Big Toy Day was a huge success!
Despite threats from hurricane Irene, the morning of Aug. 27 brought nothing more than gusty winds and temperatures in the mid-80s to the Davidson County Airport– perfect for Big Toy Day 2011!
Ryan Farmer restored an old pickup truck to look like Tow Mater from the movie Cars.
Unofficially, more than 1,500 children and their families came out to enjoy around 50 “big toys,” including antique cars, fire trucks, police cars, heavy equipment and race cars. There was even a surprise visit from Tow Mater, the lovable tow truck from the movie Cars!
Though the Young Eagles were forced to cancel their free airplane rides due to high winds, there were plenty of other exciting happenings such as video games, laser tag and rides in a giant hamster ball by Games2U, cotton candy, sno-cones, balloon animals and toy tractor displays.
When all was said and done, nearly $6,000 had been raised. The money will be used to fund Communities In Schools programs at 24 schools in Lexington and Davidson County.
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Check out the media coverage of Big Toy Day:
CIS to host Big Toy Day for all ages – The Dispatch
Judy Butler and Cailee Calabrese at Big Toy Day 2011! — Hometown TV Today
Bigger is better: Giant toys bring out the kid in all ages — High Point Enterprise