Wanted: BIG “Ho Ho Ho” Christmas Photo guy

Martinborough’s Toy Library is planning to submit a float for the Christmas Parade, and will be running a koha-based Santa’s Grotto where the kids can meet Santa and have their photos taken. 

But the toy group has run into a problem. 

“We need some Santas!” says Toy Librarian Donna. 

“Do you know someone who would fit the bill? Would you make a great Santa? If so, drop in during our opening hours or email martytoylibrary@gmail.com for more information.” 

So, any drawbacks? Says Donna: “Please note that all volunteers must be prepared to undergo a criminal record check.”

The group has made a huge “thank you” shout-out to Jojo Cutforth, the “wonderful woman” behind the Martinborough Community Market. 

Jojo donated the funds to buy a professional Christmas-themed backdrop for the Toy Library _ which was used for our recently advertised Christmas photo event.

“The fundraiser was a great success and we are very grateful to Jojo for all the help and support,” she added.

The Library group is looking ahead to the last two months of the year and is delighted to be taking part in this years Christmas Magic in Martinborough celebrations. 

Speaking of Christmas, our Christmas shutdown period will be 20 December – 27 January. 

The group is also working on setting up a Toy Library Voucher system, so that memberships can be bought as Christmas gifts. For those grandparents with family visiting over the period, they also have a small selection of equipment such as portacots and highchairs which can be loaned out to members. 

If you are interested in becoming a member, rates are as follows:

• Family memberships are $30 for 6 months and $50 for a whole year
• Grandparent memberships are $25 for 6 months and $40 for a whole year

Finally, we are still looking to secure a new location for the Toy Library. As soon as we have it confirmed we will email all our members with the relevant details.