The drive originally was set to end Dec. 3, but after such a successful run, student senate leaders decided to extend the drive through the end of Finals Week, Dec. 17.
"On Monday, we delivered 55 toys collected from the drive to the 194th Calvary National Guard Unit here in Pine City," says James Hinrichs, Student Senate Vice President. "Because the toy drive initially was so successful, we want to keep it going right up until the winter break. Plus, we're going to incorporate it into the Holiday Party, which is taking place at Chubby's on Dec. 16. For example, for each toy a student gives at the Holiday Party, they will receive an additional raffle ticket for prizes," Hinrichs explains.
Through Friday, Dec. 17, students, staff members, faculty members and anyone in the community may drop off unwrapped, new toys at PTC. People should look for the blue shopping cart at the college's main entrance. Gifts should be valued at no more than $10, and all items are locked during non-business hours. For more information, contact Amanda Spencer, PTC Student Senate Advisor, 320-629-5127.
Photo above: Members of the 194th Calvary National Guard Unit accept toy donations from PTC student senate leaders and Pine City Mayor Jane Robbins.
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