Thursday, October 26, 2017

Sawdust Santas

It takes many volunteers to put on an event like the Country Christmas and I would like to introduce one of our elves and let him tell you what he does.

My name is Pete Eisinger and I am the founder of the Sawdust Santas wooden toy & gift charity and head elf of the Sawdust Santa volunteers here in Laingsburg, Michigan.  This is our 9th year of existence and our mission is to build, package and deliver heirloom quality, wooden, handcrafted toys and gifts to underprivileged youth.  Over the years we have expanded from serving just Laingsburg and Perry area schools to serving 2 Owosso elementary schools and Ashley schools.  We are continuing to grow each year and currently have nearly 100 elves who volunteer in excess of 2,200 hours each year.

You will also find us running Santa’s workshops in conjunction with the North Pole Express steam locomotive trips.  Our workshop offers a chance for kids to build themselves a wooden car, steam engine, hardwood train or  colorfully painted wooden animals for a nominal fee.  These workshops not only serve as a fundraiser, but also energize Santa’s elves by sharing the wonder of Christmas as seen in the eyes of every child that attends.  You can also find us by searching for Sawdust Santas on FaceBook. 

Merry Christmas!

Pete Eisinger

Head Elf - Sawdust Santas

Here are pictures from last year at Ashley Country Christmas.