Not in the Christmas spirit yet? Helping those in need is a quick boost. Check out these activities!

The Empty Stocking Fund, based here in Atlanta, is providing toys and gifts to more than 50,000 children who otherwise wouldn’t get anything. The Empty Stocking Fund also empowers parents of children living at or below the poverty level by giving them the opportunity to give gifts to their children with dignity at Christmas time.

Radio One Atlanta would like everyone to have a happy and safe holiday season. For a list of community happenings and help for the holidays, continue reading.

The nation’s capital got in the holiday spirit when music legends Neil Diamond and Mary J. Blige performed for President Barack Obama at the annual “Christmas in Washington” concert. The special airs December 20 on TNT.