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Sterlig home raises funds for festive feast

A local retirement home in Wilro Park hosts a market aimed at fundraising for Christmas dinner.

Sterlig Retirement Village’s winter market on July 6 formed part of their Christmas preparations.

The market featured 16 stalls selling handmade crafts, baked goods, and second-hand items. There were also tables for people to sit and enjoy some refreshments.

Louise and Mikayla Evans. Photo: Nkosephayo Vilakazi

According to Engela van der Westhuizen, the organiser, residents and staff worked tirelessly to prepare for the market, and they wanted their retirement community to have fun with treats while they raised funds for their Christmas dinner.

Joey van Vuureen and Anatjie Prinsloo sell knitted goods. Photo: Nkosephayo Vilakazi

The community came out in support, and the event was a wonderful success, raising valuable funds to make this year’s Christmas dinner a special one.

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