The Souris Cooperative Daycare Centre is hosting a seasonal fundraiser to raise money for their new outdoor play area.
The local daycare needed some serious upgrades and additions for the kids in their Infant and Preschool programs, coming to a cost of about $100,000.
"Before, it was a sand and mud hole and so we have upgraded to a more natural space," explains Executive Director, Jenna Francey. "We added turf and rubber ground cover, and some climbing things for the children and lots of equipment for them to play with. It definitely cost us a good penny and so we are now trying to replace some of the funds that we spent to do this upgrade."
The Souris Cooperative Daycare Centre is licensed for 97 children's spots. Francey says the new playground equipment facilitate the younger set of children which number close to 50.
As a not-for-profit center they're looking forward to the upcoming fundraising events to help pay off that tab, starting with the October 26th event.
The Saturday social event starts in the afternoon for families to come and have some fun at the Halloween-themed party from 1-4pm, and of course dressing up in your fav costume is part of the fun!
"It is open to everybody, not just families from the Souris area but from other communities as well," shares Francey. "We'll have treat bags for everybody and so we're just hoping everyone comes to the dance and has fun with their kids!"
The adult portion of the event begins at 8 pm with music, dance and of course prizes for costumes in a number of categories are to be won.
"We are currently looking for prize donations to be auctioned off at the event," adds Francey. "The social will be at the Souris-Glenwood Memorial Complex. Anything that you or your business would be willing to donate would be greatly appreciated, and we will gladly mention your business and contributions at the event."
"Should you be able to donate any items, please contact either Souris Cooperative Daycare Inc or Stacie Murphy either by phone or email, contact information below. We will arrange to have your donation picked up. Thank you in advance for your support! The Children at Souris Early Learning thanks you!"
"We wanted to include all of our children and let them have some fun and then hopefully the parents will come out and have some fun afterwards!"
Tickets are available at multiple locations in Souris.
(photo credit the Souris Daycare Centre)