City of Reno recently issued the following announcement.
On Sunday, December 19, 2021, from noon to 3 p.m., Reno firefighters will turn the Reno Ballroom into a winter wonderland for local children in need.
Children ages 6-12, primarily from Reno’s downtown core area, have been preselected by the Washoe County School District, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada, and Pathfinders Children’s Ministry to attend this special event.
Reno firefighters and police officers, their families and other community volunteers will gather to host the annual children’s holiday party. Children will have an opportunity to make ornaments and gifts, play games and more, all led by adult and high school role models to create a memorable and fun day.
A highlight of the event for many children is the “Toy Room,” where attendees select a present and receive other gifts. A hot lunch is being donated and catered by the Silver Legacy through the generous efforts of Gary Carano.
The holiday party is returning after a one-year hiatus due to the pandemic. In 2019, an estimated 70 children and 100 volunteers gathered for the party that is annually supported by donations from City of Reno employees, local businesses, artists and various volunteers.
Reno firefighters organized the first children’s holiday party in 2001.
If the public would like to donate new and/or gently used children’s clothing, toys or money, individuals can do so by dropping items off at the Reno Fire Department – Station 2 located at 2500 Sutro St. in Reno between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. by no later than Saturday, December 18.
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