Organizers Wes and Eleanore Gerber were overjoyed with the response to this year’s Clifford Community Meals on Wheels yard and bake sale last month at the John Hobelman Memorial Rotary Park Pavilion in Clifford.
They collected over $1,803 over two days through donations of household goods, miscellaneous items and baked goods. Tables were packed with books, records, toys, games, puzzles, glassware, china, candle ware, appliances, pots, pans, purses, plants, planters, and seasonal items. A yellow exercise bicycle became the featured sale of the day.
The bake table was laden with pies, cookies, loaves, muffins, cupcakes and preserves. Hot dogs, sandwiches, pecan tarts, fudge brownies, pop and cups of hot coffee were available and much appreciated.
The support was overwhelming. Donations were plentiful. None of the items were priced for the sale. The committee relies on the yard salers to choose a price that suits them. They donate what they think their finds are worth.
The event is held rain or shine. Any unsold items are donated again and put to good use or sent to the transfer station or recycle bins.
The money will continue to support the meal and transportation services offered through Meals on Wheels. Leave a message on the machine at 519-327-8899 for more information.
