‘Peace Toys for War Toys’ set for Dec. 17
SPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE
The 24th annual citywide “Peace Toys for War Toys” will be held Saturday, Dec. 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Education Building.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and registration ends at 12:30 p.m. Admission is non-perishable foods to stock the pantry at AIDS Care Service. Items will be collected by the Winston-Salem Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Youth 3 -14 years old must be accompanied by a parent. Youth may exchange violent toys and video games for peace toys such as basketballs, footballs, puzzles and video computer games.
Youth will also have an opportunity to win bicycles and other special prizes that promote fitness, education and peace.
Unwrapped toy donations may be given to Ben Piggott or staff at Carl H. Russell Sr. Community Center at 3521 Carver School Road.
High school students only can register for a chance to win a computer donated by Venable Tax Services.
Contact Ben Piggott at 336-727-2580 or Lee Shapiro at the Fairgrounds Annex at 336-734-1582 for more information.
