Holiday Gift Guide 2022

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GIFT IDEAS / Page 4 / Holiday essentials to find the perfect something for everyone SHIPPING DEADLINES / Page 10 / Make sure your gift arrives on time SHARE THE LOVE / Page 24 / Check out these great ways to give back RECYCLE / Page 38 / Earth-friendly ways to dispose of your giftwrap

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GIFTS FOR THOSE WHO SEEK BALANCE

INSIDE & OUT

ABOVE EXPECTATIONS. BEYOND SHOES. Quality footwear in a wide range of hard-to-find widths and sizes. One-on-one consultations and fittings with the experts.

All adding up to a more comfortable fit.

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THE CENTER OF ANNA MARIA ISLAND

JESS JEWELERS

407 Magnolia Ave • Anna Maria Island, FL 34216 941-778-1908 • www.CenterAMI.org/events

1312 6th Ave W Bradenton, FL 34205 941-708-9663 www.JessJewelers.com

The Center of Anna Maria Island is a non-profit community center that focuses on the community and open to all. They host the Bradenton Gulf Island Concert Series that includes exciting artists from the past and present.

This year’s concert dates are Dec. 10th, Jan. 21st, Feb. 25th and Mar. 21st.

Get your tickets now at CenterAMI.org/events. Makes a great holiday gift!

Jess Jewelers is your local jewelry experts for over 30 years.

Specializing in Bridal and Custom design pieces with 3GIA Graduate Gemologists, free gem identification and repairs done right and on-site. Whether you’re looking for that one of kind piece or something trendy we’re your place!

Come see us today you’ll be glad you did!

Wishing your family Happy Holidays!

7211 S Tamiami Tr • Sarasota, FL 34231 941-923-2569 • Copenhagen-Imports.com

Contemporary, modern, mid-century, Scandinavian and American craft furniture in Sarasota. We constantly strive to locate the best of furniture designs with the highest quality and best value for you. For 30 years, customers have responded with praise and support. And now for a limited time when you donate $50 to Resurrection House, you can save $200 to $400 off select Stressless® recliners.

SIRIUS DAY SPA, SALON & MED SPAS

LOTSA LOBSTER

8780 S Tamiami Tr Sarasota, FL 34238 941-918-2529 www.LotsaLobsterSarasota.com

11585 E SR70 • Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 8512 Cooper Creek Blvd • Bradenton, FL 34201 941-357-4611 • www.SiriusDaySpas.com Treat yourself or someone you love to the #1 Award Winning Spa in Sarasota/Bradenton.

One Spa for all your needs. Full service hair salon, spa and medical spa featuring state of the art services, 11 treatment rooms (including couples room!), Serenity Lounge, 200+ services including Massages, Facials, Botox, Fillers, Laser Hair Removal, IPL, Morpheus8, Lash Services & More

A New England seafood market that features MAINE LOBSTER, haddock, cod, swordfish, scallops, steamer clams and Florida fish, shrimp, and stone crabs. Call ahead to have your lobster steamed and ready or take it live from our 1,000 gallon tank.

Seafood makes a great holiday meal. Gift certificates available.

THE GIFT ON EVERYONE'S LIST

One spa for all your needs

EAGER BEAVER CAR WASH

MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS

6449 S Tamiami Tr • Sarasota, FL 34231 941-921-6665 201 S Beneva Rd • Sarasota, FL 34232 941-365-5250 www.EagerBeaverCarWash.com

With beautiful, botanically inspired gifts—from plants to toys to apparel—you’re sure to find something to share during the holidays. Custom orchid and plant arrangements are perfect for a host or the gardener in your life. All of these and more are available in the Garden Shop at the Downtown Sarasota campus.

Find the gift-giving inspiration you need this season!

Wash Cards make the perfect gift! Enjoy 5 pre-loaded car washes that never expire all on one convenient card. Choose between Full Service or Exterior Wash Cards and save BIG during our sale through December 31st! Buy 3 washes, get 2 FREE on Sparkling Shine Wash Cards, on sale NOW!

Downtown Sarasota Campus 1534 Mound St • Sarasota, FL 34236 941-366-5731 • www.Selby.org

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COPENHAGEN IMPORTS

There’s no place like

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VOTED #1

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Outdoor Specialty Retailer in the country by the International Casual Furniture Association

VISIT OUR NEWLY EXPANDED SHOWROOM Sarasota: 7606 S. Tamiami Tr. Ste. 101 (1/2 mi. South of Clark Rd. on 41) • 941-217-6547 MON-SAT 10AM - 6PM, SUN 12-5PM

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Fresh Flowers for the Holidays!

