Media Advisory: Holiday Events at Kurn Hattin Homes

DATELINE: December 7, 2012
Holiday Happenings at Kurn Hattin Homes for Children

Monday, Dec. 10 – Wednesday, Dec. 12,  All Day – Farm Week – Holiday Pine Crafts
Children will be making holiday wreaths and pine table décor.

Wednesday, Dec. 12, 3:00 PM –  Boys’ Haircuts
A time-honored tradition at Kurn Hattin (and a great photo op! )  Former Kurn Hattin houseparent Laura Carroll gathers the boys in groups, and everybody gets a haircut. 

Thursday, Dec. 13, 12:30 PM  – Christmas Visitors’ Day  
Donors and member of organizations who support Kurn Hattin are invited to campus for a special  "thank you" from the children and staff -- a holiday luncheon and holiday performances from the jazz band and choir.

Thursday, Dec. 13,  3:00 PM Chester Rotary Santa and Elves Visit the CottagesSanta, Mrs. Claus, their elves, and other surprise guests—volunteers from the Chester Rotary Club—visit each residential cottage on campus, singing carols and delivering a gift for each Kurn Hattin child.

Credentialed media may visit Kurn Hattin to photograph the events. Media must call in advance and reserve a spot with  

Jaimie Scanlon, Rapt Creative, at jaimie@raptcreative.com or 802-490-2164.

Kurn Hattin Homes for children is a charitable home and school for boys and girls, ages 6-15, who are affected by tragedy, social or economic hardship, or other disruption in family life. Its mission: Kurn Hattin transforms the lives of children and their families forever. www./kurnhattin.org

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