Bake sale and raffle to aid welcome fund

During Second Saturday events on Dec. 10, a group of Beacon residents will hold a bake sale and raffle to raise money for the Mid-Hudson Refugee Welcome Fund, an organization working to transition 80 refugees to the area.

The Beacon of Love benefit will be held at Open Space, 510 Main St. from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Donated raffle prizes include artwork, gift certificates and crafts.

Donations can be made at communityfoundationshv.org. Contact Julie Shiroshi for more information at [email protected].

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