GEORGETOWN BEARD CLUB
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Creating Change One Whisker at a Time
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he GBC was conceived in 2015 as a way for community-minded guys to improve the often-negative image the public holds of bearded men. From there they morphed into a more charity-oriented organization dedicated to serving in any way they could, but always with an irreverent, fun-loving style.
WHAT THEY DO The GBC is dedicated to filling needs in the community. Sometimes they volunteer for other organizations but they also create signature fundraisers and activities to raise money for organizations and people in need. Quite often, their goal is simply to get people out in the community and working together for public service. Members are sometimes recommended by local justices of the peace to provide community service hours for juveniles. One young person, having completed his service hours, realized he had developed a passion for helping and stayed with the group even after meeting his requirements. He went on to get an internship with a government entity and was kind enough to write a letter to the judge in praise of the GBC's efforts. This year, the club is pleased to have partnered with others in the community to bring back the Community 36
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Thanksgiving dinner at the Community Center in San Gabriel Park. They are also happy to count the biggest name of the holiday season, Santa Phil Gingras, among their members. Santa brings out the best in people all year long but especially during the holiday season.
HOW YOU CAN HELP If you haven’t already done so, the GBC asks readers to consider donating to the Community Thanksgiving campaign or the general fund, which gives them flexibility to share funds with a variety of charitable causes. For those interested in volunteering, the GBC has been cleaning the Square on Saturday mornings— weather permitting—for a little over three years now. Anyone with work gloves and a positive attitude may join them and stay for breakfast tacos at Mikey V’s Tacos on the Square afterward.
Georgetown Beard Club Holiday Events Saturdays at 8am at Lamppost Coffee 11/23 Community Thanksgiving at the Georgetown Community Center 11/24 Lighting of the Square with Santa 12/2 Christmas Stroll Parade and Santa’s Village 12/16 Christmas Caroling on the Square
