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Join us for the 34th Annual Anoka Tree Lighting event, a festive celebration that’s fun for the whole family! Enjoy a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the Santa Shack, listen to the cheerful sounds of the 7th Avenue Carolers, and savor holiday music throughout the evening. Indulge in delicious treats from food vendors, take a scenic ride on the horse-drawn trolleys, warm up by the bonfires, and, of course, take part in the exciting countdown to the tree lighting and fireworks. Giving Back to the Community This year, let's give back to the community! Toys for Joy will be collecting new, unwrapped gifts for children in need in Anoka County! Gifts may be dropped off at their booth in the plaza. Stuff the Bus! First Student Bus Company will be gathering non-perishable food items and monetary donations for ACBC Food Shelf. The bus will be parked on 1st Ave near the plaza. Santas elves welcome you!

JOIN STORIES FOUNDATION FOR A Holiday BENEFIT CONCERT & Survivor Story Panel SUPPORTING STORIES FOUNDATION’S ANTI-TRAFFICKING WORK.

Wishes & More is a Minnesota-Based, Tax Deductible Children’s Charity that: Enhances the life of a child fighting a terminal or life-threatening condition by providing extraordinary experiences including wishes, scholarships, memorials and more. 40% of all proceeds from Urban Air park admissions will support our kids + all Santa Visit funds benefit WAM

Join us for a community celebration! Enjoy cocoa and cookies, take pictures with Santa and listen to live music. There will be snow hills to play on and fire pits to keep warm. Make sure you stay for the countdown to a twinkling light display on the tree and fireworks! Non-perishable food and monetary donations will be accepted at the event for the Coon Rapids High School Food Shelf and Cardinal Compassion Fund.

Whether it’s volunteering, donating or spreading the word about FMSC, there are many exciting ways to get involved. Volunteer at a Meal Packing Event. Days and times vary. Coon Rapids

Our primary focus is on supporting youth and education, along with various community groups - through a combination of hands-on, roll-up-our-sleeves service and fundraising efforts. Feel free to join us for good conversation, inspiration and more importantly learn more about we do to make a positive impact in the community and around the world. The Club is currently meeting in-person twice per month on the second and fourth Monday of each month beginning at 12:15 p.m. at the Bunker Hills Event Center.