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Operation Unlock Celebrates Christmas….

December 15, 2006, Canton, Mississippi, the United Auto Workers-Region 8 has come through again for Operation Unlock-located in the City of Canton.

It was a wonderful celebration of the season as children and their families gathered to receive Christmas gifts and a traditional holiday feast on Wednesday, December 13, 2006 at the Canton Community Center. Over 100 people filled the room with laughter as the anticipation of opening gifts mounted. Students received a gift of their choice selected from their previously submitted “Wish List”. Parent(s) and/or primary caregivers also received a gift for the household to enjoy. To top off the evening, adults only were given a drawing ticket positioning them to win one of four lighted garland wreaths or the grand prize of a laundry basket filled with groceries. It was truly a night to remember for Operation Unlock and the families they serve.

This event was made possible by sponsor, the UAW Region 8. When it comes to the needs of Operation Unlock, the UAW team has been a major player and our communities are made better by their efforts. Mayor Fred Esco Jr., Board, staff and volunteers of Operation Unlock take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank all of UAW Region 8. Director Gary Casteel, Asst. Director Donnie Bevis, Asst. Director of Organizing Frank White, and our local champion, International Representative Tom Savage and his staff.

Operation Unlock is a non-traditional intervention model designed to address the emotional/social/cognitive needs of children ages 5-18 who have incarcerated parents. This emotionally healthy outlet provides nurture, motivation, mentoring and instruction to children who live with the reality and stigma of having a
parent in prison.

For information on how you can get your child involved, volunteer or make a financial donation, please call the Operation Unlock Office at 601-859-2427.

For additional information contact the Operation Unlock office at 601-859-2427.

Fredia Day
Central Mississippi Operation Unlock
226 E. Peace Street
P.O. Box 221
Canton, MS. 39046
Phone: 601-859-2427
Fax: 601-859-4379
Email:
fadcd@aol.com

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