tions can then be dropped at the Central Fire Station for distribution at Sieda Dec . 18 . Extra donations can also be dropped at the fire station to be set out on a table for families that weren ’ t adopted to be chosen from . Sparky Claus also checks with Ottumwa Schools , Seton Catholic School , Ottumwa Christian School , Cardinal , and Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont for children in need of coats for the program to donate . Boxes of hats and gloves are also brought to each school . Watch for fundraisers to support that program . Tax-deductible donations can be made out to Sparky Claus and mailed to the Central Fire Station at 201 N . Wapello St ., Ottumwa , Iowa 52501 . deduction .
OSKALOOSA November 16-23 Operation Christmas Child
Samaritan ’ s Purse is calling on churches and families to pack shoebox gifts for Operation Christmas Child . Simply pack shoeboxes with school supplies , hygiene items and fun toys and bring them to a drop-off location during National Collection Week . Operation Christmas Child also offers an option to virtually pack a shoebox gift on their website . To learn more about how to pack a shoebox , find a drop off location , build a shoebox online and more , visit www . samaritanspurse . org / occ .
SPARKY CLAUS
PELLA November 1 to December 31
Annual Winter Gear Drive , Century 21 Signature Real Estate , 601 Franklin St ., Pella
Century 21 Signature Real Estate in Pella is partnering with Crossroads of Pella again this year as a drop-off station for their annual Winter Gear Drive . The community is welcome to drop off new or used coats , hats and gloves to help bring warmth of this Christmas season to others throughout Marion County .
Here at MCHC , we provide personalized care , social support , and a supportive environment while treating people with dignity , compassion , and respect .
Hospital .................................... 641-932-2134 Medical Clinic ......................... 641-932-7172 Outpatient Clinic ..................... 641-932-1678
6580 165th Street • Albia , IA 5253 www . mchalbia . com
“ This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer .”
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