New Kids on the Block will perform a special benefit concert Dec. 20 at the House of Blues in Boston, according to a video announcement posted on their website. The event, which will feature NKOTB music and holiday songs in addition to solo material from NKOTB members, will benefit Greater Boston's 2009 Toys for Tots gift drive.

NKOTB also will host a separately ticketed reception and meet-and-greet at the HOB Foundation Room. All proceeds from the reception and concert will go to Toys for Tots. In addition, the band is asking concertgoers to bring unwrapped non-violent toys to the concert, which will be donated to the cause.

Additional information can be found at the NKOTB website.