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Hi ya'll!! We are gearing up for the holiday season and are looking to donate our time and efforts to
Operation Christmas Child
. allison sprock fine art cordially invites you to join us for coffee and biscotti or limeade and a treat
Tuesday, November 15th
9:30am-12:30pm
OR
3:30pm-5pm
whichever
time is more convent for you.
In preparation for the shoe boxes, please bring age and gender appropriate toys, supplies, and necessities. Plus $7 for shipping.
Some suggested items for the shoe boxes are included below:
School Supplies: pens, pencils and sharpeners, crayons, markers, notebooks, paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, other school supplies.
Non-liquid Hygiene Items: toothbrushes, bar soap, combs, washcloths.
Accessories: T-shirts, socks, hats, sunglasses, hair clips, jewelry, watches, flashlights with extra batteries,
Toys: Soccer ball with pump, Stuffed animal, Toys (puppets, trucks, etc.), Doll (baby, Barbie, etc.), Musical instrument, yo-yos, jump ropes, balls, toys that light up and make noise with extra batteries, etc.
Candy specification
s: During 2016, the following types of candy can be included in shoebox gifts: hard candy, gummy bears, caramels, taffy, and gum-as long as its expiration date is at least six months after National Collection Week: Nov. 14-21, 2016. Starting in 2017, no type of candy can be included in shoebox gifts.
Toothpaste specifications: Toothpaste can be included this year as long as its expiration date is at least six months after National Collection Week: Nov. 14-21, 2016. Starting in 2017, toothpaste cannot be included in shoebox gifts, but a child's oral hygiene can still be improved by regular use of a toothbrush alone.
Please don't forget to include that WOW item, as for the majority of these kids, this box is the only thing they will receive. Age groups will include: 2-4, 5-9, and 10-14. Our interns will be attending to assist any volunteers. We look forward to your visit with us and appreciate and donation made!
We wish everyone a very happy holiday season!
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