Amador County – The annual toy drive has begun at the Jackson Rancheria Casino, which has also prepared to spread the Christmas spirit with its free annual Christmas Hay Rides, which begin Monday.

The annual Jackson Rancheria Christmas Toy Drive is already under way and collection boxes are available at two locations on the Rancheria. New, unwrapped toys can be dropped in the box in the Casino Lobby or during the free Holiday Hay Rides. The Rancheria is collecting the toys for the annual Jackson Rancheria/Amador County Sheriff’s Office Christmas Toy Drive, and the toys are distributed to needy children throughout Amador County.

The Hay Rides are available Monday through Thursday, December 5-15, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Jackson Rancheria Fire Station on Dalton Road. Look for the big tent.

The Holiday Hay Rides feature a festive ride around the extraordinarily decorated Rancheria, which has more than 2.5 million lights, followed by a visit with Santa for the kids and refreshments for everyone.

The Rancheria recommends dressing warmly and bringing your camera for this great family photo opportunity.

The Jackson Rancheria Casino & Hotel is located at 12222 New York Ranch Road in Jackson. For more information, call 800-822-9466 or visit JacksonCasino.com.

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