Would anyone be up for doing an ESC Santa Cruise this year ?
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[quote=pinseeker;9023818]I don't believe we have done one for a couple of years now, and for those that don't know the format .........
We donate gifts (wrapped for either boy or girl or suitable for either) and deliver them to a home for children a day or two before christmas.
It used to be that the santa cruise was not just ESC and we would end up driving a little way away to a home etc, but I feel it would be nice to find somewhere nearer, Essex or even within London ?
This is always a great event, seeing the kiddies (those driving and those receiving gifts ) and I believe really makes a difference to them.
So who would be up for this, obviously dates need to be made, a suitable home/hospital needs to be found (anyone ?) and arrangements need to be made with them to have us all descend upon them en masse ........ And it just makes another good reason for a blast.
1. Nate
2. Tiny & Mrs Esc
3. YVM
4. mneame
5. TomR555
6. Pinseeker
7. kev & paula
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We donate gifts (wrapped for either boy or girl or suitable for either) and deliver them to a home for children a day or two before christmas.
It used to be that the santa cruise was not just ESC and we would end up driving a little way away to a home etc, but I feel it would be nice to find somewhere nearer, Essex or even within London ?
This is always a great event, seeing the kiddies (those driving and those receiving gifts ) and I believe really makes a difference to them.
So who would be up for this, obviously dates need to be made, a suitable home/hospital needs to be found (anyone ?) and arrangements need to be made with them to have us all descend upon them en masse ........ And it just makes another good reason for a blast.
1. Nate
2. Tiny & Mrs Esc
3. YVM
4. mneame
5. TomR555
6. Pinseeker
7. kev & paula
8.
9.
10.
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Sophies birthday is a couple of days before xmas, so we usually do her birthday stuff the weekend before xmas.
We will try and support this what ever the final date.
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I don't believe we have done one for a couple of years now, and for those that don't know the format .........
We donate gifts (wrapped for either boy or girl or suitable for either) and deliver them to a home for children a day or two before christmas.
It used to be that the santa cruise was not just ESC and we would end up driving a little way away to a home etc, but I feel it would be nice to find somewhere nearer, Essex or even within London ?
This is always a great event, seeing the kiddies (those driving and those receiving gifts ) and I believe really makes a difference to them.
So who would be up for this, obviously dates need to be made, a suitable home/hospital needs to be found (anyone ?) and arrangements need to be made with them to have us all descend upon them en masse ........ And it just makes another good reason for a blast.
1. Nate
2. Tiny & Mrs Esc
3. YVM
4. mneame
5. TomR555
6. Pinseeker
7. kev & paula
8. Supercue & MadOli
9.
10.
We donate gifts (wrapped for either boy or girl or suitable for either) and deliver them to a home for children a day or two before christmas.
It used to be that the santa cruise was not just ESC and we would end up driving a little way away to a home etc, but I feel it would be nice to find somewhere nearer, Essex or even within London ?
This is always a great event, seeing the kiddies (those driving and those receiving gifts ) and I believe really makes a difference to them.
So who would be up for this, obviously dates need to be made, a suitable home/hospital needs to be found (anyone ?) and arrangements need to be made with them to have us all descend upon them en masse ........ And it just makes another good reason for a blast.
1. Nate
2. Tiny & Mrs Esc
3. YVM
4. mneame
5. TomR555
6. Pinseeker
7. kev & paula
8. Supercue & MadOli
9.
10.
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Just my thoughts but why not do it the sunday after the Posers, gives a chance to collect all the pressies, and they won't be hanging around in peoples cars/houses for ages either.
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Okay, I have just consulted the Bible (that will be the ESC calendar of events ), and feel that the 6th is a little early, the 13th is a Sea fishing trip and the 20th is FREE.
Also, by going on the 20th, it gives more time to collect pressies from those that will not be able to make the trip and comes after 3 good pick up points Posers, Halfway House and the Lodge.
So, if we sttle on the 20th, I feel this is probably the best date on the calendar
Also, by going on the 20th, it gives more time to collect pressies from those that will not be able to make the trip and comes after 3 good pick up points Posers, Halfway House and the Lodge.
So, if we sttle on the 20th, I feel this is probably the best date on the calendar
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20th sounds good.
