BERNARDSTON The holiday season kicks off in town this weekend, as the Bernardston Kiwanis Club’s pancake breakfast and the Bernardston Police Relief Association’s toy drive will both be held Saturday, while a tree lighting will follow on Sunday.The.
Two donation drives help those in need
Students at The Bement School collected donations on Saturday for Friends of Hampshire County Homeless Individuals Inc., which provides resources for local people who are homeless. STAFF PHOTO/MAX MARCUS
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Two donation drives on Saturday collected items for two different aspects of the winter season shelter and clothing for people who are homeless, and toys for holiday gifts.
Bement’s equipment drive
Community service is being especially emphasized this December at The Bement School in Deerfield, with a campaign called “Bement Gives Back.”
On Saturday, a handful of students, parents and school staff members collected winter equipment for homeless people including tents, sleeping bags, winter jackets, socks and gloves.