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in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, D ec em be r 20 ,2 01 8 | 40 Imagine what Christmas would be like for families if there were no special gifts under the tree and no special meal on Christmas Day? KSM's Christmas Wonders and Beyond Program was created to serve these families. For more than 15 years the community has rallied together to help those in need celebrate this joyous season. Financial donations have made it possible for us to provide gifts cards and food (a Turkey, and fresh food box) for all the participants. Gifts in kind, of toys and pyjamas have also been provided to all. In past years we have been able to bless approximately 1200 individuals with Christmas joy. However, the need for assistance continues to increase and this year well over 1300 people are registered. We are so thankful for the donations we have already received. For those that have already supported the program we extend our deepest thanks. Your generosity has helped us surpass the mid-way point. Our goal is $400,000 - so there is still a long way to go. For those that have not contributed we ask you to please consider making a donation. If you would like to support the Christmas Wonders and Beyond program - please give online by phone or @ kerrstreet.com/christmaswonders Kerr Street Mission 485 Kerr Street, Oakville P: 905.845.7485 Charitable Reg. No. 897106845RR0001 Rabbi Stephen Wise and a group of youth light the Menorah at the Shaarei-Beth El synagogue earlier this month to celebrate Chanukah. Shaarei-Beth El photo CELEBRATING CHANUKAH COMMUNITY The Oakville Fire Department says no one was injured following a lightning strike on an Oakville home, which took place Sunday, Dec. 2. The Canyon Crescent resi- dence, located in the Upper Mid- dle and Trafalgar roads area, took damage to its roof when it was struck at around 7:30 p.m. The homeowners were pre- sent when the lightning hit, but were not hurt. Oakville Fire Chief Brian Dur- din said fire crews attended the home to ensure there was no fire. They found two holes in the roof, as well as some damage in the attic and even damage to the ceiling on the second floor. Durdin said the residents spent the night in a hotel and were expected to meet with their insurance provider the following morning. NO ONE INJURED AFTER LIGHTNING STRIKES OAKVILLE HOME DAVID LEA dlea@metroland.com