Members and Directors of the Mackinac Bands will be
circulating throughout the eastern Northern Michigan
communities for the purpose of obtaining donations and
volunteers to provide a Christmas party for our needy
children.
This year will be one of the most difficult times for many
families with high gas prices having an impact on every
aspect of our lives. The economy is at the lowest level
that many of us have ever experienced. Jobs are at a
premium, even those that pay only minimum wage are hard to
come by.
There are so many of us that have much to share with those
that have little or nothing. Imagine what it would be like
to wonder what you will feed your children for dinner when
the cupboard is bare. How do you explain to a child that
Santa Claus is broke this year and had to layoff all the
elves? No matter how little you can do, it is better than
nothing at all.
What can you give up to provide a small toy or a pair of
mittens to a child? Can you forego your favorite lunch at
a fast food restaurant just once? How about one less twelve
pack of your favorite beverage and do you really need that
pizza delivery? How many new items of clothing did you
purchase this year and how many more do you plan to buy
before Christmas? Can you make one purchase for a child
that would sure love a new pair of pajamas? Have any
sewing talents? How about those simple to make fleece
blankets that any child would love to wrap up in and keep
warm this winter.
The point is, there is a lot we can give up or contribute
to help another.
Anyone wishing to donate or volunteer can contact
me, Lynne Weaver, at 906-440-7099 and leave a message
with your name and contact information or email me at
weaver977@yahoo.com.
Further details will be announced at a later date.
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