December was a busy month for Sunrise members and the Rotary Satellite Club of Paris.The 'Rotary Flyer' float entry by the two clubs was a hit in both the Freedom House Santa Claus Parade in Brantford and the Paris Santa Claus Parade. In fact, our version of the 'Little Red Wagon', filled with Christmas gifts, won Best Float honours in the Paris Parade. While it took many hours and many hands to build and display the float, it was both a labour of love and an opportunity for fellowship that provided the perfect kickoff to the Christmas Season.
Another event marking the start of the Christmas Season for Brant Rotarians was the Annual Poinsettia Campaign. With the help of 11 drivers from both clubs over 3 days, volunteers dropped off 119 plants in more than 100 deliveries to long term care homes, residential living facilities, and other support services and individuals in Brant, in the hope of lifting people's spirits during the holiday season. Sunrise Past President/Past District Governor, Reg Madison, delivered an early Christmas gift to the residents and staff of St. Joseph's Lifecare Centre. Immediate Past President John Utley posed with some of the thankful recipients of the poinsettias at John Noble Home.
