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The Dorr Family Christmas Lights Display had the final show last night with Straight No Chaser singing Auld Lang Syne and the elves, Jingle, Jangle, and Elf Judy, saying their farewells at 11:00pm. Throughout the 36 day showing, those stopping by placed $1,527.26 in the donation box at the end of the drive. We also received a $100 check from the Copwood Hill Foundation in honor of the Ron Krause Family, for a total of $1,627.26 that will go directly to Heartland Habitat for Humanity organization. What generosity in this tough economic climate! This generosity was clearly demonstrated when three youngsters stood in 10º weather last night, putting their 42 pennies in the donation box. That wasn’t an easy task because of the design of the donation box, but shows the giving spirit of the Christmas season. They were giving their money so others could enjoy a warm home in years to come.

So here we are at 2010, and plans are underway for the new Dorr Family Christmas Lights Display which will be unveiled to the public on Thanksgiving night, November 25, at 5:30PM. Keep up-to-date with periodic postings throughout the year of our progress. And be sure to come Listen To The Lights in person with new songs, and changes to this year’s display. There is also one more video from this year’s display that needs editing, which will be posted soon.

HAPPY NEW YEAR

With more snow and rain which blew some GFCIs, and a significantly reduced volume of traffic, it has been decided that tonight, New Year’s Eve, will be the last Christmas Lights Display show of the season. I’ll make every effort to have the complete show up and running for those who wish to stop by one last time, and we’ll keep the lights on until 11:00pm.

It has been a very joyous season for us behind the scenes, and appreciate all of the wonderful comments. We also appreciate all who made donations to Heartland Habitat for Humanity. The total amount collected will be posted tomorrow.

The plan was to run this year’s Christmas Lights Display through New Year’s Eve, but now we’re thinking of extending one more day to give everyone who wants to, a chance of  seeing it in person. We’re also hoping to reach donations to Heartland Habitat for Humanity of $2,000. After last night, people watching our display have contributed over $1,500. Outstanding.

While it is super that we’re receiving an outpouring of generosity, we also received the following note in the donation box:

This was the most fun we’ve had all season! Thank You!!!

The note is appreciated and we’re very pleased that our display is bringing the joy of the season to so many.

Five days ago I was pleased as punch to report that we had received in excess of $500 in contributions which will go directly to Heartland Habitat for Humanity. Surprise, surprise, tonight we exceed the $1,000 level. What tremendous generosity Kansas City. Thanks to all who made contributions which will go toward building another house, but more importantly, bring hope to a very deserving family.

Our display will be running for another 10 nights. Do I dare hope that we can hit the $2,000 mark? Heck yes I can. Isn’t that what the Christmas season holds for all of us – - – hope!

This is our first year asking for contributions to a worthy charity, Heartland Habitat for Humanity. And tonight we reached and exceeded the $500 level. That is awesome, and as Elf Judy says during the show, “Thanks for your contribution!”

But don’t stop now. Let’s go for $1,000. You can contribute in person if you live in the KC area by stopping by and placing a donation in the house to the left of the driveway. And for those outside of KC, just click on the Heartland Habitat Donation link in the left hand column. Remember to place a comment that you are making the contribution on behalf of the Dorr Family Christmas Lights Display. Thanks everyone.