Each branch has chosen its own activities based on the specific needs of its community. Donations range from food baskets and children’s gifts to holiday dinners for families and much more. This year, specific local activities include:

— Lake Placid branch is collecting toys for the North Elba Christmas Fund and will gather pet food and supplies for the Tri-Lakes Humane Society.

— Saranac Lake is collecting toys, clothes, shoes, boots, winter outerwear and board games for Holiday Helpers.

— Tupper Lake Park Street branch is collecting canned food items for the Tupper Lake Community Food Pantry.