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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Friday November 16, 2007 - 17 Salvation Army needs kettle watchers As Oakville's Salvation Army kicks off its Christmas Kettle Campaign today it is also hoping the spirit of the upcoming season will inspire much-needed volunteers to come forward. The kettles, with which officials hope to raise $110,000 for the needy of the community, are being set up for a campaign that will run until Dec. 24. However, besides money the Salvation Army needs bodies to man these kettles. "Your participation would be greatly appreciated," said Bev Gardner, Oakville Salvation Army spokesperson. "Students are welcome to take part in this Christmas opportunity for which you will receive volunteer hours for school." Gardner notes that people can volunteer to help at the kettles any time between Monday and the end of the campaign on Dec. 24. How long people volunteer for is also negotiable, but most shifts only last for about three to four hours. "Because it involves standing by a kettle we understand that it can become somewhat boring if you're standing there and no one's giving," said Gardner. While three hours of standing by a kettle may be boring, it is also for a great cause as the money that is gathered, because the volunteers were there to receive it, helps an organization that services around 2,000 disadvantaged people each year in the Oakville community. These people in need can range from someone who was unexpectedly laid off to someone who has lost everything in a house fire. "These donations help us continue our programs to help people in need in our community. They help with housing and shelter programs, the food bank, just everything," said Gardner. "It lets us help people at a crisis point." Gardner notes that all the people the Salvation Army helps and all the good things that they do would not be possible if it were not for volunteers, which is why getting volunteer support at the Christmas Kettle Campaign is so important. "People are going out into our community and volunteering and they are the backbone of this ministry. They really are," she said. "It's those that give that make the difference, whether it's time, financial or just stopping in to say, `hi,' or offering various services. We're just so grateful." Anyone interested in volunteering for the Christmas Kettle Campaign can call 905-847-7108 or 905-827-5324, ext. 22 beginning Monday. Strong Canadian $ = Lower Prices, So you can Afford to SAVE OR SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN NOVEMBER 17 - 9:00 a.m. Pick a pair... PICK A ROOM $799 LYLE Recliner 100% Leather UP TO WHEN YOU BUY A SOFA & CHAIR* * $549 TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES During the Santa Claus parade, the following roads, and adjacent streets will be closed from 7 - 11 a.m.: · Lakeshore Road from Allan Street to Kerr Street · Kerr Street from Lakeshore Road to Stewart Street · Stewart Street from Kerr Street to Maurice Drive · Felan Avenue from Stewart Street to Rebecca Street · Rebecca Street from Dorval Drive to Forsythe Street · Robinson Street from Navy Street to Allan Street The co-operation of all motorists is requested. For additional information on road closures, contact Bob deHoog, Road Corridor/Permit Co-ordinator, 905.845.6601 ext. 3337. * FERGUSON Recliner ON RECLINERS & CHAIRS SALE ENDS SUNDAY! SAVE 50 $ $ * $999 SAVE 100 ALL SOFAS * * MONTREAL Sofa Condo Love $979 * STOREWIDE HAWAII MEXICO FLORIDA BERMUDA ARUBA PANAMA * Save Storewide and Get.... MINIMUM PURCHASE OF $2800 REQUIRED * Free Santa Shuttle Don't worry about parking, take Santa's Shuttle Bus. The free Santa Shuttle runs every 15 minutes from the Oakville GO Station stopping at all regular stops along Reynolds to the Church/Dunn bus terminal. The Santa Shuttle will run from 8 to 11:15 a.m. Please note that for safety reasons children must be removed from strollers and/or wagons while on the bus. Strollers must be folded and wagons put in an upright position. To ensure emergency vehicle and public access, visibility and traffic flow, residents and visitors are asked to adhere to parking regulations during the parade. Comfort. It's what we do. For more information on the Oakville Santa Claus Parade visit: www.oakvillesantaclausparade.ca or leave a message at: 905 815-5981 www.lazboytoronto.com * Save up to $100/sofa, $50/chair on regular prices. Prices shown include all discounts. Limited quantities. Products may differ from store to store. See In Store For Details. OAC. Free Airline Tickets require minimum purchase and minimum paid hotel stay. Limit one voucher per household. Applicable to new purchases only.