it was sure nice to see a great turnout of volunteers to help prepare for the 2022 edition of the Westman and Area Traditional Christmas Dinner.

We can still use some volunteers to help during Christmas Day in several areas. We also need a couple more entertainers to perform on the entertainment stage. If you can help please call our info line 204-728-7987.

Click THIS LINK for a sneak peek behind the scenes at our preparation day to see what goes into making this event happen.  

Once again, many thanks to the many volunteers who showed up at the MNP Hall in the Keystone Centre on Friday, December 23rd.  

Volunteers Still Needed for Westman and Area Traditional Christmas Dinner

Now that most of the food and supplies have come in, the WATCD committee is still in need of volunteers to help prepare everything for the big event this Sunday, December 25th. Committee Chair Gladden Smith says, we're hoping for upwards of 100 people to show up and help out. Even if you can only donate an hour of your time, everything helps. We're also hoping to get a few more unwrapped toys for kids who may otherwise go without, we'll need a few people to wrap those gifts as well."

Those who can help out are asked to meet at the MNP Hall in the Keystone Centre at noon on Friday, December 23rd. We will need folks to help with making the stuffing, peeling potatoes, cutting ham, and wrapping over 400 presents for Santa to hand out to kids who will be attending the Christmas Dinner," Smith said. Please call 204-728-7987 to sign up. Rides will be provided for those who need transportation.

During the last live version of the WATCD 3500 meals were served. This year we’re anticipating 4000 meals. The Christmas Dinner would not be possible without the over 400 volunteers and the many sponsors that have come on board, so thanks again goes out to everyone who has stepped up to help out. It’s because of your consideration, time, and efforts that this wonderful event can happen. We all help out with it because we believe no one should be alone at Christmas.

"There will be an entertainment stage with sound and lighting provided by Howling The Night Away Productions and we already have a few performers signed up to entertain throughout the afternoon," said Smith. "We've got room for a few more volunteers to perform on the Entertainment Stage so if you or anybody you know would like to get up and sing some songs or even do some comedy or magic please call the number provided (204-728-7987) we'd love to have you be involved with the event," said Smith. "You've got to see this set up, Dean from Howling has gone above and beyond our expecatations!"

For more info visit www.traditionalchristmasdinner.ca

MAP OF BUS ROUTES FOR DECEMBER 25

DEPARTURE FROM KEYSTONE CENTRE

Route 1 (Blue) will start at 11:00 a.m. This route will return back to the Keystone on the half hour.

Route 2 (Green) will start at 11:30 a.m. This route will return to the Keystone on the hour.

LAST RUN will depart from the Keystone at 6:00 p.m. (Route 1-Blue) and 6:30 p.m. (Route 2-Green).

If you have any questions please call 204.728.7987.

Thank you!