Barbara Roden
Free Press
One of the highlights of the year for many area seniors is the Rotary Club of 100 Mile House Seniors’ Christmas Dinner, which this year takes place on Dec. 5 at the 100 Mile Community Hall.
Shawna Norton, the community services co-ordinator for the Rotary Club, says the event is a lot of fun for everyone.
“We enjoy it. The seniors who come are so deserving, and so appreciative.”
The doors open at 5 p.m., and dinner – turkey with all the trimmings, as well as dessert – starts at 6.
As many as 350 people are expected to attend, and Norton acknowledges the event couldn’t happen without the efforts of a lot of volunteers.
“It’s not just Rotary. We get lots of volunteers from other businesses – about 30 people in total – who help cook and serve, and ensure everything goes smoothly and meals are served fast.”
Tickets are now available from Royal LePage 100 Mile Realty.
Norton says tickets will be dropped off at Carefree Manor and Fischer Place. Tickets can also be picked up by friends and relatives of seniors who can’t make it to the Royal LePage office.
“The tickets are free – Rotary does this for seniors – but you have to have a ticket to get in.”
Entertainment will be provided by The Classmates, a three-person musical group that will be performing throughout the event.
When the dinner is over, the group stays to give anyone who wants to an opportunity to dance.
“It’s nice to see them all together, and so much fun. We love to do it.”