MJ's retains title in Carson City Battle of the Bars Toy Drive
For the third straight year, MJ’s Sports Bar in Carson City is winner of the Battle of the Bars Toy Drive for the Salvation Amy, with patrons and employees having collected 145 toys.
MJ's is located 3679 S. Carson St and has retained the title, collecting the most toys in this annual collection drive among Carson City bars to benefit the Salvation Army.
Several local bars have been collecting toys since late November. On Saturday night, Dec. 15, Captain Mark Cyr, Commanding Officer of The Salvation Army Serving Carson City and Douglas County, went out collecting the toys and congratulating the winners.
Crossroad’s Lounge at 300 E. Winnie Lane came in 2nd place with 80 toys, followed by Blue Bull at 107 E. Telegraph St came in third with 58 toys. Ed’s Doghouse at 3300 Airport Rd gets a special mention with 55 toys collected.
“This is the most toys we have seen from the Battle of the Bars competition in its five year history,” said Captain Cyr. "This is a vital campaign in our efforts to serve the disadvantaged children of our community and we want everyone to know how appreciative we are."
The Salvation Army Serving Carson City and Douglas County will be providing Christmas gifts for more than 1,000 underprivileged children. Angel Trees and Barrels are placed in area locations during the first part of November until Dec. 17. Community members purchase items for children and return the gifts to the location where the angel tree or barrels are located.
Donations can be made at The Salvation Army’s 911 E. 2nd St. location in Carson City up through Dec. 24. Monetary donations can be made as well. For online donations go to CarsonRedKettle.org
For more information about the Angel Tree program, please contact Christie Contreras at (775) 887-9120 Ext 2.
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