Register O'Donnell Wraps Up 15th Annual Toys for Tots Drive

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell and Registry Staff delivered donations from the Registry's Annual Toys for Tots drive to Staff Sgt. Fetrow, Sgt. Ponte, and Cpl. Silveria, representing the 1st Battalion, 25th Marines, during a pickup event on Dec. 7th.

With the help of the local community, business owners, and staff, the Registry collected more than 100 gifts during the drive.

"I would like to thank everyone who generously donated to the Registry's 15th Annual Toys for Tots Drive. We are grateful for the service of all veterans past and present and are, as always, honored to partner with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in their annual toy drive, which helps make the holiday brighter for so many," said Registrar O'Donnell.

The Registry of Deeds has collected over 1,600 donations for Toys for Tots since 2007.

"We can't possibly do this without the support of the local community, and seeing people come out to donate means everything," said Staff Sgt. Andrew Fetrow. "By doing an event like this, you get to witness the best side of people and know that these donations are going to give children, who might not otherwise have had the opportunity, a happy Christmas."

This year marks the 75th anniversary of Toys for Tots. The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program's mission is to help less fortunate children experience the joy and happiness associated with Christmas. The program operates in more than 800 cities and towns throughout all 50 states. Since 1947, the national program has delivered more than 627 million toys.

Register O'Donnell expressed his gratitude for the generosity of county employees, title examiners, attorneys, and residents from across Norfolk County in contributing to this year's Toys for Tots Drive.

To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on Facebook at facebook.com/norfolkdeeds. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @norfolkdeeds.

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities, and others with a need for secure, accurate, and accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website, www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.

Register O’Donnell Announces Toys for Tots Drive

Believing that the true spirit of the holidays is based on giving, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell announced today that the Registry will be sponsoring its 15th Annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive.

 

“The registry is proud to partner with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve to help deliver a happy Christmas to children this holiday season,” said Register O’Donnell. “Also, we thank the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and all our Military personnel for their service.”

 

Register O’Donnell Announces Toys for Tots Drive

Donations of new toys and games for toddlers and children up to age ten can be brought directly to the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds building located at 649 High St. in Dedham from Monday, November 21, 2022, until noon on Wednesday, December 7, 2022. A marked donation bin will be set up in the lobby, which is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

 

“This year, especially with inflation rates at record highs, the registry is reaching out to the Norfolk County community to give to the Toys for Tots drive,” said O’Donnell. “Because no family should have to struggle to give their child a gift this holiday season.”

 

This year marks the 75th anniversary of Toys for Tots. The program was established in 1947 when the wife of a Marine major wanted to donate a Raggedy Ann doll for Christmas, but couldn’t find an organization to accept it. Since then, the national program has delivered over 627 million toys.

 

Register O’Donnell noted, “Every holiday season, the Registry witnesses firsthand the many acts of kindness and Christmas spirit as numerous people drop off gifts for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive. It’s truly wonderful to see so many people drop off gifts, from Registry employees to title examiners to attorneys and from the general public,” noted Register O’Donnell.

 

The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program’s mission is to help less fortunate children experience the joy and happiness associated with Christmas. The program operates in more than 800 cities and towns throughout all 50 states.

 

“Since that time, this program has spread so much joy with the gifts that have been donated,” noted the Register.

 

Register O’Donnell concluded, "We all have the power to make a child’s Christmas something special, and therefore, giving to the Toys for Tots drive just might make it the best Christmas present you can give yourself this holiday season."

 

If you would like to stay up to date on upcoming Registry of Deeds events, programs and real estate information you can sign up for our Registry email updates at www.norfolkdeeds.org, like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/norfolkdeeds or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/norfolkdeeds. Our Customer Service Center is also available to assist you at (781) 461-6101.

 

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities, and others with a need for secure, accurate, and accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry’s website, www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell Thanks Contributors to Registry’s Annual Holiday Food Pantry and Toys for Tots Drives

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell today expressed his sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to the Registry’s 2021 Annual Holiday Food Drive and Toys for Tots collection. “Despite the ongoing pandemic, both our Holiday Food Pantry Drive and Toys for Tots collection were a great success,” stated the Register.

“I am thankful,” O’Donnell noted, “for the generosity of so many Norfolk County residents who took the opportunity to donate and to help make the holiday season a little more special for those facing hardships. I’m also grateful to our employees who contributed and helped to organize the drives.”

The non-perishable food collected during the drive is dispensed to several pantries throughout Norfolk County and in early December several boxes of toys were delivered to the US Marine Corps Reserve depot at the Convention Center in South Boston. 

