As the holiday season nears, area groups are busy helping the less fortunate.

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tneditor@tnonline.com to let us know what the wish list is for your nonprofit group. Be sure to include contact information.Lansford AliveLansford Alive Events Committee is trying to revitalize Kennedy Park in Lansford. In 2016, we are planning a 40th anniversary rededication of the Miners' Monument and coordinating a Heritage Day with this event.• Paint for the gazebo and stain sealer for the roof of the gazebo.• Pavers for a walkway to the Miners' Monument.• Trees and flowers for a flower bed• Park BenchesLansford AliveP.O. Box 172Lansford PA 18232Tamaqua YMCAColored copy paperConstruction paperTissue paperTissuesPaper towelsToilet paperDish soapGift cards to Walmart, Becker's School Supplies, Michaels CraftsOffice deskClorox wipesAir freshenersBaby toysPrinter inkPreschool cubbiesTwo preschool rugs 7-by-12 ovalNicholas ZigmantExecutive DirectorTamaqua YMCA1201 E. Broad St.Tamaqua, PA 18252Feed the PeopleElectric Can Opener (to handle Large No. 10 Cans)Electric MixerSlotted cooking spoonsLarge cooking forksLarge frying panGift cards for food markets to help purchase food servedPaper products: Napkins, plates, towelsPlastic UtensilsFeed the PeopleLansford, PA570-657-1480VALOR ClinicSome of the items VALOR Clinic in Jonas is in need of, according to Operation: Touch of Home, are: laundry detergent, dish soap, 40-gallon trash bags, coffee, lunch meat, cheese, sourdough bread, water, grapefruit juice, and green apples. Also flannel sleep bottoms, hand and foot warmers, and men's jeans.For additional information contact 570-369-3797.Tamaqua Day CareTamaqua Area Adult Day Care Center is asking for:• 5-ounce plastic disposable drinking cups• Velvet art coloring books• Packets of brightly colored buttons for crafts• Gift cards to Boyers or Walmart to purchase food suppliesThe center is at 300 W. Broad St., Tamaqua, PA 18252, 570-668-6556.West Penn LionsThe West Penn Township Lions club is looking for residents of our communities who would like to make a difference in other people's lives. Lions are committed to providing services for youth and the elderly, improving the environment, building homes for the disabled, supporting diabetes education, conducting hearing and vision programs and, through their foundation, providing disaster relief around the world.Some local projects include:Halloween: Community parade, trunk or treatChristmas: Holiday food boxes, Santa school visit, ringing bells for the Salvation ArmyEaster: Egg huntsSenior fun day, high school senior scholarships, contributions to community (eyeglasses, disaster relief), helping to feed the hungry (West Penn Township residents).Contact: Lion Bob and Becky at 570 386-3045.