

Angel Trees a giving opportunity
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The Angel Tree at the BBVA Compass bank contains gift tags each listing a child’s Christmas wishes. Idyllwild residents are encouraged to make a local child happy this Christmas by selecting one of the tags. Gifts may be brought to the HELP Center. The center has another Angel Tree available at Fairway Market with tags for a total of 62 children. The BBVA Angel Tree was set up by, from left, Peyton Manchee, Colleen Meyer, Caden Meyer, Brynnley Meyer and Laura Swanson. Photo by Cid Castillo

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