Letter from the Editor
ideas for friends, family — and yes, for my own list to Santa (I was convinced he got a bulk discount at Sears). Inspired by this, we proudly bring you the Hometown St. Thomas Christmas Wish Guide once again, showcasing great local stores and gift ideas for your loved ones. It’s a little bit of nostalgia mixed with a chance to shop locally. While Christmas is a time to give to our loved ones, it’s also a time to support the local charities that make our community thrive year-round. From food security and healthcare to the arts and support for youth, there are so many worthy causes that could use a helping hand. And if you don’t see your favourite charity listed? That’s okay — your contribution will be welcome wherever it goes. As we wrap up the year, I want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! May your season be filled with joy, good cheer, and perhaps a bit of patience as you tackle all that Christmas shopping. And if you see Santa, do let him know I never did get my GI Joe USS Flag Aircraft Carrier, and that I am sure I can make room for it. After all, I have been an awfully good boy this year!
Happy December, everyone! Now, let’s get right into what happened to our November issues. Just as we were ready to go to press in October, we learned of a potential Canada Post strike. Now, I’ve always been a fan of Canada Post; they deliver thousands of our magazines each month with reliability that’s hard to
beat. But, with a looming strike, we didn’t want our magazines stuck in a warehouse. So, after some careful consideration, the managers of Villager Publications agreed that bypassing Canada Post for November was the way to go. We printed the usual number of magazines and worked with community partners to get them to you as best we could. We appreciate your understanding and sincerely hope we don’t find ourselves in this situation again! Through Hometown St. Thomas, Boomers & Beyond, and the Port Stanley Villager, we’re once again supporting Smiles for Seniors at Christmas through our Care to Share a Smile campaign. As you flip through the pages, you’ll notice ads with a small Santa logo on them, each representing a donation to this initiative. These funds are used to buy Christmas gifts for seniors living in long-term care across the county. This year, we’re thrilled to have donated $3,300, bringing our seven-year total to over $15,000. I must admit, as both a child and an adult, I absolutely adored the Sears Wishbook . Every year, I’d pore over it, gathering gift
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