Time well spent
From left, Russell residents Lillian Loubert and Louise Millette enjoyed the refreshments and festive afternoon at Russell Meadows’ St. Nicholas Bazaar, Dec. 5. Courtesy Gibbons photo
Norah Martel (left) and Rejeanne Lamothe were just two of the volunteers at Russell Meadows’ St. Nicholas Bazaar, Dec. 5, who served the guests with delicious treats. Courtesy Gibbons photo
RUSSELL – The Russell Meadows Retirement Community Council hosted their well-attended St. Nicholas Bazaar on Tues., Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents of the facility with their friends and family members were treated to the musical talents of the Dutch Treat Choir and a visit from St. Nicholas himself. In addition, visitors also included a few residents from sister retirement community, Kemptville Retirement Living.
There were vendor tables with crafts, handmade knitted or crocheted items, jewellery, spices and food, a talented carpenter with wooden puzzles, as well as a white elephant table and a silent auction. A raffle and door prizes added to the festive Christmas bazaar. Dutch refreshments included Gouda cheese, speculaas cookies and fresh delicious raisin bread.
