Christmas is almost here

Well last night the men and women of the Shelters had one of the nicest suppers I have ever seen. The Maryville Heritage Centre was beautifully decorated and everyone was really in for a lovely meal and no one was disappointed. Our resident Chef, with the help of some volunteers, served up roast beef, glazed ham, meat pies, garlic mashed potatoes, carrots and peas. For dessert there was apple and pumpkin pie along with ginger bread with whip cream. My heart was filled with joy when many of the guests commented that this was one of the best dinners they had ever had. This is the start of a new tradition for the Shelters. Las but not least, I want to thank all the volunteers for all their hard work and a special thanks to Karen and her family for all the gift bags for the residents.

BUY-A-NIGHTS

Just one more day left for the buy-a-night sales. We are at the Boyce Market from 7:00 to 13:00. You will be able to find us inside. We are also at the Regent Mall from opening to close.

From all of us at the Shelters we want to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas and wish you all the best in the upcoming new year.

Christmas at Shelters

Well Christmas is quickly approaching and it is quite a busy time at the Shelters. The residents of Fredericton are very giving at this time of year and it is greatly appreciated. Our Buy-A-Night Campaign is 'hitting it's stride' and the volunteers are very busy trying to keep up. On Friday, the employees of KPMG graciously offered to help us out at our multiple Buy-A-Night locations. A big thank you goes out to them. Please watch for our tables at both the Regent and Kings Place Malls and the Boyce Market and if you can't find us there please give me a call at the Shelter.

One thing that is very near and dear to my heart is our upcoming Christmas Supper. Last week, Peter, a current resident at the Men's Shelter, came in to see me and asked what I thought about him cooking a dinner for the Men and Women at the Shelters. Peter is a certified chef so I jumped right on this one. What a great idea, one of the residents wanting to try give his friends a little gift during this season. Everything has fallen together and we are charging towards the finish line. Many of the items on our grocery list has been donated however we are still looking for 20lbs of potatoes, frozen peas and 6 dozen dinners rolls. Please give me a call (462-9806) if you are able to help out with any of these items.