MISSION SENIORS A monthly guide to events, resources and services for Mission Seniors
November 2014
Getting into the
HOLIDAY
Spirit
Mission Healthcare Auxiliary volunteers Marie (left) and Justine helped set up The Cottage Thrift Store on First Avenue for the Christmas season. The holiday season is just around the corner. Millions of people around the world will be celebrating Christmas with family and friends, and will be thinking about others in their community a little bit more. Whether it’s writing greeting cards, decorating your home, or humming a holiday tune, everyone has their own unique way of getting into the Christmas spirit. In Mission, traces of the holiday can be seen on colourful wreaths on doors and bright lights that shine in the night. There are numerous special events throughout the community to celebrate the occasion. Lifetime Learning Centre Society is hosting a Christmas Tea on Dec. 3. This annual event is open to everyone and runs from 1 to 3 p.m. The cost to attend is by donation. There will be a Christmas Dinner on Dec. 17 at Lifetime Learning Centre Society, 32444 Seventh Avenue. There will be turkey and all the fixings.
The lunch runs from 12 to 2 p.m. Volunteers are needed for both events. If you would like to help, or for more information call 604-820-0220. Christmas events at Chartwell Cedarbrook Chateau run throughout December. There are crafting events on numerous days and there will be carolling in the courtyard on Dec. 14. Everyone is welcome. St. Paul’s Presbyterian Youth Choir will sing for residents on Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. Some give back to their community by volunteering their time. At The Cottage Thrift Store, run by the Mission Healthcare Auxiliary, volunteers have already decorated the shop and lined the shelves with Christmas ornaments, outfits, and unique gifts for people on your list. Mission Community Services Society’s Christmas Bureau is also in need of volunteers. If you can help, call 604-826-3634.
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