Girls Inc. get artistic support

A big thank you to our community supporters, artist Bob Shackles and Hang Ups, for their generous donation from the Red Muskoka Chair project enabling us to empower girls to be Strong, Smart, & Bold!

Pictured here with a $1,354.75 cheque are Jess Barabash, Jess McMahon, Anne Barabash, Bob Shackles, Lesley Hubbard & Kim Fenn.

The Tree Lighting Ceremony began at 5 pm in Blockhouse Park, where the lights were lit and get more beautiful each year. Thanks to Marc Bergeron and his team for adding to the magic of the evening by projected lights and images in the downtown core. The Mountain of Food will once again be taking place on the same day as Christmas in Merrickville in 2018.

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On a personal note, I am stepping down after two years of co-ordinating this event. It has been a wonderful experience. I would like to thank all of the committee members, who put many hours, prior to, and on the day of the event. Also, to our volunteers and sponsors, thank you so much in helping us make this event a successful one.

Christmas in Merrickville has been a long-standing and much anticipated event for the Village for over 25 years. The number and variety of activities has grown over the years, as has the attendance. It is important for the merchants, service groups, and village population to continue to be involved year after year for this event to grow and thrive. Christmas in Merrickville is a volunteer driven event. If you would like to participate, or would like to make suggestions for next year, please do not hesitate to send a message to the Christmas in Merrickville Facebook page, or to our website.

On behalf of the Christmas in Merrickville Coordinating Team, thank you Merrickville-Wolford for your support! Remember to follow us on our website and Facebook page.