Register O’Donnell stated, “While the holiday food drive has ended, it does not stop hunger from affecting many of our neighbors. A report done by Project Bread noted that approximately 1 out of 10 households in Massachusetts are considered food insecure and 1 out of 8 Massachusetts children are in the same category. Altogether there are 266,500 food insecure households in Massachusetts.

Register O’Donnell concluded by saying, “I urge residents to continue their generosity by dropping off supplies at their local pantries. Beside food, many pantries are requesting toiletries and paper products. Dropping off a donation at your local food pantry can make a world of difference to a struggling family, especially in the winter months when the cost of fuel can play havoc with a family’s budget.”

For a list of food pantries, please visit the Registry of Deeds website at www.norfolkdeeds.org, go to the top of the menu bar, click on News and Events and then in the drop down box click on “food pantries”. To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on Twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and Instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds.

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds is located at 649 High Street in Dedham.  The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information.  All land record research information can be found on the Registry’s website www.norfolkdeeds.org.  Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. 

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell Thanks

Register O'Donnell Announces Toy for Tots Drive

Believing that the true spirit of the holidays is based on giving, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell announced today that the Registry will again be sponsoring its 14th Annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive.

Register O'Donnell noted, "Every holiday season, the Registry witnesses firsthand the many acts of kindness and Christmas spirit as numerous people drop off gifts for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive.  It's truly wonderful to see so many people drop off gifts from Registry employees to title examiners to attorneys and from the general public. I fondly remember one year a local mother brought her young children who wanted to drop off toys," noted Register O'Donnell.

This year marks the 74^th anniversary of Toys for Tots.  The program was established in 1947 when the wife of a Marine major wanted to donate a Raggedy Ann doll for Christmas, but couldn't find an organization to take it.  "Since that time this program has spread so much joy with the gifts that have been donated," noted the Register.

The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program's mission is to help less fortunate children experience the joy and happiness associated with Christmas. The program operates in 800 cities and towns throughout all 50 states.

Donations of new toys and games for toddlers and children up to age ten can be brought directly to the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds building located at 649 High St. in Dedham from Monday, November 29, 2021 until Noon, on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. A marked donation bin will be set-up in the lobby which is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am until 4:30pm.

Toy for Tots Drive

Register O'Donnell concluded "We all have the power to make a child's Christmas something special, and therefore giving to the Toys for Tots drive just might make it the best Christmas present you can give yourself this holiday season."

To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, like us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds and Instagram.com/NorfolkDeeds.

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information.  All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org.  Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.

Toys for Tots Festival => July 24

3rd Annual Toys For Tots Festival. More details as the we get closer to the event. More vendors and more raffles, with special guests.

As of now (July 19) here is Christmas in July setlist. (*Subject to change if need be)

• Eventmusicpros
• JohnnyMac Productions
• Run'N Wild Band
• JJ Jones & AJ Hapenny
• Street45band

Event will be CA$H only No Credit Cards at bar!!! ATM inside as well as across the street at Big Y.

% of sales goes to Toys For Tots

Where: The Alumni Restaurant and Bar

For additional updates follow the event on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/256879422661382/

Toys for Tots Festival => July 24 

JohnnyMac presents: Toys For Tots Festival - July 24, 2021

"Early Stages of event. Everything is pending due to the pandemic. 

Follow the event for further details and if you would like to have a vendor table or would like to donate for the raffle table please reach out. 

Thank you"

SATURDAY, JULY 24, 2021 AT 12:30 AM EDT – 11:30 PM EDT

At The Alumni Bar & Grill

Facebook event = https://www.facebook.com/events/256879422661382/

JohnnyMac presents: Toys For Tots Festival - July 24, 2021

"a need to provide more for teens and young adults"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Giving can be infectious.

Mason and William Roddy have experienced that feeling in spades in the process of organizing their Toys for Tufts gift donation drive. Although they’ve been doing the drive for three years, this is the second “official” year that Franklin’s Keller Elementary School and Annie Sullivan Middle School have been involved.

The drive continues through this week, with pick-up of donations planned early on Friday, Dec. 13.

“We are so excited to be doing this again, and to have the support of so many,” says Paetra Ranieri, the boys’ mother."

