Huge 'Cruise-Thru' Toy Collection Drive Returns To Massapequa

MASSAPEQUA, NY — The Town of Oyster Bay's massive "Cruise-Thru" Toys for Tots Collection Drive will return to John Burns Park in Massapequa this year on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain date is Dec. 4).

In partnership with the United States Marine Corps and Optimum, the town is collecting toys to help those less fortunate throughout the community during the upcoming holiday season. In addition to the Cruise-Thru, toy collection boxes are located at town facilities through Dec. 14.

"The Toys for Tots Drive has long been a huge success under the leadership of the U.S. Marine Corps, especially here in the Town of Oyster Bay, as just last year we collected over 20,000 toys for Long Island children," said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. "I encourage all of our residents who are able to donate to this amazing cause, as the Toys for Tots Drive helps ensure that disadvantaged children within our community do not have to go the holiday season without something to bring them happiness."

The Cruise-Thru Holiday Toy Drive will provide residents a way to contribute directly to the cause and help bring a smile to a child's face this holiday season. Additionally, the event will feature an appearance by Santa Claus, and a drop box where kids can deposit their letters to Santa. Letters dropped off with a legible name and return address will be answered by Santa before the holiday.

Toys for Tots Collection Boxes are located at the following locations:

• Oyster Bay Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay
• Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa;
• Ice Skating Center at Bethpage Community Park, 1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage