Operation Santa Claus: Hong Kong shopping centre holds Christmas-themed handicraft workshops for charity
- Pacific Place in Admiralty is hosting a ‘Fairytale Christmas’ campaign with a range of activities that run until January 2
- Young and old can learn to create their own festive wreaths and terrariums, with proceeds going to annual fundraising drive Operation Santa Claus
A shopping centre in a Hong Kong business district has launched Christmas-themed handicraft workshops for both young and old to create their own festive wreaths and small plant displays, with the proceeds going to charity.
As part of its commitment to giving back to the community, Swire Properties has extended an invitation to about 50 participants from the Foodlink Foundation, Children Chiropractic Foundation, Methodist Centre Aldrich Bay Integrated Children & Youth Services, Chai Wan Baptist Church Social Service and Amigos HK.
The individuals have the opportunity to participate in the shopping centre’s festive workshops, which for adults include crafting fairy wreaths and snowdrop lamps, while children will be able to try their hand at making mushroom terrariums, sealable glass containers that typically house miniature plants.
Ko Oi-wan, a volunteer in her 70s from the Foodlink Foundation, found the fairy wreath workshop to be meaningful because the activity helped foster a sense of community and camaraderie with her peers.
“I found the lighting and mirrors in the workshop to be absolutely beautiful,” she said. “The angels, butterflies, flowers and more added such a delightful touch.”
“As a volunteer at Foodlink, it’s truly satisfying to care for others by sharing food. Seeing the smiles on people’s faces when we distribute meals in the neighbourhood is incredibly rewarding,” Ko added.
Meanwhile, the mushroom terrarium workshop offered parents the opportunity to strengthen their bonds with their children.
Apart from workshops, the festive activities this year at the shopping centre also include dance and live orchestra performances.
