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01/12/2026

01/06/2026

Who doesn’t enjoy snuggling up with a good book when it’s cold outside?!? Besides, whether your New Year’s resolution is to improve your health, learn a new skill or read more, SOMC Volunteer Services is hosting once again, a challenge that may motivate you to do just that! Starting January 5, you can obtain a Reading Challenge form from Volunteer Services and get ready to mix it up! There are 15 reading categories that may delight you, push you outside your reading comfort zone, or introduce you to your new favorite author. Simply read books that match at least five of the 15
categories, turn in your completed challenge form and be entered in the drawing on February 27, for a fun cozy winter reading prize! (One entry per volunteer). Categories include:

- A book published before 2000
- A book you have been looking forward to
- A book with food or drink on the cover
- A book that is first in a series
- A book with a one word title
- A book by an author you’ve never heard of
before
- A book recommended by a friend
- A cozy mystery
- A book by an author who has written more
than 10 books
- An digital audio or e-book
- A book with a number in the title
- A book with a love triangle
- A Cookbook
- A book based on a true story
- A book with a “color” in the title

For further information or to have a challenge form emailed to you please feel free to contact the Volunteer Office at 740-356-8234.

12/24/2025

Dear SOMC Volunteers and Staff,

As the snow begins to settle in the North Pole, and the year comes to a close, it’s time for me to flutter until this time next year. ❄️

Before I go, I want to THANK YOU for welcoming me so kindly at SOMC, as I had so much fun spending time with you, sharing smiles, laughter, and a little winter magic along the way. Getting to know each of you has been such a gift, and I truly appreciate all that you do for others every single day.

Your kindness, dedication, and hearts have made this season brighter than I ever imagined. 💙

Until we meet again, please know how grateful I am—and how much I’ll be smiling when I think of you.

With snowy hugs and thanks,
Snowphia ❄️⛄️

12/24/2025

Two more sleeps till Christmas morn,
Stars are twinkling, hope is born.
Blankets cozy, dreams take flight,
Two more sleeps till pure delight! 🎄✨

Sweet Dreams,
Snowphia

12/22/2025

🎄❤️ VOLUNTEER TREAT ALERT! ❤️🎄
Drop by the Volunteer Office between 1-3pm and get your jingle on with a tasty treat made by our very own Volunteer Elf, Snowphia 💚. Yes, Grinch Sundaes are waiting in the wings at the Volunteer Cafe & Grill…minty green ice cream, whipped cream so fluffy it should have its own pillow, and a red hat made with a sugar cone to top it all off 🎅🏽. So make like a Grinch and sneak on over and grab one before they're gone‼️

12/22/2025

❄️📚 Snowphia is hanging out at the book sale this morning and having the best time browsing all the shelves‼️ This is your last-minute chance before Christmas to snag some amazing reads and gifts. From cozy stories to exciting treasures, there are lots of fun gifts for everyone on your list. Don’t miss it—come shop, explore, and celebrate the season with us! Waller Corridor - now until 3pm. Open to all (staff and public)🎄✨

12/21/2025

This clever little Elf had a mischievous plan,
She rallied Jenny’s ducks—“Quack fast if you can!”
With antlers atop him and a nose glowing red,
Wrnglr’s now a reindeer (or so he’s been led 😉).

Jenny will gasp—oh yes, that’s for sure,
When she strolls down the walk, surprised to the core!
She’ll laugh and exclaim, “Oh my goodness, how cute!”
As the ducks and I cheer, “We think he’s a beaut‼️”

XOXO,
Snowphia ❄️

12/20/2025

You butter watch out,
You butter not cry,
You butter not pout,
I’m telling you why…
Only 5 days until Christmas‼️
By the way, Jenny and I made pancakes this morning, and oh my goodness..,best pancakes ever🥞

12/19/2025

🧝‍♂️ Elf Surveillance in Progress 👀🚨
Perched up high in a tree, not touching the floor,
On a festive mission, watching the door 🚪✨
Staff come and go with a smile and a grin 😄
All GELLING IN & OUT—now that’s a holiday WIN‼️🏆🎉

Behave yourselves… this elf is definitely keeping an eye out around here 😉📋

12/18/2025

Bella, one of our Pawsitive Care Team Volunteers, stopped by the Volunteer Office yesterday afternoon and had a magical encounter with Snowphia, our Volunteer Elf ✨. The two shared a cheerful chat about the sparkle of friendship while checking out the elf surveillance setup in the office. Bella was delighted when Snowphia surprised her with a delicious treat—a sweet reminder of their brand-new friendship.

They wrapped up their visit with smiles all around, signing off with a big “Pawsitive Hug & A Merry Christmas” 🎄🐾

12/17/2025

Because you are a volunteer,
You deserve a special treat.
So I’ve brought a little goodie,
A snack that’s fun to eat.
It pops up white and fluffy,
And smells so yummy too.
I fixed it in a jiffy,
And it’s from little me to YOU 🍿

If you are out and about popcorn is available in the Volunteer Office today‼️