The annual Operation Santa Claus program begins with a ribbon cutting on Nov. 6 at 1828 1st Street, Fort Riley, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Craig Bender, Military Affairs Director for the Junction City Chamber, informed his advisory committee that In this program toys are provided during the holidays for children of soldiers with the rank of E-5 or below.

Those who attend the Military Affairs Council breakfast Oct. 24 are asked to bring toys for the Operation Santa Claus program. That breakfast will be at the Milford Lake Center.