Calgary shelters preparing to serve holiday dinners this Christmas weekend yyc
The Mustard Seed will begin Christmas Day, serving an omelette breakfast and distributing backpacks stuffed with items from a donation drive. On Sunday evening, approximately 350 guests will receive a traditional Christmas dinner around 6 p.m.Sign up to receive daily headline news from the Calgary Herald, a division of Postmedia Network Inc.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
Millar said many people associate the holidays with spending time with families, something many of their clients aren’t able to do. He said it’s important for agencies to try to bridge that gap.Article content “We have programming going on throughout the season. Activities like bingo and cookie decorating and choirs,” said Millar. “So, providing some entertainment and Christmas atmosphere.”
Meanwhile, Alpha House is preparing to serve a Christmas lunch to its clients. The shelter is decorated and staff have been putting together stockings over the past several weeks with community donations.ach client will receive a stocking on Christmas as well. Stockings include things like basic hygiene items, toothbrush and paste, lip balm, deodorant, etc., toque, socks, and some chocolate and/or candy,” said Alpha House spokeswoman Shaundra Bruvall.
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