Last year's inaugural 'Festival of Trees' on the Clinton square was a huge hit and organizers hope to bring back the event this year.

Melissa Morris owns 'Sweet Mae's Ice Cream Shoppe' and she and State Farm agent Nate Ennis were instrumental in starting the popular holiday event last year. At the Tuesday night Clinton City Council meeting, she told the Council she was very pleased with the participation of the first year.

The City of Clinton supported organizers last year with a financial contribution and Morris is requesting funding again this year. With costs to get the organization and event established still outstanding, she is asking for a $3,000 contribution this year. 

 The organization is hoping for more attractions for the kickoff event on December 14. Morris is hoping for music food and drinks again this year.

Morris says her end goal is to offer something fun for the community to have during the holidays.