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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191209/franklin-teen-family-organize-gift-drive-for-young-cancer-patients

#KellerSchoolCommunity it’s the final week to donate to our second annual Toys for Tufts drive. pic.twitter.com/2HU9gSPXAN

— Helen Keller School (@KellerSchool) December 8, 2019

"a need to provide more for teens and young adults"

Register O'Donnell Reminds Residents About Toys for Tots Drive

Press Release - Register O'Donnell Reminds Residents About Toys for Tots Drive

Dedham, MA - Register O'Donnell noted, "This is the 14th year the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds has been proud to sponsor its U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive. The response we have had to the drive year after year tells me that the true spirit of the holidays is based on giving. We have witnessed firsthand the many acts of kindness and Christmas spirit as numerous people, ranging from Registry employees, title examiners, attorneys and the general public, have dropped off toys for those less fortunate." This year marks the 72nd anniversary of Toys for Tots. The program was established in 1947 when the wife of a Marine major wanted to donate a Raggedy Ann doll for Christmas, but couldn't find an organization to take it. "Since that time 566 million gifts have been donated including 18 million toys last year," noted the Register. The Toys for Tots program operates in 800 cities and towns throughout all 50 states. The Toys for Tots drives annually has 40,000 people involved in the drive, ranging from Marines to volunteers. Donations of unwrapped new toys and games can be brought directly to the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds building located at 649 High St. in Dedham Center from now until Noon, on Wednesday, December 11, 2019. A marked donation bin will be set-up in the lobby which is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am until 4:30pm. Register O'Donnell concluded "We all have the power to make Christmas something special. Giving to the Toys for Tots truly represents the best of the holiday season." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on facebook.com/norfolkdeeds, follow us on twitter and instagram @norfolkdeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. 2019 Annual Toys for Tots Drive This year's drive is on-going and will end next Wednesday, December 11th at noon time.  Please consider dropping a toy off in the Toys for Tots box in the Registry's Main Lobby, thank you! email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-461-6116 web: https://www.norfolkdeeds.org

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In the News: 2nd Annual Toys for Tots at Alumni

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"With a blended family of five children ages 6-17, John MacLennan and his wife, Tara, try their “absolute best” to keep a smile on the kids’ faces.

For the Plainville couple, there is nothing quite like inspiring smiles and joy. And they don’t keep it just within the family.

The pair are the organizers behind the Toys For Tots Festival planned for Saturday at Franklin’s Alumni Restaurant. The event, which will take place from 3-11 p.m., is aimed at bringing people together to enjoy entertainment, food and cheerful company while also benefiting a cause that is sure to inspire countless smiles come Christmas morning.

This is the second year the couple is planning the event."

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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191114/couple-plan-toys-for-tots-festival-at-franklins-alumni-restaurant


Follow the Facebook event:  https://www.facebook.com/events/441604416644253/ — at The Alumni Restaurant and Bar.

2nd Annual Toys For Tots Festival at Alumni on Nov 16

2nd Annual Toys For Tots Festival at Alumni on Nov 16

Saturday, Nov 16 "at the The Alumni Restaurant and Bar there will be a big event happening. 

The JohnnyMac Productions will have the 2nd annual Toys For Tots Festival. This year we have alot in store and fun for all ages. 

Santa will be there from 4-6, there will be hanna tattoo, candy shop, foster kid information, kid karaoke, magician will be preforming. Then as the night carries on we will have a local band of HS kids from KP preforming, 2 local acoustic artists and more adult karaoke as well. 

Not only will there be performances but the whole event is based on toys for tots so bring an unwrapped toy to the event and you will be given a ticket to enter one of several raffle donations from local and corporate business I have received for this event. You can also purchase more tickets as well, and all the money goes towards toys for tots.

Below is the link for the event. Also if you can not make it and but would like to donate a toy we have a few drop off locations that will be at local business.

• Alumni Restaurant (Franklin)
• Abbellirisi Salon (Plainville Center)
• Union Straw (Foxboro)
• Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Cente/ The Orpheum Theatre (Foxboro)
• Nick Cerio's Kenpo (Bellingham)"

Follow the Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/441604416644253/ — at The Alumni Restaurant and Bar.

2nd Annual Toys For Tots Festival at Alumni on Nov 16

Toys for Tots Festival - Alumni - Dec 1

"still time to donate if you can’t make it. Alumni Restaurant has a few drop boxes there. 

You can also donate thru PayPal which is linked below. Donations thru PayPal and day of event will be entered into our amazing raffles we received from various local and big business donations. 

Again if any more local business want to donate there is still time just either contact myself or Johnna Masala. Again thank you everyone for your support and hopefully we can make children that are in need a magical holiday!"

