Trees with pizzazz

Have you chosen a theme for your Christmas tree besides "Get it decorated before the chubby guy arrives"? Inspiration is just miles away in Methuen at the Festival of Trees, where themes for more than 200 indoor beauties include "Barbie & Friends Christmas," "Christmas at Tiffany's," and "The Hokey Pokey Tree." If you find a must-have, enter the raffle to take one home. Puppet shows are today at 4 and 6 p.m.; magic shows are tomorrow at 1 and 3 p.m. Check the site for more events. Today from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Through Dec. 6). $8, free under 12 (free for seniors this weekend). Valley Office Park, 13 Branch St., Methuen. 978-685-8878. www.methuenfestivaloftrees.com