Fyi! From: Anne Tonachel <annert@gmail.com> Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 3:43 PM To: Ruth Ryals <rryals@comcast.net> Subject: Re: [Richdale Ave] 12/18 Chelsea food and book collection Hello Ruth, I have spoken to the people in Chelsea. Right now they re very happy to have new, unwrapped toys for Christmas gifts. After Christmas we will get back to the question of used toys. They' re very happy to have gift cards. Besides the Friday delivery happening this week my husband and I are going to Chelsea to take the books on Tuesday morning, leaving cohousing at 10AM. We are happy to take new toys and gift cards at that time. People could get them to me by 9:30 AM on Tuesday or maybe they could get them to you and I would come pick up on my way Tuesday morning? What do you think. I will be home on Monday to accept delivery as well. thanks so much! Anne On Dec 15, 2020, at 9:22 PM, Anne Tonachel <annert@gmail.com> wrote: I agree with all you have written Ruth. I am talking to FR Elgar in Chelsea tomorrow and see what he thinks Will let you know Anne Sent from my iPhone On Dec 15, 2020, at 2:29 PM, Ruth Ryals <rryals@comcast.net> wrote:  Anne, Polly, Tell us what is most effective and where, if you can, before and after the holidays. Most of us (on my various lists) would buy a new toy, or gift card (and I am happy to publicize) for kids who’s families don’t have money for food and diapers, much less Christmas. Also, some like me have toys (used, but very good) to part with as the grandkids have ou-grown them, plus we don’t keep the kids anymore. I used to give such toys to pre-schools in the neighborhood. That won’t work now. And, as to used toys, I picked/cleaned up plenty of them from the street and deployed them for my grandkids. There is no shame in re-using good clothes/ household items/toys! In fact, our poor earth could use more of that. Ruth From: Anne Tonachel <annert@gmail.com> Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 1:00 PM To: Polly Attwood <polly.attwood@gmail.com> Cc: Ruth Ryals <rryals@comcast.net> Subject: Re: [Richdale Ave] 12/18 Chelsea food and book collection Hello Ruth and Polly, This is a good question that I have actually thought about and then felt too overwhelmed to continue thinking about! how is that? my question for you Ruth is are you thinking just from one or two people or a larger group? And is it necessary to do it before the Christmas holidays? If it can wait until January I am happy to ask the folks in Chelsea is they would like to receive used but in good condition toys. I will be in Chelsea to deliver the wonderful collection of children’s books we have early next week and can ask in person at that time. Anne On Dec 15, 2020, at 11:39 AM, Polly Attwood <polly.attwood@gmail.com> wrote: hmmm, thoughtful question, Ruth. I am not coming up with anything off top of my head. the Quaker Meeting where i attend has done this in past, but not this year due to COVID. wondering if this is case for other faith communities.... ? sigh... Anne, any ideas? Polly On Tue, Dec 15, 2020 at 11:36 AM Ruth Ryals <rryals@comcast.net> wrote: Polly, Do you know where one can donate toys in good condition, but not brand new? Ruth From: <richdale-ave-community@googlegroups.com> on behalf of Polly Attwood <polly.attwood@gmail.com> Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 11:27 AM To: <richdale-ave-community@googlegroups.com> Subject: [Richdale Ave] 12/18 Chelsea food and book collection Greetings Richdale Neighbors! Cambridge Cohousing will again collect food for Chelsea this week. We again invite you to include a children's book, new or in new-like condition and for ages infant to 10 years. The Chelsea organization we partner with is very grateful for these books that benefit the children, and also adults who are learning English and/or learning to read to and with their children. They will distribute during the holiday seasons coming up. DROP OFF TIME: Friday, Dec 18, from 9am to 3:00pm WHERE: 175 Richdale Ave entrance to CoHousing. Please leave items just inside the gate either in a paper bag, small box or in boxes marked FOR CHELSEA. Various ones of us will be around to receive your food donations. THANK YOU!! REMEMBER TO DONATE ONLY THE FOOD ITEMS LISTED BELOW and be sure food is in original packaging. nothing can be open, or re-bagged in any way. if it is, we have to dispose of it. They have made a recent renewed request for DIAPERS. so include those if you can/want. Thank you! * Rice, 2-3 lb bags * beans, dried and canned * tomatoes, canned * dry pasta * tuna * unsweetened cereals * baby food, unsweetened STRONG REMINDER -- PLEASE NO flour, sugar, condiments, and especially NO fresh foods/vegetables or fruits (supplied by generous food producer) -- Here is LINK to the Chelsea Food Collaborative which our effort is supporting. Another option, if it works for you, is to make a financial donation, via link at top of page. Please email Anne Tonachel (annert@gmail.com) or myself (polly.attwood@gmail.com) if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support. May you safely enjoy the many holidays of this season! Anne and Polly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Richdale Ave Community" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to richdale-ave-community+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. 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