Events are already under way for Mission Community Services Christmas Bureau – Wish Campaign with a target of $100,000 in cash and in-kind donations to help make the festive season merry for those who need a helping hand.

MCSS and its team of energetic volunteers are reaching out to the community to make a difference not only for families, but also for single adults including senior citizens who find it difficult to make ends meet at this time of the year.

A first-time Christmas craft market with 22 vendors opens its doors at Elks Hall on Saturday, Oct. 26.  Admission is by donation and the event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 33336 Second Ave.

Also, the Mission Fire Hall #3 and the Silverdale Community Hall are presenting the annual Nightmare Haunted House at Silverdale Hall starting on Wednesday, Oct. 23 and running until Oct. 27 from  7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 8760 McLean St. in Mission.

A non perishable food item gets a reduced entry fee and proceeds go to the MCSS Christmas Bureau – Wish Campaign.

Registration for those who need hampers begins on Nov. 4 and runs to Nov. 30.

Again, the Mission Christmas Bureau headquarters will be at Unit 142 London Ave., beside The Source at the Junction Shopping Centre in Mission.

Full details of the campaign can be found HERE.

Your generosity is greatly appreciated.