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Springfield Humane Society Christmas fundraiser BY TRINA MENARD, The Shopper November 27, 2017 Humane Society Donation table manned by Barbara Higgins, president of the Board of Trustees. Photo by Trina Menard. SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Nothing marks the holiday season like a trip to the Christmas tree farm; complete with fresh cookies, hot cocoa and a visit with Santa Claus. The Springfield Humane Society started the season at Christmas Trees of Vermont for their annual fundraiser on Nov. 24 with tables full of decadent baked goods. They will return each weekend through Dec. 17. The treats are donated, and the table sells its treats by donation. Last year, the Springfield Humane Society raised over $4,000 at this table, making this its major fundraiser of the year. Springfield Humane Society Board of Trustee members Barbara Higgins, president; Barbara Estey, secretary; and Peggy Knoras, treasurer delighted in the greeting the festive families that flocked to the farm to select their yearly tree. Knoras said that the Christmas Trees of Vermont families extended a warm invitation, and said that the tradition of the donations table be continued with the presence of the Springfield Humane Society for their holiday fundraiser. The donation table started many years ago, but it started outside instead of the cozy lodge they now enjoy. The Springfield Humane Society has dedicated itself to the improvement of the quality of life for animals in the Springfield area for over 69 years. Not only do they provide services such as “protection, compassionate care, and adoption…” but also several public education and outreach services to help animals to not become in need of placement services in the first place. Organizations like the Springfield Humane Society are able to help the community by the community helping them through donations and volunteer hours! Stop in for a treat at their booth at the Christmas Trees of Vermont. For information on how to donate goodies, your time, or to become a member of the Springfield Humane Society, go to www.spfldhumane.org.
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