City of Martinsville issued the following announcement on Oct. 30.
The Martinsville Santa’s Helpers will hold a fundraising turkey dinner and auction
on Saturday, December 1. The event will be held at the Martinsville Township
Community Building. Dinner will be served from 4:30 – 6:30 pm and will include turkey
and dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans, noodles, rolls, dessert and tea or coffee.
The auction featuring quality items donated by area businesses and individuals, will
begin immediately following the dinner. Tickets are $8.00 in advance and $8.50 at the
door. Advance tickets may be purchased at Martinsville First Mid Bank, Casey State
Bank, Martinsville Branch or by calling 217-382-4979.
Donations of items for the auction or desserts for the dinner may be brought to
the Township Building any time before 3:00 pm on the 1st.
Santa’s Helpers work to provide school clothing, winter coats and boots and
tennis shoes for children, ages birth through senior year in high school, who live in the
Martinsville school district. They also help to coordinate distribution of Christmas gifts
provided by community members to children who might not otherwise have a visit from
Santa Claus. The group has also provided health and hygiene supplies for children and
school supplies for Martinsville teachers, among other endeavors.
If you know of a family that would appreciate assistance in providing a winter
coat or Christmas gift to their child or children, please phone 217-382-4979 before
November 25.
Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this fundraising event. If you have
any questions, please contact Rebecca Schiver at the number listed above. Santa’s
Helpers thank you for your support.
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