Published: December 10, 2007

Folsom Open Air Market Helps Christmas Basket Program Toy Collection

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The Folsom Open Air Market is accepting new, unwrapped toys for the "Christmas Basket Program" at Folsom High School on Saturday, Dec 15 and Sunday, Dec 16, between 9am and 4pm.

The Folsom Police Department and the Twin Lakes Food Bank apply the donations to their "Christmas Basket" event, to help local families in need.

To get to the Folsom Open Air Market, enter Folsom High School from Prairie City Road and follow the signs toward the Auto Expo. While you're at the market, be sure to take a look at the unique gift items being offered. From gifts for the pampered pooch to gourmet cookware, candles, and home decor, you'll find one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.

You could also help the "Christmas Basket Program" by adopting a family or making a monetary donation. Call the "Christmas Basket" hotline at 492-8607 for more information.

Note that Families in need must sign up for the basket program by 5pm, December 13th at the Folsom Food Bank on Montrose drive or at the Police Department. If you know a family that needs help, be sure to tell them about it. Baskets are distributed to those registered families on Thursday December 20th, at 310 East Bidwell Street, next to Bailies restaurant.

Contact Lori Wille www.folsomopenairmarket.com