Paypal donation link

Facebook event https://www.facebook.com/events/498706080610428/

Toys for Tots Festival - Alumni - Dec 1

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Delivers Toys for Tots

Press Release ~ Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Delivers Toys for Tots

Dedham, MA - The Eleventh Annual Marine Corp Reserve Toys for Tots Drive at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds was a great success, according to Register Bill O'Donnell. "Every year many people come by, and are so generous in their giving. This year we had a great bunch of gifts ranging from sports equipment to puzzle and games to art supplies." Register O'Donnell noted that during the past 11 years, approximately 1,650 toys have been collected by the Registry thanks to the generosity of Registry employees, county advisory board members, title examiners and the general public "I would like to thank everyone for making the event such a wonderful success. Additionally, we are truly honored to partner with the Marine Corps Reserve in their Annual Toys for Tots drive which help makes the holiday brighter for more than 7 million children each year," said Register O'Donnell. On hand to deliver the toys to Master Sergeant Jim Hughes of Norwood were Register Bill O'Donnell and Treasurer Jim Timilty. To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on www.facebook.com/norfolkdeeds, follow us on twitter and www.instagram.com/norfolkdeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Department via telephone at (781) 461-6101, or visit us on the web at  www.norfolkdeeds.org.    Register O'Donnell Delivers Toy for Tots Drive From left to right: Norfolk County Treasurer Jim Timilty, Master Sergeant Jim Hughes and Register of Deeds Bill O'Donnell From left to right: Treasurer Jim Timilty and Register Bill O'Donnell loading up the Toys for Tots Van! email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-461-6116 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org STAY CONNECTED:

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MyFM's Stuff-a-Bus - Dec 2-3

On Saturday, December 2nd at 6 AM right through Sunday, December 3rd at 12 PM, MyFM Media will be setting up camp outside of Target on Fortune Boulevard in Milford for their first annual Stuff-a-Bus event collecting toys for Toys For Tots. 

"Folks are invited to visit us on location, right outside of Target with an unwrapped toy donation for Toys For Tots", explains MyFM's "Mr. Everything" Ray Auger. "The idea is to fill a Vendetti Bus in that 30-hour period. It's a aggressive goal but I know the kind of people we are working with in this community and I know it can be done."

The idea came to Auger from past Stuff-a-Bus events he was involved with working on radio station on Cape Cod and Portsmouth, NH. Target was quick to agree to help with the location and Vendetti Bus, a good friend of MyFM, was happy to lend them the bus. In case of exceeding their goal, the MyFM and Asphalt Engineering Station Wagon will also be on hand for additional storage of toys.

"We are very excited to add this event to our myriad of community outreach programs at MyFM Media," says MyFM Media President Tom McAuliffe. "Our local community supports us in so many wonderful ways, so giving back like this is never a question."

Can't make it to the event or want to give a little more? "We are offering a fun incentive for anyone who would like to donate $200 to the Stuff-a-Bus efforts", Auger adds. "We will broadcast a Facebook Live Shopping Spree in your honor to thank you for your generous donation. Anyone interested should contact me at your convenience."

If you would like more information about MyFM's Stuff-a-Bus, please contact Ray Auger at 617-851-7542 or www.myfm1013.com.

MyFM's Stuff-a-Bus - Dec 2-3

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Announces Toys for Tots Drive

Press Release ~ Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell Announces Toys for Tots Drive ~ Nov. 20th thru 12pm Dec. 13th

Dedham, MA - Believing that the true spirit of the holidays is based on giving, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell announced today that the Registry will be sponsoring its 11th Annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive. Register O'Donnell noted, "Every holiday season, the Registry witnesses firsthand the many acts of kindness and Christmas spirit as numerous people drop off gifts for the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive. It's truly wonderful to see so many people drop off gifts from Registry employees to title examiners to attorneys and from the general public. I fondly remember one year a local mother brought in her young children who wanted to drop off toys," noted Register O'Donnell. This year marks the 70th anniversary of Toys for Tots. The program was established in 1947 when the wife of a Marine major wanted to donate a Raggedy Ann doll for Christmas, but couldn't find an organization to take it. "Since that time $49 million in gifts have been donated," noted the Register. The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program's mission is to help less fortunate children experience the joy and happiness associated with Christmas. The program operates in 800 cities and towns throughout all 50 states. Donations of new toys and games for toddlers and children up to age ten can be brought directly to the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds building located at 649 High St. in Dedham from Monday, November 20, 2017 until Noon, on Wednesday, December 13, 2017. A marked donation bin will be set-up in the lobby which is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am until 4:30pm. Register O'Donnell concluded "We all have the power to make a child's Christmas something special, and therefore giving to the Toys for Tots drive just might make it the best Christmas present you gave yourself this holiday season." To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on facebook.com/norfolkdeeds, follow us on twitter and instagram @norfolkdeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. Register O'Donnell Announces Toy for Tots Drive November 20th through Noon time December 13th email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-461-6116 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

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