Christmas in Eubank
As a dedicated Eubank Firefighter of seven years that has helped with the Christmas Cabin that is located in Eubank at the City Park, I feel that " The Christmas Cabin " fosters community interaction in several ways, by providing a welcoming space for shared activities and charitable efforts during the holiday season.
This event relies on volunteers for decorating, advertising, and running the event. It serves as a specific central location for neighbors, people coming from surrounding counties to meet, interact, and enjoy holiday activities like visiting Santa, seeing elves( and) other characters, and enjoying treats. This effort brings people together to work towards a common goal.
" The Christmas Cabin " serves as a plot device that brings people together, enabling them to interact and work together, ultimately strengthening their relationship and sense of belonging to a community.
The satisfaction of helping to organize or contribute to this comes from a deep sense of purpose, personal growth, and the joy of trying to make a positive impact on others ' lives. Knowing that our actions help make the holiday season brighter for others brings joy and fulfilment.
For many, the primary motivation is the chance to give back to the community and help those in need, creating a positive ripple effect of goodwill and kindness that enhances the well-being of all involved.
The most satisfaction I get out of all of it is seeing the kids smile, hearing their laughter, and even receiving hugs!
Iris Todd
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I have been able to help the Eubank Volunteer Fire Department for the past four years. This has been one of the best events that the fire department does. It is such a joy to see the faces of the little ones as they see Mr. & Mrs. Santa. Some of the small children just can ' t take their eyes off Santa. CHildren under 10 will receive a small gift, a cookie, and hot chocolate or hot cider. Everyone, including adults, has a choice of hot chocolate, coffee, or hot cider.
We, the fire department, put up thousands of lights in the park every year. This turns the park into a magical wonderland for people to walk the paths and look at. It is amazing what the park can turn into. We have had people from the young to the old just to come and walk under the magical lights of Christmas. We have people from other counties and other states to come and visit the park and the
Christmas c abin. They make this a yearly event that they come to. The cabin will be decorated in a family-friendly atmosphere with Mr. Santa & Mrs. Santa sitting near the tree. You can have your picture made with them or just sit on their lap and tell them what you want for Christmas. We also encourage families to bring their pets to see Santa. Their pets can have their picture made also. This is a time for giving, and we try to give to the community to help them have a merry Christmas. We know that this is the only Christmas that some families may have, so we try to make it special for them.
Stella Rutheford Firefighter # 404
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