Wednesday, December 17, 2008

100 Sailors to spend
Christmas Day
in Berwyn!

Christmas is a very special time of year when families and friends come together and share in the holiday spirit. Most of us will spend Christmas day with our families and friends. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2378 of Berwyn will open their doors on Christmas Day to 100 sailors’ from Great Lakes Naval Base that will not be able to go home for Christmas.
We need your help as we host our Third Annual Sailors Christmas in Berwyn. With a full day of activities, fun, gifts (gift cards only), and a Home cooked Christmas Dinner for the young military personnel that cannot be with their families on this very special day.
Join in and help us make this a special day for these brave men and women that will not be able to be with there families on Christmas Day. We can make difference in their Christmas.

Donations items needed:

Snacks:
Finger foods, chips, nuts, fruit, etc

Gift Cards
American Express or Master Card only – amount is open

Deserts:
Cookies, candy, cakes, pies, coffee cakes, etc.

Volunteers needed on
Tuesday 12/23 from 5pm to 8pm,
Wednesday 12/24 from 9am to 2pm,
Thursday 12/25 from 8am to 8pm

Drop off times and place:
Berwyn VFW Post 2378 – 1529 South Harlem Avenue
December 23rd – Tuesday from 5pm to 8pm
December 24th – Wednesday from 9am to 1pm

For more information, contact:
VFW Sailor Christmas Program Chairperson
Frank Amaro
at 708-359-3710 or 708-749-2378
email: VFW2378@yahoo.com.