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lumbus and Transitional Living-Breaking Cycles , our children will be safe , acknowledged and cared for . Even Sysco is eager to give food in large quantities to help support our homeless youth .

Giving souls like these folks deserve our thanks and gratitude . Due to their generosity , the ongoing hard work of the Cypress Branch of Boys & Girls Aid can continue to bring joy to children during these most difficult times . So , enjoy the holidays , join us for our virtual Luncheon / Zoom meeting , Friday , Dec . 18 , at 11:30 a . m . and revel in the love that unites us all . Eat hardy , love abundantly , but be careful with the catnip .

To learn more about the Cypress Branch of Boys & Girls Aid here in Charbonneau , please go to www . cypressonline . org . If you ’ d like to learn more about the work of Boys & Girls Aid , please visit our website at www . boysandgirlsaid . org .

By KIM HOSFORD

Charbonneau Sharing begins Dec . 1

We all know this holiday season is going to be a challenge for many in our community who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic , wildfires , loss of employment , etc .

For the past several years , Charbonneau has donated toys to Toy & Joy / Compassion in Action of Clackamas County . This year , the toy distribution center is going to be operating very differently because of CO- VID-19 . The organization is asking donors to consider giving gift cards from local businesses rather than toys . This way , the families can obtain items themselves while supporting local businesses . Of course , it is still acceptable to give toys as in the

past . It is so easy to participate ! Beginning Dec . 1 , here is what you do :

� Bring a gift card ( preferred ) or unwrapped toy , to the Charbonneau clubhouse during business hours ( Monday-Friday from 9 a . m . to 5 p . m .)

� Do this between Dec . 1 and Dec . 17 .

� We will deliver the donated items to the collection site .

Charbonneau is a very generous , caring community and we are looking forward to spreading some more of that Charbonneau spirit to the greater community .

Cupcake decorating class for the holidays

Looking for a fun way to create a tasty treat for the holidays ? Come to the clubhouse Thursday , Dec . 17 , at 2 p . m ., for a cupcake decorating class taught by Kelly from Sprinkles of Joy Bakery . She will be instructing you on how to use a frosting piping bag and work with fondant ( an edible sugar dough ) for making your own wreath out of cupcakes . This hour and a half class is just $ 25 and

all supplies will be provided . After the class , you can take your wreath home with you to share with friends and family . Register for this class in the CCC office . Space is limited .

Red Cross Blood Drive

By donating blood , you are actively making a difference in your community , allowing patients to receive cancer treatment , surgery and the gift of life in the case of an accident or a medical emergency . Your blood donation provides units of blood products that are promised to hospitals .

� Drive date : Tuesday , Dec . 22

� Blood Drive hours : Noon to 5 p . m .

� To schedule your appointment or for more information , please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit www . redcrossblood . org ; Sponsor Code : Charbonneau

Thank you for your support of the American Red Cross .

Here is wishing you and yours a holiday season filled with hope , love and caring hearts .