Mary Letson of Positively Fit is giving the reindeer a bit of a rest this year. The annual Reindeer Run, a well-loved fundraiser that has raised thousands over the years for the Christmas Hamper, will not be taking place this year. The newly formed Reindeer Raffle will take its place to ensure that Bowen Island's Christmas hampers will be filled again, and hopefully to the brim. Tickets for the Reindeer Raffle will be available for purchase at the recreation office as well as from various participating islanders. A large basket of goodies from the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory has been generously donated and is filled with many separately wrapped goodies that could be consumed by you or re-gifted as Christmas presents. One ticket can be purchased for $2 or three for $5 and that will give you a chance at winning the 'basket of reindeer droppings' from the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (see https://rockymountainchocolatefactory.com/rmcf/control/portalHome). Further donations are also accepted.
The raffle will be drawn at the Bowen Island Community Recreation's Breakfast with Santa event held in the BICS gym on Saturday, December 8. The Breakfast with Santa will also raise funds for the Christmas Hamper as well as accept cash donations, unwrapped new children's toys and food bank items. Please make sure not to miss out on this easy way to support the Bowen Island Christmas Hamper.
Details and registration for Breakfast with Santa can be found at www.bowencommunityrecreation.com or by calling 604-947-2216.
SHELLEY SHANNON
B.I. Community Recreation
