Sharing Smiles and Cheer: Our Christmas Dinner Gathering

TJCS • December 26, 2025

On Sunday, December 21st, we held our annual Christmas Dinner event at The Hungry Moose Bar & Restaurant.

Around 40 guests, adults and children alike, joined us for a cheerful evening, enjoying turkey plates as well as other favorite food and drinks, all while sharing plenty of smiles.

People at a restaurant table, smiling, with drinks and menu. One person gives a thumbs-up.

People gathered at a restaurant table, some wearing Santa hats. Colorful decor, food, drinks visible.

A Visit from Santa

One of the highlights of the night was a special visit from Santa Claus.

Dressed in full Santa costume and rushing over by train, his surprise appearance instantly filled the venue with festive Christmas spirit.

Santa Claus dancing in a restaurant with a woman waving. Christmas tree and present are illustrated in front.

Gifts and Prizes

After everyone had enjoyed their meal, it was time for the door prizes.

Small Canadian-themed gifts were handed out, and we also saw some guests exchanging presents with one another, creating many heartwarming moments throughout the room.

People at an event. A woman in green hands something to a child. A man wears a Christmas vest.

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Man holding a small glass, smiling at a social gathering in a restaurant.

People toasting at a bar with drinks. Bartender and patrons raise glasses. Christmas decorations visible.

It was a relaxed and joyful evening, full of laughter and warm connections (and even the weather was warm!).

For both first-time attendees and regular participants, it became (albeit 4 days early) a memorable Christmas night to cherish.

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