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BOOK TODAY!

1905 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota 941-312-6950

7343 52nd Place East Bradenton 941-907-8900 392062-1

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7107 East 24th Court | Sarasota, FL 34243 Centre Park Industrial Complex (just west of 301 off Whitfield Ave) 391500-1

OPEN SPECIAL HOURS DURING CHRISTMAS BREAK! CHECK OUT ALL THE FUN ONLINE! 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240 Lakewood Ranch Corporate Park

941-388-JUMP

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LOCAL EXPERTS FOR OVER 33 YEARS

3 Graduate Gemologists on Premise

Luxury Award Winning Jewelry

1312 6th Ave. West | Bradenton FL 34205 | 941-708-9663 | www.jessjewelers.com 390621-1

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MOLLY MAID OF SARASOTA, MANATEE & CHARLOTTE COUNTIES 1461 Tallevast Rd • Sarasota, FL 34243 941-753-2220 • www.MollyMaid.com/local-house-cleaning/fl/sarasota-manatee-charlotte-counties

Holidays are stressful! Choose Molly Maid for all of your holiday cleaning needs, before and after the Holidays.

Let us do all the work while you relax and enjoy your family and friends. We even offer gift certificates for those hard to buy for on your list. Happy Holidays from Molly Maid.

BLUE DOOR SPA & SALON

ACHIEVA CREDIT UNION

Tis the season to pamper this holiday season. Blue Door has been spoiling people with luxurious services for over 16 years. From head to toe you are taken care of, with over 70 plus services. including lash extensions, microblading and hair extensions, relaxation lounge, sauna, and locker room, your every need is catered to.

Gift card deal Spend $100 and get $20 FREE.

Achieva Credit Union understands the importance of the holidays. That’s why we offer balance transfers with no fee.

Our wide variety of options will meet your seasonal needs and beyond. Visit or call a local branch to consolidate debt, fund a winter vacation, or buy your special someone a beautiful gift. Let’s make it a GOOD holiday. Contact us today.

3000 Bee Ridge Rd • Sarasota, FL 34239 5881 Fruitville Rd • Sarasota, FL 34232 1485 E Venice Ave • Venice, FL 34292 941-907-4000 • www.AchievaCU.com

PIXIE DUST METAPHYSICAL BOUTIQUE

AQUA PLUMBING & AIR

The Area’s Most Trusted Name since 1974 Air Conditioning • Plumbing Electrical • Water Treatment 941-866-6210 www.AquaPlumbingSarasota.com

1476 Main St • Sarasota, FL 34236 941-366-6325 • www.PixieDustSarasota.com

All Are Welcome! We are a unique gift and metaphysical boutique. We offer many items like crystals, jewelry, classes, books, modality healing, classes smudges, and much more. We surely have something for everyone whether you are just dabbling or you have something specific you are searching for please let us know and our certified staff will be able to help.

Aqua Plumbing & Air is committed to improving the lives of our customers while also supporting our community and giving back. Donating to local nonprofits, helping those in times of need and giving back are a big part of who we are. Look for our ad and help Howie the Safety Hound color his home for the holidays!

ALBRITTON FRUIT CO, INC 5430 Proctor Rd Sarasota, FL 34233 800-237-3682 www.AlbrittonFruit.com

BIG CAT HABITAT & GULF COAST SANCTUARY

7101 Palmer Blvd • Sarasota, FL 34240 941-371-6377 www. BigCatHabitat.org

Send the sweet taste of sunshine to your loved ones this holiday! Have you ever tried a zipper-peel HoneySweet Tangerine or a unique Honey Bell? Family owned & operated since 1880, Albritton Fruit Co. has been creating gift baskets full of the freshest varieties of fruits & tropical treats, bundled in nostalgic baskets or as a holiday wreath.

Get your orders in soon!

We provide a safe, loving and permanent home for exotic and domestic animals in need. Visit to experience the beauty of these animals, see live shows, attend a special event or even host your special celebration or meeting at our venue!

Memberships, gift shop items and donations make a great holiday gift!

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HOLIDAY ESSENTIALS

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Give the tailored gift they will love everyday!

Schedule a FREE in-home consultation today to transform their home and garage into the place of their dreams

CALL NOW! 941-328-8989 392222-1

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SHOP DOWNTOWN VENICE

SHIPPING DEADLINES

NOVEMBER 26

Last days to ship to ensure your package arrives by Dec. 25:

Small Business Saturday TH

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE

Shop local all season long!

