Toys
Please leave toys unwrapped.
In loving memory of Jenni Keith Harsted
Grinch Day: A free family movie at the Roxy in Ottawa, IL
Come watch the Grinch on the big screen with your family. Bring an unwrapped toy or a new coat, hat, gloves or snowpants for a local kid who needs one this Christmas.
- Free admission
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Showtimes coming soon
- The Roxy, 827 LaSalle St
Admit the family
Grinch Day
A community screening
- When
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
Showtimes coming soon - Where
- VIP Roxy Cinemas
827 LaSalle St, Ottawa, IL 61350 - Film
- Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966 animated special)
- Bring
- An unwrapped toy or new winter gear
What to bring
Bring a gift.
Share the warmth.
We're collecting unwrapped toys and new cold-weather gear for kids and families in need around Ottawa, IL and LaSalle County this holiday season.
Coats
A new winter coat for a kid.
Hats
A new hat to keep ears warm.
Gloves
New gloves or mittens.
Snowpants
New snowpants for snowy days.
Bring your gift to the Roxy on Grinch Day
100% of community donations go directly toward helping others.
Local sponsors cover the movie license, refreshments, decorations and supplies. That way every toy, coat and dollar you give goes to kids.
A kind heads-up before you give: donations to Grinch Day are not tax-deductible. The Jenni Keith Harsted "Share the Warmth" Fund is not a tax-exempt organization. Every gift is given in the spirit of community goodwill and remembrance, and we're grateful for each one.
Your gift or donationToys, winter gear, or money
The Jenni Keith Harsted "Share the Warmth" FundAll proceeds and items go here
Ottawa Elementary School District 141
LaSalle County Sheriff's DepartmentChristmas 4 Kids program
In loving memory
Jenni Keith Harsted
"A free family movie that brings our community together to celebrate kindness, togetherness and giving, all values that Jenni lived by every day."
Continuing Jenni's legacy of love and generosity, one warm heart at a time.
Our sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors
These local businesses, families and friends cover the movie license, refreshments, decorations and supplies, so every gift goes to kids.
- BASH
- Lucas Family
- Hair Social
- Brewer Family
- Halm Electric
- Spandet Family
- Novak Rinker Veterinary Clinic
- Haywood Family
- Bednar Family
- Rodgers Family
- Financial Plus Credit Union
- Underhill Creations
- Catcon Inc.
- Outage Bar
- Cantlin Law Firm
- Polancic's
- Berta's
- Adagio
- Hatala Lawn Services
- Jimmy John's
- Law Offices of Peter F. Ferracuti
- Inframetals
- Midland Bank – Ottawa
- Switchgrass Service
- Prairie Transportation
- Ottawa Police Department
- Maskel Family
- Highway Restaurant
- Rosencran Family
- Gift Family
- In loving memory of Presleigh Brue
- Hollenbeck Family
- MHS Class of 2008
- City of Ottawa Special Events Committee
- lloonsbycJ
- Caleb Mays Videography
- Computer Spa
- Roxy Cinema
- Boomin Vinyl
- Sam's Pizza
- Tyne Family
Good to know
Questions, answered
Something else on your mind? Reach out to our main contact, Lauren Grumieaux.
Is Grinch Day free?
Yes. Grinch Day is a free family movie at the Roxy in Ottawa, IL. Guests are invited to bring an unwrapped toy or new cold-weather gear for local kids and families in need.
What should I bring to Grinch Day?
Bring an unwrapped toy, or a new coat, hat, pair of gloves or snowpants. Everything collected at Grinch Day goes to the Jenni Keith Harsted "Share the Warmth" Fund to help local kids this holiday season.
Where do Grinch Day donations go?
All proceeds and items go to the Jenni Keith Harsted "Share the Warmth" Fund. The Fund supports Ottawa Elementary School District 141 and the LaSalle County Sheriff's Department Christmas 4 Kids program.
Are Grinch Day donations tax-deductible?
No. The Jenni Keith Harsted "Share the Warmth" Fund is not a tax-exempt organization, so gifts and donations are not tax-deductible. They are given in the spirit of community goodwill and remembrance.
Can I give money instead of a gift?
Yes. You can donate online through Venmo. All proceeds go to the Jenni Keith Harsted "Share the Warmth" Fund for kids in Ottawa, IL and LaSalle County. Donate on Venmo (opens in a new tab)
When and where is Grinch Day?
Grinch Day is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at the Roxy, 827 LaSalle St, Ottawa, IL 61350. We're showing Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966 animated special). Showtimes coming soon.
Who do I contact about Grinch Day?
- Lauren Grumieaux (main contact)
- Phone: (815) 228-9391
- Email: ldr_9739@yahoo.com
- Grinch Day on Facebook (opens in a new tab)
Tell a neighbor.
The more folks in Ottawa, IL who hear about Grinch Day, the more kids get a warm Christmas. Pass it along.