OAK GROVE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – The Oak Grove Community Center transformed their gym into a toy store to give families the Christmas shopping experience at no cost.
“Times are hard,” said Grace Allen, a customer service representative with the community center. “It’s important that we always give back to the community and look out for the kids.”
Community Center Director Melissa Lynch was the brains behind the operation and brought the store to life. Registration opened up a few weeks ago for Oak Grove residents that wanted to participate. Around 110 families signed up to come shop today, and they were also able to submit their child’s Christmas lists to ensure the community center could stock the right toys.
Brand new dolls, games, toys, bikes and stocking stuffers were donated by local residents and businesses to stock the store.
