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Library, Lasterday and CHIP bring Christmas cheer to kids

December 27, 2022
in Education, Local Stories
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Santa was the first thing most kids seemed to see as they walked through the door, with their eyes as big as golf balls and their smiles as wide as the Mississippi. Little Raelyn was still unsure about this man in red at first, but after a few moments, a smile appeared.
Photo by Pam Dudding

Pam Dudding 

Contributing writer

 

Over two weekends, the Craig County Library and Lasterday Market brought smiles and joy to over 50 kids in Craig, as well as the parents who brought them. 

 

As soon as they walked through the door of Lasterday, the atmosphere of excitement permeated their beings while watching the volunteers busy at work, making sure the experience was grand. 

 

Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus were sitting by a huge stack of toys and candy, Anna (Nikki King) and Olaf (Jon), characters from the movie “Frozen,” were there to greet everyone, and the smell of fresh pancakes drew those present into the dining area where kids and parents were enjoying their breakfast. 

 

Each child received a free toy and candy, a picture of Santa and the younger kids received free pancakes. 

 

The combined atmosphere of joy and fresh pancakes was very welcoming as parents lined up to order while others were enjoying their meal and socializing with one another. 
Photo by Pam Dudding

The event was a partnership between the library, Lasterday Market and CHIP of the Roanoke Valley and the department connected with the Craig County Social Services.

 

“We all knew we wanted to do something great for the community this holiday season, so we teamed up to host the event,” Nikki King shared. She is the director of program services with

CHIP of Roanoke Valley. 

 

“CHIP provides support services for families who qualify for Medicaid,” King said. “We help with general questions about parenting, milestones, breastfeeding education, etc. as well as providing access to community health nurses to answer health related questions.”

 

The mound of toys brought smiles to every child as they got to choose which one they wanted while even the parents seemed to enjoy picking out their favorite as well.  
Photo by Pam Dudding

She noted that they can also assist with mental health services, transportation services and basic necessities like housing, job placement and other community resources which are always free to their clients. 

 

“While we do provide services to families, we really pride ourselves on just building relationships and being a support to folks who may just need someone to listen or ask questions. We know parenting is really tough and complicated, and we really love just having folk’s back as they navigate parenthood,” King shared. 

 

CHIP also contributed by sponsoring the pancakes and cocoa and providing the free toys and candy.

 

Each group shared that they felt the event was successful.

 

King added, “We had a great turnout, and the kiddos had a blast playing with their new toys and getting to visit with Santa!”

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