Come join Cocos Cocoa for sick kids every Saturday and Sunday till December 21st at 31 Erickson drive in Whitby and help support the sick kids' foundation

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This marks their 8th instalment of the coat drive. Since 2017, they have collected over 1000 coats for the more vulnerable in our community. Once again, they are collecting winter coats and items of clothing to help those in need in our local community keep warm this winter. they will be collecting coats and warm clothing until Sunday December 8th. All coats will be professionally cleaned courtesy of Carriage Trade Cleaning Centre prior to distribution throughout Oshawa and Clarington.

How You Can Help

1. Donate Gently Used Coats: they're accepting new or gently used coats in all sizes – from children’s to adults. Warm jackets, coats, scarves, hats, and gloves are all welcome!
2. Spread the Word: Share this post with friends, family, and coworkers. The more people who know about the drive, the more coats we can collect,.

Drop-off Locations & Dates

They've partnered with several local businesses and organizations to make it easy for you to drop off your donations:

1. Carriage Trade Cleaners: 932 Simcoe Street N., Oshawa
2. Oshawa YMCA: 99 Mary Street N., Oshawa

Alternatively,they would be happy to arrange for pickup of any donations by calling (905) 242-0419.

The 5th annual Help Our Neighbour Community Food Drive in support of the Operation Scugog Food Bank will be held on Saturday, November 30th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. 

Help us restock the shelves at the Operation Scugog food bank.  Volunteers will collect donated non-perishable food items, baby needs, personal care products, gift cards or financial donations at one of the following locations:

Scugog Arena Parking Lot - 1655 Reach Street

Port Perry Foodland Parking Lot - 278 Queen Street

Vos Your Independent Grocer Parking Log - 1893 Scugog Street

Port Perry Food Basics Parking Lot - 1894 Scugog Street

Immediately following all donations will be delivered to Operation Scugog Food Bank.

How to Help?

DONATE – drop off a donation on Saturday, November 30th!

SPREAD THE WORD – tell your friends, neighbours or post on your social media!

VOLUNTEER – Volunteer at one of the donation points for an hour or the whole day! Please contact the event lead Christopher Lazure by email at DD70@ontariokofc.ca.

Come do some shopping & Take a picture with Santa.

Come join us at the Court of Pringle Creek, 3975 Anderson Rd Whitby, on Saturday November 30th for our annual Christmas Bazaar. We have vendors selling everything from clothing, jewelry, baked goods, resin creations, home decor, jams, honeys, and much more. Free Entry!! We cannot wait to see you!

Get Ready for a Spectacular Musical Event! 

Join the Music4Life String Orchestra for an unforgettable Celebration Concert on Saturday, November 30th, 2024!

Prepare to be captivated by uplifting rhythms, festive melodies and incredible harmonies, featuring special guests, Countermeasure, Canada's multi-award-winning a cappella sensation! This is a performance you don’t want to miss—perfect for kicking off the holiday season! 

Doors open at 2:00 pm
Showtime: 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Forest Brook Community Church, 60 Kearney Dr, Ajax, ON
Stick around for a reception afterward!

Advanced Tickets: General: $25, Seniors (65+): $20

At the door: all tickets $25

Grab your tickets today at https://www.music4lifeensemble.ca/events/celebration-concert

Group discounts & special Orchestra Supporter Tickets are available—email us at info@Music4LifeEnsemble.ca for more details!

Let’s celebrate the magic of music together! #CelebrationConcert #Music4LifeEnsemble #CountermeasureLive #HolidayVibes #SupportTheArts

It's ON! Hockey Night in Port Perry is at the Scugog Arena on Saturday, November 30th, 2024! It's an exciting hockey event in support of Oak Ridges Hospice!

We are asking people to raise funds to play in an all star hockey game with the likes of Eric Lindros, Shayne Corson, Angela James, and Geraldine Heaney, with more names to be announced. All proceeds support Oak Ridges Hospice, the only hospice residence in Durham Region, providing end-of-life care at no cost. 

Players can pay or fundraise to secure their spot on the ice, while spectators can purchase tickets to cheer on their favourite stars. The event features a professional announcer, intermission games, and an exclusive VIP reception with a Q&A panel, making it a must-attend experience for the whole community.