EXIT Realty Advantage NM News:

This holiday season, the community is invited to come together and make a difference in the lives of children across Northern New Mexico.

Join EXIT Realty Advantage NM for the 2023 Northern NM Toy Drive!

Thanks to partners — Los Alamos National Laboratory, Meow Wolf, Opulent, and the City of Santa Fe, as well as the many sponsors, who’s donations and drop-off locations (listed on their website) — Exit’s bringing holiday cheer to kids who need it most. It’s simple to participate.

Just visit their website at www.exittoydrive.com to make a donation, shop a wish list, or find a drop-off location near you.

Exit has partnered with 36 children’s organizations to ensure that your toy donation reaches those who will benefit the most. “Together, we can make this holiday season unforgettable for these deserving children. Visit www.exittoydrive.com today and be a part of the 2023 Northern NM Toy Drive. Let’s make their dreams come true!”

2023 Northern NM Toy Drive Events:

• Nov. 9: Toy Drive Officially Kicks Off! Drop-off locations will have their boxes ready to receive donations. Find all drop-off locations at www.exittoydrive.com
• Nov. 25: Giving Tree Forest at DeVargas Center. Come stroll through trees decorated by local businesses and organizations, and choose a tag off the Giving Tree, for one of the children. Rumor has it Santa will be there! We’ll also have a kids activity station, and hot chocolate. 1-3 p.m. at DeVargas Center. 
• Nov. 26: Santa Fe City Fire Department will have pictures with Santa on the Plaza! From 10 a.m.-1 p.m., bring a new unwrapped toy or a cash donation to The Plaza and get your picture taken with Santa in a vintage fire truck!
• Dec. 1: Santa Fe Foodies are hosting a Happy Hour at Vanessie’s. Bring a new unwrapped toy, and enjoy libations and delicious bites from 4-7 p.m.
• Dec. 9: Los Alamos Fire Department will host pictures with Santa at Smiths Marketplace! Bring a new unwrapped toy or a cash donation and get your picture taken with Santa on a firetruck! 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Smiths Marketplace in Los Alamos
• Dec. 15: 6^th Annual Ugly Sweater Party! Join local favorite Vanilla Pop and dance the night away! Join us at Fuller Lodge in Los Alamos! Opening act starts at 6:30 p.m., Vanilla Pop at 8 p.m. Cash Beer & Wine bar provided by Bathtub Row Brewing! Link for presale tickets at www.exittoydrive.com beginning Nov. 9. Presale tickets are $20. $25 at the door. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to the party! Silent auction, and prizes for best ugly sweater.