Eau Claire (WQOW) – Scarves, hats, and mittens are being donated at the Eau Claire State Theater to be hung in trees for people in need.
All items received at the theater will be hung on trees starting Sunday, Dec. 6 in Phoenix and Wilson Park with inspirational notes attached.
Organizers said anyone who needs a little extra warmth this winter is welcome to take the items. Anything remaining on trees on Christmas Eve will be taken to homeless shelters in Eau Claire.
The theater is open from 9 amuntil4:30 pm Monday through Friday, until 7 pm on Thursdays, and open Saturday from 10 am- 2 pm for anyone who would like to drop off donations that can also include coats, boots, snow pants, slippers, and blankets.People can enter at the art gallery lobby facing the LE Phillips Memorial Library.
On the same side of town, a Good Samaritan left hats, mittens, and coats on statue, poles, and trees all overBarstow Street. The items had notes with them saying Im not lost. Take me if you need me. Pass along what you can please.
Businesses on Barstow said the items arrived Wednesday, and they have no idea who is doing the good deed.