November 2, 2022 – The guys at The Arnprior-McNab-Braeside Men’s Shed have been busy in their holiday workshop designing and building one-of-a-kind gifts for their upcoming Christmas Craft Sale.

Community members are invited to visit The Arnprior-McNab-Braeside Men’s Shed Christmas Craft Sale on November 20, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Nick Smith Centre in Arnprior. A wide range of items will be on display and available for purchase including wooden Muskoka love seats, picnic tables, Christmas carvings and jewelry items, raised gardens and planter boxes, bird and bat houses, toys and trucks for kids, Christmas tree decorations and more.

“We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to share our passion for woodworking and help the community get a head start on their Christmas shopping with some unique, locally-made gift options,” said Darrel O’Shaughnessy, founding member of the Arnprior-McNab-Braeside Men’s Shed. “The Christmas Craft Sale is one way we come together to engage and give back to our beloved community.”

The Craft Sale is being held in partnership with the Seniors Active Living Centre. Please note that cash, cheques, debit, VISA and Mastercard will be accepted payment methods. Proceeds from the sales will support The Men’s Shed ongoing programming costs.

For more information, please contact [email protected].

About Arnprior Regional Health

Arnprior Regional Health (ARH) is a progressive 141-bed organization that includes a fully accredited community hospital, nursing home, primary health care centre and extensive community programs. ARH is a regional hub with a strong history of providing exemplary care to the residents of West Ottawa, McNab/Braeside, Arnprior and Mississippi Mills. As your partner in health, ARH is committed to listening to and responding to meet the needs of those we serve, because together, we create a healthy community.

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Melissa McDermott

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