Also rather than just saying drop pressies off at the posers, why not allocate 2/3 addresses in essex where people can deliver their gifts? we would happily make our address know for a drop off point.
Also rather than just saying drop pressies off at the posers, why not allocate 2/3 addresses in essex where people can deliver their gifts? we would happily make our address know for a drop off point.
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Long time no see
hi Guys & Girls long time no see.
Been a hetic year.
Hope you all are OK.
Ann & I would love to join you guys in this.
If you can let us know when and where as soon as poss as we would like to try and get some support that we normally got for Mencap.
Speak soon Baza & Ann
Been a hetic year.
Hope you all are OK.
Ann & I would love to join you guys in this.
If you can let us know when and where as soon as poss as we would like to try and get some support that we normally got for Mencap.
Speak soon Baza & Ann
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Good to have everyone on board
Paul,
Great idea re: collection points
Meeting up point on the day could be somewhere like Baz Vegas, was going to suggest Mayflower, but that will be possibly be rammed when we will need to meet up.
We need to find a home/hospice to deliver to, one ideally with enough parking, have contacted Heart (or Essex FM) and haven't heard back yet, if anyone knows somewhere, let me know so that I can make contact.
Cheers
Paul,
Great idea re: collection points
Meeting up point on the day could be somewhere like Baz Vegas, was going to suggest Mayflower, but that will be possibly be rammed when we will need to meet up.
We need to find a home/hospice to deliver to, one ideally with enough parking, have contacted Heart (or Essex FM) and haven't heard back yet, if anyone knows somewhere, let me know so that I can make contact.
Cheers
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Not sure if there's anything here that may start the ball rolling - charity search.
I entered only children / youth & Essex and a comprehensive list came up including Barnardos & Young Carers?
Charity Choice Directory - Find UK registered charities and donate to charities online
I entered only children / youth & Essex and a comprehensive list came up including Barnardos & Young Carers?
Charity Choice Directory - Find UK registered charities and donate to charities online
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I don't believe we have done one for a couple of years now, and for those that don't know the format .........
We donate gifts (wrapped for either boy or girl or suitable for either) and deliver them to a home for children a day or two before christmas.
It used to be that the santa cruise was not just ESC and we would end up driving a little way away to a home etc, but I feel it would be nice to find somewhere nearer, Essex or even within London ?
This is always a great event, seeing the kiddies (those driving and those receiving gifts ) and I believe really makes a difference to them.
So who would be up for this, obviously dates need to be made, a suitable home/hospital needs to be found (anyone ?) and arrangements need to be made with them to have us all descend upon them en masse ........ And it just makes another good reason for a blast.
1. Nate
2. Tiny & Mrs Esc
3. YVM
4. mneame
5. TomR555
6. Pinseeker
7. kev & paula
8. Supercue & MadOli
9. simone57
10.
We donate gifts (wrapped for either boy or girl or suitable for either) and deliver them to a home for children a day or two before christmas.
It used to be that the santa cruise was not just ESC and we would end up driving a little way away to a home etc, but I feel it would be nice to find somewhere nearer, Essex or even within London ?
This is always a great event, seeing the kiddies (those driving and those receiving gifts ) and I believe really makes a difference to them.
So who would be up for this, obviously dates need to be made, a suitable home/hospital needs to be found (anyone ?) and arrangements need to be made with them to have us all descend upon them en masse ........ And it just makes another good reason for a blast.
1. Nate
2. Tiny & Mrs Esc
3. YVM
4. mneame
5. TomR555
6. Pinseeker
7. kev & paula
8. Supercue & MadOli
9. simone57
10.
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I think any kids charity in this country is great - my only reservation however is that the kids in a hospice generally have loving & caring parents / family around them. Kids in a childrens home generally don't....
Just my opinion.
Just my opinion.
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Yvette do you know of any suitable care homes?
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As mentioned ring Social Services or County Hall and I'm sure there will be loads available.
I do agree with Hils, the whole point of this was for the under privileged kids. It would be ideal if we can go along these lines.
I'm in Chemlsford this afternoon if I have time I'll pop in
I do agree with Hils, the whole point of this was for the under privileged kids. It would be ideal if we can go along these lines.
I'm in Chemlsford this afternoon if I have time I'll pop in