The McFarland Police Department is hosting Operation Christmas 2016 on Friday, December 16, 2016 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Tuesday, December 20, 2016 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The purpose of this community outreach event is to provide gifts for 50 less fortunate families with the experience of the joy of Christmas.

This year is the Sixth Annual Operation Christmas for the McFarland community. They will take the gifts to families and sing Christmas carols as they deliver presents. Santa Claus will also make an appearance!