By Ms. E. Okomoto, WPGA Parent

The Loonie Sale is coming and our holiday workshop is in need of donations to make the sale a merry one for all.

We will put you on the “nice” list if you would please donate ALMOST NEW ITEMS to our sale from the categories below.
From Mom to Grandpa to baby sister, it is our goal to collect gifts for every person on a holiday list.

• books in good condition (art, decor, sports, parenting, current events, newer fiction)
• DVDs / CDs (please no VHS or cassettes)
• jewelry & cufflinks
• games & puzzles (please ensure they are complete)
• ties & scarves
• kitchen gadgets
• toys in good condition (sorry, NO stuffed animals, etc.)
• home decor: candles, picture frames,
• NEW personal care items: bubble bath, fragrance, wrapped soaps
• misc: golf balls, tees, swag, wine gadgets

This annual event is very meaningful to our children as it gives them the opportunity to shop for their family members and loved ones without the prying eyes of parents. To see a child’s eyes light up when he or she has found the “perfect gift” is priceless.

We know the holiday season is fast approaching and free time is scarce, but any near-new donation would be a tremendous contribution to the children’s shopping experience. Items can be brought to the junior school office lobby area or directly outside of the PVG room until Wednesday, December 9th.

Should you like to volunteer your time for this heart-warming event (and grab a friend to take with you), please contact Eileen Okamoto at ejokamoto@shaw.ca or look for sign-up sheets in the junior school lobby this week.

The Loonie Sale will be set up on Wednesday, December 9th and occur on Thursday, December 10th and Friday, December 11th for Grades Pre-K to 5. Proceeds of the Loonie Sale will support the KidsSafe program, so put on those jingle bells and get into the spirit of giving!