Christmas Mitten Tree Tradition Continues in Burgeo

A bare indoor tree with a few pairs of donated socks and mittens hanging from its branches.
By Maxine Benoit
Photography: 
Maxine Benoit

St. John the Evangelist Church in Burgeo held its annual “Mitten Tree” again this year. It was placed in the church for Sunday, November 16th, and remained in place until December 7th. A total of 266 items were collected, and they were given to charities in Corner Brook: Willow House, Xavier House, and 12 Wishes/12 Miracles organization. Special thanks to Mae Lushman, Shirley Vatcher, and Brian & Maxine Benoit for sorting and boxing the items.