stephanie To- masic memorial contribu- gather and enjoy each year. She brought passion, this year if you've never been to Overly's? Besides unwavering commitment the Christmas light dis- and energy to her projects. plays and the life size integrity, reliability and alliances with various ple and organize teams of fashion. Visitors can pur- volunteers on a non-profit chase their famous kettle budget made her a force to corn, delicious fudge and be reckoned with when it snacks as well as novelty came to community spirit. gift items. Children will created by a combina- and the pandemie meant Overly's might not be able camera. to open at all this year. won't want to forget their It takes a village to But, a core group of volun- make this happen, and the teers approached Rettura team at Overly's Country Christmas had more than "This event is bigger than enough cheer and spirit to tion in memo. The tradition continues! Join the fun beginning Thursday, November 19. Overly's is located at 116 Harry Overly or Stephanie overcome all the challenges Blue Ribbon Lane, Greens- burg at the Westmoreland "On behalf of our board County Fairgrounds. Gates are open from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Thursdays through Sundays until Dec 20, and daily then Dec. 21-Dec 30; Closed Thanksgiving, have to figure out a way to anie. She and Harry Overly Christmas Eve and Christ- mas Day. For additional details, visit Overlys.com or this amazing and dedicated find them on Facebook. in September and said A talking Christmas tree, with traditional features, a donkey named Edgar and more Christmas lights surprises along the way. than Clark Griswold's house are just some of the things you'll see at the times when the light dis- famous Overly's Coun- try Christmas, a classic holiday destination since 1956. Overly's is a family tradition deeply rooted in Westmoreland County This year's event will have area," Joyce Rettura, treas- of Overly's Country Christmas for 16 years, a retro feel of the old drive urer and board member of passed away in Juy. through display as it was in the early days, complete to offer our community a new displays and some "This year's event is a throwback to the early Tomasic. This is about our they faced this year. countless volunteers, our community and the high of directors, I am very risk families of terminally grateful to and so very proud of our dedicated team. We deeply miss our leader and friend, Steph- ill children who we serve. play was at Harry Overly's home. Entire families piled into their station wagons to drive past and marvel at the seasonal display unlike any other in our This is about more than just Christmas lights. We open and give us all some- thing to look forward to." With renewed focus, would be honored to have their legacy tended to by Stephanie Tomasic, former Executive Director Overly's and their group of group of individuals. An volunteers banded together. especially personal aspect this year is our heartfelt Overly's, said. "We wanted Covid-safe way to keep that They designed brand new memory making tradition alive." Covid was not the only challenge Overly's faced preparing for the holiday season. Sadly, Stephanie Tomasic, Executive Direc- tor of Overly's Country Christmas for 16 years, passed away in July Through Tomasie's tire- less leadership, Overly's increased fundraising and sense of humor and felt sponsorships, expanded displays and delivered lifetime memories and experiences for guests to displays, a longer driv- ing route, recreated some nostalgic exhibits from the past and assembled a cast of surprise visitors to stroll through Christmas Village greeting guests from a safe distance. With every stake they pounded and light they set, the Overly's team saw Stephanie's twinkling blue eyes, heard her quirky TORE her presence as she worked tirelessly alongside them in spirit.