The amount that was turned in from the Pringle Can summer fundraiser to date is $770.95. Not all of the cans that were taken in the Spring have been returned, so if you have a Pringle Can at home with your change in it, please bring it or give it to Gladys or any member of the Ways & Means Committee as soon as possible.
Our last fundraiser was a very successful roast beef dinner that was held on November 2nd. We made a profit of $1820.00. There were enough donations made by members of the congregation to cover the cost of the groceries, which was a tremendous help. A few notes were made following the dinner on quantities to buy or make for our next dinner, i.e. throw a few more potatoes in the pot, cook more turnips, make more gravy, don’t let Angus drain the peas, etc., and hopefully there will be enough food left for the crew who worked so hard dishing up, serving, cleaning up, doing dishes or whatever anyone did on that day. We received many great compliments on the meal and the desserts. There is a new member on the W & M Committee this year who is a keeper in the kitchen - no names mentioned but he is tall, has grey hair and works at a car dealership, and there are a couple of other members who are great potato peelers. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed in any way - without your support this annual event would not take place and it is truly appreciated.
Ruth MacRae
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