For Immediate Release:   May  20, 2008
Contact:   Sgt. Greg De Piano -  226-1560  
               Michelle Riordan  -   335-4114

 

 

 

9th Annual  “Toys for Kids” 
“Christmas in July”  Block Party

 

The “9th Annual - Toys for Kids - Christmas in July - Block Party” will be held on Sunday July 13, from 12 noon to 5 P.M. on Davis Avenue and Wabash Avenue,  along the bike path, in Linwood.

 

According to Sgt. Greg DePiano, President of the “Toys for Kids“, because of the tremendous success of last year’s event which was attended by over 1,000 individuals, new committees have been formed to assist in preparation and organization for this year’s event.  The 2008 Committees are Michelle Riordan,   Main Event Coordinator; Alex Mercado, Sponsor Coordinator; Atlantic County Freeholder Alisa Cooper, Publicity and Media Coordinator; Corey Riley, Toy Collection & Distribution;  Beth Epstein, Website Manager; Officers Jack Parisi  and Howard Booye,  Volunteer Coordinators;  and Joan De Piano - Raffles and Door Prizes.

 

The event will feature an appearance by Santa Claus at 2:00 PM, and a large variety of games, raffles, food, and entertainment.  At last year’s event, over $3,000  in door prizes were donated by area merchants, individuals and sponsors.

 

The “Toys for Kids” program is recognized through out Atlantic County where thousands of gifts are collected and then, distributed during the month of December to local children.  Because of the compassion and generosity of dedicated volunteers and sponsors who help throughout the year and with this annual event, those less fortunate in Atlantic County are able to enjoy  the Christmas  holidays.

 

Admission to the event is free, however, a new, unwrapped toy or game that “would put a smile on a child’s face” is required.  For additional information or  to become a sponsor or volunteer, please contact  Sgt. Greg DePiano  at 226-1560 or Michelle Riordan  at 335-4114.

 

Please visit the website: www.toysforkidsprogram.org.