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Big Bake for Haitians is jam-packed
GENEROUS High Peak residents have been pulling out all the stops to raise cash for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.
A total of 3,152 was raised for the Haiti Appeal on Saturday during the 'Big Buxton Bake', organised by Churches Together and the Women's Institute.
More than 500 people at Buxton Methodist Church tucked into cakes, biscuits and jams which had been produced by volunteers.
Fairtrade tea and coffee was also served, sponsored by Waitrose PLC, along with soup-and-roll lunches.
And for a parental donation, local author and artist Susie Poole displayed her animal drawing skills to children.
Chairman of Churches Together, Audrey Getliffe, said: "It's been absolutely marvellous, the way so many people and helpers were able to come together at such short notice to raise such a huge sum of money for such a worthy cause in these troubled financial times."
School kids do their bit
GENEROUS High Peak schoolchildren are continuing to fundraise to help victims coming to terms with the catastrophic earthquake which rocked Haiti.
Fairfield Infant and Nursery School raised 250, after holding a non-uniform day.
Headteacher Sue Coackley said: "The children heard many reports on the news and asked to do something."
Meanwhile, Fairfield Junior School pupils and staff wore colourful hats in return for a donation of 50p, raising 167.67.
And at Thornsett Primary School, the school council came up with the idea of running a pyjama day.
For a donation of around 1, pupils and staff were allowed to go into school in pyjamas for the day.
Monies raised will go towards the Haiti Earthquake Appeal, helping victims of the earthquake which occurred on January 12 and measured 7.0 on the Richter Scale.
According to the International Red Cross, three million people have been affected by the disaster.
Between 100,000 and 200,000 people have died, while thousands of bodies have been buried in mass graves.
• The Disaster Emergency Committee's Haiti Earthquake Appeal has raised 46million.
If you would like to donate, visit dec.org.uk or phone 0370 60 60 900.
The DEC is an umbrella organisation which launches and coordinates responses to major overseas disasters.
Island theme at Burbage
PUPILS at Burbage Primary School have raised 610 for earthquake-stricken Haiti.
The youngsters each gave a donation in return for dressing up on an island theme during a fundraising day held at the school.
The event also provided an opportunity for the children to learn more about the island of Haiti and natural disasters.
Crocheting blankets
BURBAGE'S Christchurch is planning to do its bit to help earthquake-hit Haiti.
A quiz night, raffle and supper will be held at the Burbage Institute on Monday, February 15, from 7pm.
Entry into the quiz for teams of four is 5 per person, including refreshments.
People are also invited to take along their own drinks.
Tickets are available from Margaret Barnes on 01298 23270, Josy Fry on 01298 25950 or Margaret Foster on 01298 78658.
* Members of Burbage WI, Burbage Church and friends have donated knitted and crocheted blankets to the Rotary Club, for distribution in Haiti.
Duo's concert
TWO local musicians raised hundreds to help victims of the earthquake.
Cathy Rimer and Martin Hall held a performance at St Michael's Church, Earl Sterndale, and a raffle at the Eagle Hotel, Buxton.
Altogether they raised 350, which has been sent to Christian Aid's Haiti Earthquake Appeal.
Mrs Rimer and Mr Hall thanked everyone who helped out, attended and donated cash on the nights.
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