A wonderful day was had by all who attended this cherished annual event! The spirit of the season was alive and well—even in the summer heat—as Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Grinch greeted seventy-seven joyful Riverbend children. Their smiles lit up the entire room, radiating the kind of joy only Christmas can bring.
We are so grateful to the many members who helped make this event a success:
Toy Donations:
Special thanks to Debbi Petenbrink, Judi, Stephani, and several anonymous members. Your generosity made Christmas come early for so many little ones.
50/50 Raffle:
A big thank-you to our winner, Stephanie, who graciously donated her winnings back to support our cause. What a beautiful act of kindness!
Decor & Setup:
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Maintenance Crew – for expertly handling the room setup.
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Terry Newlin – for decorating the overhead garland and lights and donating a fan to keep Santa cool!
Event Staff:
Huge thanks to Linda Zollars, Marge Neal, Joanne Padaletti, Carol Snider, Darlene Chilcoat, Kari Thompson, Alicia, Haley, Lexi Neal, Denise Fogle, Devin (aka the Grinch), Carolyn, Alyssa Chilcoat, and Angie Ireland. Your hard work, warmth, and teamwork brought this event to life—I truly couldn’t have done it without you.
Santa Claus:
To Troy Lamp, thank you for donning the red suit once again and bringing joy and magic to our July celebration. You make Santa feel real all year round, and we are forever grateful.
Food & Refreshments:
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Larry Cottle – thank you for the generous donation of hot dogs and condiments, helping us share a delicious meal together.
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Ada Freyer, Recreation – thank you for providing the drinks and snacks that kept everyone refreshed and happy.
We hope to see you again next year! Please consider us when shopping summer clearance or post-holiday toy sales—every donation, big or small, makes a difference. Our event is only possible because of the kindness and support from members like you.
A Quick Note:
This event is specially planned for children 10 and under, as noted in previous newsletters. We appreciate your understanding and continued support.