Wilton Girl Scouts drop off carload of Toys for Tots
Dec. 18, 2020
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Troop #50798 Cadettes Lucy, left, and Annabelle Shultz with the collection of toy donations dropped off Dec. 13, at the Wilton Fire Department.Susan Shultz / Hearst Connecticut Media
WILTON During the pandemic, Wilton Cadette Troop #50798 has tried to remain active virtually as in-person meetings have not been possible. Meetings have included Zoom Thanksgiving cookie decorating and bird house building events.
As part of the Girl Scout promise, the girls vow to help people at all times. This holiday season, Troop #50798 knew the need for toy donations was more critical than ever. They safely collected donations by social distance drop-off at one household, and then one family delivered the donations to the Wilton Fire Department on Dec. 13.
Wreaths Across America is Saturday, Dec. 19 in Darien
John Carter
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Wreaths Across America DarienSusan Shultz / Hearst Connecticut Media
Earlier this year, I penned an editorial asking the Darien community to support Wreaths Across America and their local VFW chapter by sponsoring a wreath at Darien’s Spring Grove Veterans Cemetery.
Since that editorial, several community members wrote additional articles and numerous folks worked hard to garner support. It is with great appreciation that I get to report that every grave at the veterans’ cemetery this year will have a wreath adorning it. It speaks volumes of the spirit of the Darien community and their dedication to honoring the service of their fellow Americans. Special thanks to the Republican Town Committee, the Monuments & Ceremonies Commission, and First Selectman Jayme Stevenson for providing their full support.