The Damien Mitten Trees have already begun popping up at various locations around Detroit Lakes. A total of 19 trees are being sponsored this year, with donations of mittens, gloves, hats, scarves and other warm winter gear being accepted through Dec. 19, for distribution to area school children and others in need this holiday season.
The Damien Mitten Tree project has been going strong every holiday season in Detroit Lakes since 1966. This year's project has trees going up in 17 different locations around town, with donations being accepted from now through Monday, Dec. 20.