By Julie Stone
Volunteer for the Month
Karen Gillespie has been selected as the Nackawic & Area Volunteer for December. Over the years, she has worn many hats: She operates a successful home business, is a Team Manager for Minor Hockey, has supported and organized the Miss Nackawic Pageant multiple times, is a committee member for the Festival on the Bend, and volunteers for the Big Axe Beer Festival each summer. Karen is an enthusiastic race car fan.
Thank you, Karen, for giving your time and service to our community.
Lunch Bucket
The next Lunch Bucket for Seniors deliveries will take place on Dec. 19. Volunteers go to the homes of vulnerable seniors twice a month with a freshly made lunch, a smile and a bit of time for a quick chat. Seniors say they look forward to the visit as it decreases loneliness and long days. Thanks to the Nackawic Area Wellness Group and the Lions Club for their dedication to the seniors in our communities.
Food Bank
The Western Valley Food Bank stops in Nackawic once a month. Volunteer drivers meet the truck and deliver food to those who have registered for the service in the Nackawic Millville Rural Community. To register, call 506-328-4417, or to volunteer as a delivery person, call Nancy Coy at 506-461-0803.
If you have non-perishable goods, gently used clothing or household goods you would like to donate to the Food Bank, you can leave those items at The Gathering Place. A special, clearly marked basket is located under the card table on the left, and the items are taken to the food truck when it makes its deliveries each month. So far, the basket has been full. Thank you to all for your generosity.
Ukulele Lessons in Millville
It is not only Tiny Tim (Tiptoe Through the Tulips) who can play the ukulele! If you are interested, Peter Sawatzky will teach you how to strum some favourite tunes on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in Millville. The cost of the lessons is $3 per session. Five people are needed to make the lessons viable, and you can pre-register by putting your name, phone number and the first $3 in an envelope and dropping it off at The Gathering Place (TGP). A drop box is located just outside the meeting room, and the TGP is open from 8 – 5 p.m. daily. E-mail nackawicareawellness@gmil.com if you are interested or have questions about this musical venture.