Dec. 6-13: Priority Mail Express International Dec. 17: Retail ground; Firstclass mail Dec. 19: Priority Mail Dec. 21: Alaska and Hawaii Priority Mail Express Dec. 23: Priority Mail Express

FEDEX Dec. 8: Ground Economy Dec. 14: Ground; Home Delivery Dec. 20: Express Saver Dec. 21: 2 Day Dec. 22: Standard Overnight; Priority Overnight; First Overnight

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488.4128 • 136-138 W Venice Ave • 10am - 5pm

• Wraps • Scarves • Ponchos • Shawls • Sweaters • Leggings • Unique Jewelry

UPS Dec. 19: Worldwide Expedited to Canada and Mexico Dec. 20: 3 Day Select Dec. 21: 2nd Day Air Dec. 22: Next Day Air Check UPS.com/ CTC: Ground; Standard Canada; Standard Mexico; other international destinations

Jackie Robertson Your local real estate expert for Wellen Park and Venice

MILITARY MAIL Address

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Give A Gift Of Positive Lasting Change

Come Taste the Difference

Private & Duet Sessions

Over 60 Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars.

Only the finest 100% Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oils.

• Fresh is best • Great gifts

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Two locations

101 W. Venice Ave., Suite 5 Venice, FL 34285 | 941.483.4200 8459 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34238 | 941.926.1500

www.veniceoliveoil.com

10% off Your 1st 2 bottles

Classes Located in the Centre Shops 5360 Gulf of Mexico Drive Longboat Key, FL PilatesLBK.com 941-500-2944

Arty Clothing and Accessories Sizes XS to XXL

Celebrating 15 Years in Venice of CELEBRATE HOLIDAYS dressing Women withTHE Panache! with Creative Clothing from...

A Unique with • Bali LuukaaBoutique • Vanite Couture Arty Clothing in Sizes XS to XXL.

Kozan • Et Lois • and more!

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484-9911 • 128 W. Venice Ave. www.sandysdesignerclothing.com

Sandy’s Closet Samples and Closeouts of Famous Labels at wholesale prices!

484-9911 • 128 W. Venice Ave. www.sandysdesignerclothing.com

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and much of more!

Samples and Closeouts Famous Labels at wholesale prices!

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• Bali • Luukaa Remember Gift Certificates come • cut.loose • Sympli... in all sizes as does our clothing!

• Flax • Terra • IC Collection Sandy’s Closet

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Need a New

Wardrobe?

for your holiday parties

copenhagen imports

Imagine... giving a gift that will last.

Come to

Come find the Brands you Love Frank Lyman • Last Tango • David Cline Pure Amici • French Kiss • Barb McSweeney

1441 Main St., Sarasota, FL 34236 | Mon-Sat: 10am - 6pm | Sun: 10am - 5pm

November 18 - January 16

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When You Donate $50 or More to Resurrection House.

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Fused Glass Art Studio

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RECLINERS PLUS EACH SOFA SEAT

Call 907-351-3409 to book today!

7211 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, Florida 34231 *See Sales Associate for Details

Mon.-Sat. 10-6 • Sun. 12-5 941-923-2569 copenhagen-imports.com

Closed Christmas Day & New Year’s Day

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FURNITURE+LIGHTING+ACCENTS+INTERIOR DESIGN

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MAYFAIR

WOULD THEY PREFER A NEW OUTFIT OR AN

unforgettable vacation?

Treat your loved one to a 9-night Croatia vacation next summer - the memories will be a gift that lasts forever.

Scan the QR code for details

Contact us about this or other travel ideas that will make your holiday gift the one they love the most!

844-786-2799 Marc@BookThatEscape.com

www.BookThatEscape.com Offices in Lakewood Ranch

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MERRY CHRISTMAS & Happy Holidays from our family to yours!

Become part of the Discovery Point Twelve Oaks family!

INFANTS • PRESCHOOL • PRE-VPK & FLORIDA VPK SCHOOL AGE WRAP AROUND PROGRAMS

SCHOOLS OUT? WE’RE IN!

Offering Drop in days for ages 4-12 when schools out for Staff Development, District Inservice Days, Holidays and more!

Explore. Learn. Grow.

Call 941-200-4250 for more information and to schedule a tour today!

