North Andover Senior Center to Spark Its Holiday Celebration

Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer Is Flying Into The
North Andover Senior Center to Spark Its Holiday Celebration

North Andover, MA ---True to its mission of serving the needs of the entire senior community, the North Andover Senior Center 5th Annual Holiday celebration becomes a community-wide opportunity for giving. The multi-faceted event includes opportunities for local merchants, organizations and civic groups to participate.
“Since for many seniors, especially those with limited financial means, the holiday season can be a stressful time. Our intention is to provide an atmosphere of caring and compassion to help make this season joyful and memorable,” said Irene O’Brien, North Andover Senior Center Director.

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND
To help “dress” the Senior Center for the holidays, areas of the Center are available for decorating. Using the Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer as a theme, nearly 30 separate “canvases” are waiting for decorations, including hallways, counter tops, walls, doors etc. “The interpretation of the theme is totally up to the organizations, and we expect to see some very artistic compositions,” said Lya Morse, Senior Center Program Coordinator.
Organizations can get full details and participation costs of claiming a decorating spot by calling Ms. Morse at the Senior Center, 978-688-9560. And, by email LMorse@northandoverma.gov.

THE GIVING TREE

Since an integral part of the Christmas season revolves around giving to the less fortunate. The Senior Center is also providing an opportunity for neighbors and “townies” to contribute to a Giving Tree.

The tree is being decorated by Senior Center volunteers. Gifts to be distributed to seniors and young families in need. In particular, seniors need such items as food or pharmacy gift cards, flashlights, batteries (AA’s), postage stamps, scarves, gloves and sugarless sweets.
On the other side of the age spectrum are young families in need of onesies, bibs, kids socks, small toys, and articles of clothing.
All Giving Tree Items can be dropped off or mailed to the Senior Center, 120R Main Street, North Andover, MA 01845.
“This community of North Andover has always opened its heart to others in need during the holidays, and we know they will respond this year as well”, Ms O’Brien said. “We appreciate them, and all our volunteers who make what we do possible,” she added.