The Echoes of the Past Cookies with Santa event Saturday, Dec. 14, will give kids the chance to tell Santa what they hope to find under the Christmas tree. Shown with Santa at a past event are Camrin, Collie and Corrie (no last name(s) provided). Photo provided by The Echoes of the Past.

News Release

CLAYPOOL — The Echoes of the Past antique tractor club is preparing for its final two community events of the year.

The club will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for its annual Cram the Tram event to benefit Toys for Tots. Last year, 988 children in need benefited from event. Toys may be dropped at Beacon Credit Union, Owens Meat Market, Keirn Trucking, Runnings, Rural King and both Splendor Boat locations.

The club also will be hosting Cookies with Santa from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at 6840 S. County Farm Road, Claypool. Participants can enjoy cookies and hot cocoa, a horse-drawn sleigh ride, a take-home craft and a visit with Santa. The event is free to the community.

The Echoes of the Past has been marking its 30th anniversary this year.

According to a news release from the club, the club prides itself on its service to the community and appreciates the community support it receives. The Kosciusko County Convention, Recreation and Visitor Commission has been one of the club’s biggest supporters, the release said. Tourism grants through the commission have helped build a new pavilion and provide bleachers and a well on site. The enhancements help to make events more enjoyable for those in attendance at the club’s SummerFest and Fall Festival, as well as at Cookies with Santa event.