So I've come back to a madhouse!
Entries are coming in thick and fast for our Santa Run! It should be a really fun day, so if you're interested in running round Alexandra Park in your very own Santa suit then call me on 0161 624 9984 as soon as possible.
And speaking of Santa... I'm passing on all your letter requests to him, and he tells me he'll be sending them out shortly. So if you've asked for a letter from Santa for someone it will be on its way soon! If you would like Santa to send a letter to someone you know, big or small, then get in touch.
I don't really have time to take a breath at the moment, so this is quite a short post. Don't forget our Light up a Life service on 6th December at 7.30pm. See you all soon!
Friday 20 November 2009
Tuesday 10 November 2009
Running Santas
I am off for a long overdue holiday tomorrow! Not that I'm going anywhere exciting or exotic - the furthest away I'll be heading is the lovely countryside of Warwickshire to see my family for my birthday. But that will be nice. And I need a bit of a rest after all the excitement over the last few weeks...
Entry is now open for our Santa Run - this will take place on Sunday 13th December, starting at 11am, at Alexandra Park, Oldham, OL8 2BH. Entry is just £10 for adults, £5 for children, and includes your very own Santa suit and medal! There will also be mulled wine, mince pies, and general fun and games afterwards. So please download an order form from www.drkershawshospice.org.uk or call us on 0161 624 9984. Well, call the Appeals team. I won't be here, at least for the next few days!
Santa is getting lots of orders for his letters, so make sure you get your order in quick if you'd like him to write to a special boy or girl this Christmas! Again, you can download the form from our website, or call us.
We are also raffling a beautiful old-fashioned rocking horse - this would make the most amazing Christmas present. For more information, call Cheryl on 0161 624 9984.
Right, I am signing off... need to try to tidy my desk before I leave... Or at least make my desk visible so people don't trip over it while I'm away! See you all next week!
Entry is now open for our Santa Run - this will take place on Sunday 13th December, starting at 11am, at Alexandra Park, Oldham, OL8 2BH. Entry is just £10 for adults, £5 for children, and includes your very own Santa suit and medal! There will also be mulled wine, mince pies, and general fun and games afterwards. So please download an order form from www.drkershawshospice.org.uk or call us on 0161 624 9984. Well, call the Appeals team. I won't be here, at least for the next few days!
Santa is getting lots of orders for his letters, so make sure you get your order in quick if you'd like him to write to a special boy or girl this Christmas! Again, you can download the form from our website, or call us.
We are also raffling a beautiful old-fashioned rocking horse - this would make the most amazing Christmas present. For more information, call Cheryl on 0161 624 9984.
Right, I am signing off... need to try to tidy my desk before I leave... Or at least make my desk visible so people don't trip over it while I'm away! See you all next week!
Monday 2 November 2009
Creative Anarchy and Letters from Santa
I love my job! I saw an article recently that described fundraising as 'creative anarchy'. That sounds about right. Today I have been talking to the Sweetmeister, collecting bags of toy stuffing, and in negotiations with Santa Claus!
The toy stuffing is for our crafts group, The Crafty Cuppa, which will be meeting at the hospice on the second and fourth Thursday of the month, beginning on 12th November. It will be an informal skills-share for any craft, where you can learn new skills, pass your wisdom onto others, and have a cup of tea and a natter! A suggested donation of £2 is all they ask!
The Sweetmeister (possibly the best job title in all the world!) has arranged for a special promotion at the Happy Sweet Shop, an online, traditional sweet shop selling delicious old-fashioned sweets. If you're looking for Christmas presents, stocking fillers, or just to treat yourself on the cold winter nights, check out the fab range at http://www.happysweetshop.co.uk/ . When buying, use the voucher code DRKER182 and not only will you get a 10% discount, but they will also donate 10% of the sale to Dr. Kershaw's Hospice! What better excuse to indulge!
And possibly the most exciting news of all... I have been speaking to Santa! The man himself! And I can tell you that he is lovely! He has agreed, despite his very busy schedule at this time of year, to write letters to some lucky boys and girls, in exchange for a donation of £3 to Dr. Kershaw's Hospice (or £5 for 2 letters). If you would like to request a letter from Santa, email me at allegra@drkershawshospice.org.uk or phone me on 0161 624 9984. I will be answering to the name of 'the Dr. Kershaw's Christmas Elf'!
The toy stuffing is for our crafts group, The Crafty Cuppa, which will be meeting at the hospice on the second and fourth Thursday of the month, beginning on 12th November. It will be an informal skills-share for any craft, where you can learn new skills, pass your wisdom onto others, and have a cup of tea and a natter! A suggested donation of £2 is all they ask!
The Sweetmeister (possibly the best job title in all the world!) has arranged for a special promotion at the Happy Sweet Shop, an online, traditional sweet shop selling delicious old-fashioned sweets. If you're looking for Christmas presents, stocking fillers, or just to treat yourself on the cold winter nights, check out the fab range at http://www.happysweetshop.co.uk/ . When buying, use the voucher code DRKER182 and not only will you get a 10% discount, but they will also donate 10% of the sale to Dr. Kershaw's Hospice! What better excuse to indulge!
And possibly the most exciting news of all... I have been speaking to Santa! The man himself! And I can tell you that he is lovely! He has agreed, despite his very busy schedule at this time of year, to write letters to some lucky boys and girls, in exchange for a donation of £3 to Dr. Kershaw's Hospice (or £5 for 2 letters). If you would like to request a letter from Santa, email me at allegra@drkershawshospice.org.uk or phone me on 0161 624 9984. I will be answering to the name of 'the Dr. Kershaw's Christmas Elf'!
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