The Christmas Chocolate Fair 2008
On Saturday 13th December, SI Grange-over-Sands held a Christmas Chocolate Fair in the Victoria Hall, organised by our Programme Action Officer, Emilia Giffney and many hard-working volunteers behind the scenes as well as on the day itself. The day, although wet proved to be hugely successful with a steady stream of visitors enticed by the smell of chocolate and the opportunity to support Shelterbox. Shelterbox provides humanitarian aid in the form of unique “Shelterboxes” which have inside a 10 man tent and other essential supplies for an extended family to survive for at least six months. This charity, supported by Rotary International, has provided emergency aid for over half a million people in more than 40 countries. Each box costs £490 and our aim was to raise enough money for two. The event raised £1700 which was a wonderful surprise.
There were plenty of activities for families to take part in, games and craft stalls, storytelling, refreshments and not forgetting Father Christmas who was very busy all day. The chocolate fountain and box decorating were very popular and visitors were splendidly entertained throughout the day by members of Cartmel Music Centre. The pictures give a flavour of the day.