7218 55th Ave. East • Bradenton, FL 34203

@DiscoveryPointTwelveOaks

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SARASOTA FILM SOCIETY 10715 Rodeo Dr Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 941-364-8662 www.FilmSociety.org

THE SARASOTA BALLET

5555 N Tamiami Tr • Sarasota, FL 34243 941-359-0099 • www.SarasotaBallet.org

HOLIDAY ESSENTIALS

With a mission to enrich lives, captivate emotions, and strengthen community through the art of dance, The Sarasota Ballet has become one of the nation’s most exciting ballet companies. To support us please visit SarasotaBallet.org or call 941.225.6510.

MOLLY’S! A CHIC AND UNIQUE BOUTIQUE

THE PICKLEBALL CLUB

Enjoy going to the movies again! Lakewood Ranch Cinema and Sarasota’s Burns Court Cinema offer the latest movie releases. Enjoy fresh snacks, beer, wine and soda.

Open 7 days a week. Ask about our membership and receive discounts throughout the year. Give the gift of entertainment this year with a gift card!

1874 Stickney Point Rd Sarasota, FL 34231 941-921-1221 www.MollysSarasota.com

1300 Sarasota Center Blvd Sarasota, FL 34240 941-208-9760 www.TPCLWR.us

Molly’s has been voted the #1 Gift Store in Sarasota many times since it opened 12 years ago. The Inflatable Ornament® by Holiball is now offered at Molly’s! These bright, bold ornaments make a BIG holiday statement.

Inflatable, deflatable, re-useable and storage friendly. Made for indoor/ outdoor use and can even float in your pool. Many Colors and Sizes available.

Build It and They Will Come. The first indoor private pickleball club in the country is nearing completion. The 34,000-sf facility has 12 indoor air-conditioned courts, a Players’ Lounge, Pickles Café, Dinks Pro Shop, locker rooms, and an outside activities area with more pickleball courts, bocce courts and cornhole.

Join today to save on your Initiation Fee!

ART OVATION HOTEL

1255 N Palm Ave • Sarasota, FL 34236 941-316-0808 • www.ArtOvationHotel.com

Thrill your palate with exquisite culinary creations and creative cocktails at our signature restaurant and bar. With the best local and celebrity chefs and remarkable mixologists, Overture Restaurant ignites your senses with an elegant setting that elevates every delectable experience. For the holidays, give the gift of a hotel stay with an Art Ovation Hotel Gift Card!

DISCOVERY POINT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS 7218 55th Ave E • Bradenton, FL 34203 941-200-4250 • www.DiscoveryPoint.com/Twelve-Oaks

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Enroll Today and become a part of the Discovery Point Twelve Oaks family! Programs for ages ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years with specialized classrooms, playgrounds and materials. We also have Low child-to-teacher ratios and Before and After school care. Bus pickup available for select schools. Holiday camps, Summer camps, school not in session classes. Call today!

Owner Karen Medford

REDEFINING THE SPA AND MEDSPA EXPERIENCE

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Award Winning Full Service Hair & Nail Salon, Medspa, Botox, Fillers, Medical Peels, IPL treatments, Facials, Expert Massage Therapy, Permanent Makeup, Waxing, Body Wraps, Lashes, Morpheus8, Teeth Whitening, B12 Injections, Serenity Lounge, Meditation, Refreshment Bar.

SCHEDULE NOW 941.357.4611 OR AT SIRIUSDAYSPAS.COM

GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE

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CAT DEPOT

2542 17th St • Sarasota, FL 34234 941-366-2404 • www.CatDepot.org Look no further than Cat Depot for all of your feline friendly gifts! Please everyone on your holiday list in one convenient location; items in the Supply & Gift Store range from stocking stuffers and cat trees to unique gifts, food and treats. Visit the Adoption Center for kitty cuddles and to find your fur-ever friend. Open 7 days a week.

TEMPLE SINAI PRESENTS HANDS ON HANUKKAH

Hands On Hanukkah is a family-friendly series of FREE events taking place all around town during 5 of the 8 nights of Hanukkah. Enjoy arts & crafts, raffles & giveaways, food & photos, live musical performances and end with lighting the hanukkiah. Times vary depending on location. Events take place Sunday, December 18 - Friday, December 23 and are produced by Temple Sinai.

LE MACARON

362 St Armands Cir • Sarasota, FL 34236 140 University Town Center Dr • Sarasota, FL 34243 941-552-8872 • www.LeMacaron-US.com

BARTLETT JEWELERS

Creekwood Crossing I-75 & SR70 Bradenton, FL 34203 941-751-6600 www.BartlettJewelers.com At Bartlett Jewelers, we have established a tradition of trust in the community by offering only the finest in bridal and fashion jewelry. We provide expert jewelry repair services, free jewelry cleaning and inspection.

