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New York-based country artist Jessica Lynn is spreading holiday cheer up and down the East Coast, with her annual “A Very Merry Classic Christmas” tour already marking major milestones this season.
The ninth installment of the holiday run has notched 10 sold-out shows and collected more than 6,500 toys for Toys for Tots since launching Nov. 26. American Songwriter has called the tour “one of the largest Toys for Tots drives of the holiday season,” highlighting its growing impact beyond the stage.
Lynn’s 16-date East Coast tour, which has drawn coverage from outlets including CNY Central, CBS affiliate WDBJ and ABC affiliate WSYR, continues through Sunday, Dec. 21, with a performance at The Newton Theatre in Newton, New Jersey.
The record-breaking, award-winning tour partners with local musicians and dancers in each city, transforming every stop into a community-centered celebration that spotlights young talent. What began as a small hometown tradition has evolved into one of the most significant Toys for Tots drives of the holiday season, benefiting families in need throughout the region.
This year, Lynn expanded the tour’s reach through a new partnership with electronics company Maxell, helping increase the number of toys distributed to children during the holidays. The effort has resulted in the tour being recognized as a corporate sponsor of Toys for Tots, with more than $100,000 worth of toys donated.
“This show is truly my favorite part of the year,” Lynn said. “There’s nothing like celebrating the holidays with so many families, singing nostalgic songs together, and knowing we’re making a big difference for kids through Toys for Tots.”
