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local committee smash target for
a brighter christmas
in our last is sue we featured the
fan tastic efforts of the ste warton
christmas lights fundr aising team, led
by donn a mcc ulloch. donna had been
saddened by the lack of festive lights
in our town's st ree ts and vowed to do
some thin g abou t it. in this is sue we are
delighted to announce that their targe t
has not only been me t, b u t e xceeded!
There has been various events organised to help
the fund including a 'dress as you please' day at
Nether Robertland Primary, a couple of music
and cabaret events, a sponsored walk and a bag
packing weekend at Sainsbury's.
Nether Robertland also donated the proceeds
of their gala day raffle and lots of money was
raised through collection tins in various shops
throughout the town.
This has all been achieved with just four
members so the team are seeking more people to
join the committee. Donna says, 'It has been a
lot of hard work but totally worth it!'
If you like to join the committee please email:
[email protected]
If you would like to make a donation please
get in touch or you can pay directly into the
Stewarton Christmas Lights fundraising
committee account:
Sort code 80-22-60
Account 13628865
Bank of Scotland
The team had an initial target of £7,500 to buy
27 lights which has now been exceeded with
donations still coming in.
There will be 28 lights going up throughout the
town from Lainshaw Street, Main Street, High
Street, Rigg Street, Vennel and Avenue Square.
The committee hope to continue fundraising
next year and extend their display to include
cross street displays and a focal Christmas tree.
The lights will be on for the Yuletide night on
Thursday 3rd December.
Donna adds, 'We have been totally
overwhelmed at all the public support and
donations received. We hope you will all
enjoy the town's first Christmas display in
over 8 years and we wish everyone and
their families and Merry Christmas and
look forward to a fantastic new year.'
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