Your trusted neighborhood jeweler since 1973.

Handcrafted by our team of French chefs, these classic pastries come in unique flavors like Sicilian Pistachio & Mango Jam. We use the finest glutenfree ingredients. Visit our pâtisserie to enjoy French Macarons, quality French gelato, classic French pastries, European-style beverages & homemade candies. Try our Seasonal Macaron, Gingerbread. Order your gift boxes now!

JUMPIN FUN INFLATA PARK

7321 Trade Ct • Sarasota, FL 34240 941-388-5867 www.JFIPark.com

4420 S Tamiami Tr • Sarasota, FL 34231 941-260-8905 www.ShellysGiftandChristmasBoutique.com We’ve been getting ready for this all year!

Shelly’s is your year round source for the perfect gift. But Christmas is our time to shine. And twinkle, and glimmer and glow. Whether your style is Traditional, classic, modern or rustic we have what you need for your holiday decor.

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Holidays are coming! Jumpin Fun gift cards make great stocking stuffers!

Special offer: $50 card for $40 or $100 card for $75. Valid 11/21/22 - 1/31/23.

Your Holiday Fun Park!

SHELLY’S GIFT AND CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE

Elysian Fields is more than a gift shop.

It’s an experience of serenity, relaxation and expansiveness.

Your store for conscious living

We offer: Greeting Cards • Books • Crystals Bath & Body Products Jewelry • Candles • Unique Gifts • Readings by licensed, tested readers and more!

locally owned

Shop online with fast shipping!

Elysianfieldsgifts.com

WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR 2 LOCATIONS NEW!

1273 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239 | ph 941-361-3006 The Shoppes at UTC 8207 Cooper Creek Blvd, University Park, FL 34201 | ph 941-893-5787

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Various Locations • 941-924-1802 www.TempleSinai-Sarasota.org/Hands-On-Hanukkah.html

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Little Shop of Horrors, 2022

Captivating, inventive, passionate, and

community-driven,

there’s something for everyone at The Players!

• Hanukkah Cookie Decorating • Face Painting & Dreidel Game • Live Performances • Lego Building Contest • Colorful Tape Menorah • Photos with Hanukkah Characters • Daily Raffles and Free Giveaways • Candle Lighting

Give the gift of live theatre this holiday season!

with a gift card to The Players

Dec. 18th - Dec. 23rd

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THE SEASON TO GIVE BACK It’s easy to help others have a festive and memorable holiday season while making a difference in your town.

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Sponsor: All Faiths Food Bank Dates: Ongoing Get involved: All Faiths Food Banks provides 7,000 turkeys to children, families and seniors in need. Donations of $28 provide a Thanksgiving dinner for one family; $140 provides dinner for five families. To donate, go to AllFaithsFoodBank.org, and click the “Make a Gift” link.

About: All Faiths Food Bank works to provide solutions to end hunger in the community.

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Sponsor: Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast Dates: Through Dec. 9 Get involved: Interested families, individuals or businesses can email Karen Pharo at KPharo@JFCSCares.org.

About: JFCS of the Suncoast is a community-based social service nonprofit that seeks to empower people to lead healthy, happy and sustainable lives through counseling, prevention, intervention, outreach, case management, basic life necessities, financial aid and life skills education programs on a secular, nondenominational basis.

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TOY COLLECTION

Sponsor: Toys for Tots Dates: Through Dec. 19 Get involved: Donate new, unwrapped toys, books and other gifts at drop-off locations throughout the area. A list of locations in Sarasota County can be found at Sarasota-FL. ToysForTots.org; Manatee County locations can be found at BradentonFL.ToysForTots.org.

About: Since 1947, the nationwide U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program has collected toys and gifted them to less fortunate children in the community in which the campaign is conducted. Each year, it distributes an average of 18 million toys to 7 million children across the country.

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Get involved: Drop in to donate money or decorated shoeboxes filled with items for seniors supported by Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee. The aim is to collect 1,000 shoe boxes filled with gifts that are delivered to clients of Meals on Wheels Plus.

About: Meals on Wheels Plus of Manatee helps seniors living independently by offering nutritious home-delivered meals and support services. The organization also operates the Food Bank of Manatee, the Enrichment Center, Daybreak Adult Day Center and Friendship Dining.

