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HANDS Give, HANDS Receive
Written By: Jenny King | Issue: 2017/11 - November
It’s time to make your reservations for the annual Christmas Day Dinner, sponsored by the Highlands Area Non-Profit
Donation Sharing.
HANDS has sponsored this event since 2001 and has been able to gift over $225,000 to this community thanks to the generosity of donors and attendees, alike. The 501 (c) 3 organization was founded by, and continues to be run by, a dedicated group of community volunteers to keep the spirit of giving alive.
It all started when founders realized there was nowhere for visitors and residents to eat on Christmas Day. At that time there were no restaurants open on December 25. The event has continued and many people make this a part of their holiday family traditions.
One of those is Laura Huerta, owner of Lakeside Restaurant and organizer of the annual Christmas Day Dinner. “I started volunteering for this event back in 2007 and I’ve been blessed to watch so many families expand, grow up, and start their own families. It’s been truly a wonderful feeling to share Christmas memories with so many people while giving back to the
Highlands community.”
The dinner, which is served from 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Christmas Day at Highlands Country Club, consists of traditional holiday foods like turkey, ham, tenderloin, side dishes, and a delectable assortment of desserts; and is prepared by professional chefs and served by community volunteers. All proceeds go to HANDS and are then distributed to non-profits in our area. Cost is $45 for adults and $15 for children.
The holidays are a time to make priceless memories and to give generously. Attending the Christmas Day Dinner is the ideal way to do both.
Laura is the person to contact for reservations, to volunteer, and to offer contributions. She may be reached at (828) 526-9419. Seating for the Christmas Day Dinner is by reservation only.
