by Frank Drucker, publicity director, Empire City at Yonkers Raceway

Yonkers, NY — Empire City Gaming at Yonkers Raceway president Timothy J. Rooney is teaming with Catholic Charities to make the holiday season happier for the less fortunate.

The “racino” will host the “Christmas Spirit” program on consecutive Sundays, December 7 and 14, when patrons are asked to bring new, unwrapped toys on the first date, and new or gently used coats on the second date, anytime from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Any patron donating a toy or coat will receive a complimentary $5 free play voucher, limit one per customer.

Patrons can bring the toys and coats to the Entertainment Lounge in the Gotham Palace on the appropriate date.

Empire City Gaming is located at 810 Yonkers Avenue (at Central Avenue) in Yonkers, New York, Westchester County (I-87 to Exit 2).