Helping Hands

To the Editor:

Last week, Newtown Congregational Church hosted the Ecumenical Vacation Church School. I was in charge of providing snacks to the approximately 135 children participating in the program.

I had many helping hands last week that I need to thank. I never would have pulled it off without their assistance.

I should start with Debbie Booker. Not only did she do a great job assisting me, but was a great sounding board when I had ideas or needed ideas.

Next are the wonderful youth helpers that I had in the kitchen. Harrison Buzzi, Chris Robinson, Emily Grier, Stephanie Badick, and Anthony Pagett. What a great group of kids! They were always ready to do any task. Sometimes they would be doing the job before I even asked!

I also need to thank my good friend Kathryn Wolf for coming into the kitchen after picking up her girls and washing dishes. Matt and Martha Crebbin also deserve a big thank you for making coffee and keeping up with the volunteer table. It took those jobs off my plate.

I also need to recognize Kelly Walker for running the entire week. Everything went smoothly and the kids sure had a great time. Also, Tina Fiorella and Jen Peterson for their contributions to a fabulous time.

Lastly, I must thank the businesses that contributed to our Vacation Church School through donations. They were Big Y, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Stop & Shop of Newtown and Costco of Brookfield. What a tremendous help it was to our budget and menus!

Thank you to all and enjoy the rest of your summer.

Laurie Badick, Snack Coordinator,

EVCS, Newtown Congregational Church

2 Honey Lane, Sandy Hook                                         August 11, 2008