KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: SPONSORING A “BABY SHOWER” TO SUPPORT THE MIRIAM CENTRE:

Since 1988, the Miriam Centre has been providing love and compassion to pregnant women in need and giving them new hope. The Knights will be on hand before all the Masses on the weekend of October 23/24 to accept donations of the following items that the Miriam Centre has advised are most needed baby items: wet wipes, diaper cream, baby shampoo/wash, bibs, burp cloths, bath towels, gloves for mothers, sippy cups, onesies size 18 months and up, girls’ tights (0-4 years), children’s toothbrushes/paste. The Centre also accepts donations of new and gently used clothing. All clothing must be clean with no stains and ready to give to mothers. Sizes newborn to 4 years old, especially winter pyjamas sized 12 months -4 yrs. and maternity clothes. The Miriam Centre can always use money. It is a registered charity and receives no funding from government. The Knights will accept cheques made out to “Miriam Centre” or you can donate online at miriamcentre.ca. If you are not able to drop off your donation on the weekend of October 23/24, please contact Greg Yost gregyost@rogers.com or 613-521- 2607 to make other arrangements.