Salvation Army prepares for holiday feast

BY RISA OLDFIELD

For many people Christmas is a time of celebration, but for others, this is not the most wonderful time of the year.

That's why so many agencies, business and individuals share their good fortune at holiday time.

The Salvation Army has been helping the less fortunate in Canada for 125 years. It will host its annual Christmas dinner in Sudbury Dec. 13.

David Carey, executive director, said the dinner brings Christmas alive for the less fortunate.

"I think having been here for two and a half years I've seen that … it does create for them a real kind of celebration environment … for many people it brings the whole spirit of Christmas alive for them."

The event represents what Christmas is all about, he said.

Anyone requiring a meal or assistance during the Christmas season is invited to the dinner. The number of people attending the dinner can vary. Some years as many as 300 people show up for a hot meal and some hospitality.

The Salvation Army Christmas dinner will be held  Dec. 13 starting at 5 pm at 146 Larch St.

People who would like to help at the Army's Christmas dinner, should phone Thelma Trahan at 673-1175.
Volunteers are always needed for cleaning up, setting up, and serving food.

"There's always a need for volunteers on the day of the (Christmas dinner)," Carey said.

For more information, phone 673-1175.