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Sponsor: Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office, benefiting the 12th Judicial Circuit’s Guardian Ad Litem program Dates: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 1-14 at the Sheriff’s Office headquarters, 6010 Cattleridge Blvd., Sarasota Get involved: New toys and gift cards are needed to provide for children who have been removed from the home due to abuse or neglect.

Children range in age from newborn to 18 with varying personal needs.

About: The 12th Judicial Circuit of Florida Guardian Ad Litem program recruits, trains, supports and supervises court-appointed volunteers to represent vulnerable children.

Volunteers are trained in court process, child development, abuse and neglect, cultural difference, advocacy, interviewing techniques and social service education.

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Sponsor: Tiny Hands Foundation Date: Dec. 17 at The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota, 3100 Fruitville Road, Sarasota Get involved: The Tiny Hands Foundation is seeking donations, sponsors, partners and volunteers.

For $30 you can sponsor a local family in need, or sponsor a group of children and families for $500.

Contract Tiffany Morelli at info@ TinyHandsFoundation.org.

About: The Tiny Hands Foundation works to improve the quality of life for impoverished children in the area.

GIVING TUESDAY

Date: Nov. 29 Get involved: Give back to the local community — or elsewhere — by giving your time, donating or using the power of your voice. You can even do something as small as helping a neighbor or showing up for the people you care about.

About: The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is a global movement of generosity. It was created in 2012 with the simple goal of doing good. Since then, millions of people worldwide have given and celebrated generosity. Giving Tuesday encourages kindness of all shapes and sizes — and at any time of year.

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917 12th Ave W • Bradenton, FL 34205 907-351-3409 • www.Facebook.com/WitchgrassStudio Looking for a memorable holiday gift? Witchgrass Studio brings color and light into your shopping through glass art, home decor and jewelry. The gallery is ever changing as each glass piece I create is unique unto itself. Or give the gift of an experience - classes and private parties are scheduled thoughout the year. Call or message Harriet at 907-351-3409 for more info.

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Golf Car Outlet is family owned & operated with 20+ years of golf car experience. Whether you’re looking to a purchase new or used car we can customize, refurbish or repair your golf car. We are an authorized Dealer for Elite EV, Yamaha, Vivid EV, LSV golf cars along with Trojan and Lithium batteries! Merry Christmas from GCO Team & The Miller Family!

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HOW TO RECYCLE AFTER THE HOLIDAYS From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, American households produce 25% more waste than the rest of the year. Reduce the waste from your home by knowing how to recycle your holiday items.

TREE TAKEDOWN Make sure to remove all decorations, lights, tinsel, nails, stands and tree bags from your natural Christmas tree. To be picked up in Sarasota County, put the tree in a paper lawn and leaf bag or in a 45-gallon or smaller container with handles. For a bigger tree, cut it in half, or call Waste Management at 493-4100 for the cost to have it picked up.

In Manatee County, trees can be picked up with yard waste if smaller than 4 feet long.

WRAPPING PAPER We all have at least one family member who makes a mad dash to scoop up bows and ribbon to save for next year. But what about saving wrapping paper? In few cases, wrapping paper can be recycled, but it must not contain nonpaper additives, such as glitter and dyes.

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ORNAMENTAL OPTIONS Looking for more ornaments for your Christmas tree? Ornaments made out of recycled and reused materials are becoming more popular. If you’re feeling crafty, you can even make your own. Save burnedout lightbulbs from your tree, and use a hot glue gun to make them into a star shape. You could also use nonrecyclable wrapping paper for future crafts.

ELECTRONIC REPLACEMENT If you received a new appliance or electronic as a gift — or if you just want to get rid of some old stuff — don’t throw it away. Call 493-4100 to schedule a pickup from Waste Management, donate the items if they’re still in working order or drop them off at stores like Best Buy that reduce e-waste by recycling them.

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FLIGHT TO THE NORTH POLE

Miller’s Dutch Haus Furniture is a family owned gem with 2 locations in Sarasota. They carry the largest in-stock selection of handcrafted Amish furniture in Florida - the perfect store for last-minute shoppers! Miller’s has everything from handcrafted furniture like dining tables to artisan home items like wooden cutting boards to outdoor poly furniture. Happy holidays!

600 301 Blvd W, Ste 202 Bradenton, FL 34205 941-306-7349 www.FlightToTheNorthPole.org Flight To The North Pole has been around for over 37 years. The Foundation helps hundreds of terminally ill children in Manatee/Sarasota counties experience a Christmas Wonderland to help them enjoy time away from the stresses of their illnesses for a day. The harsh reality is for some it could be their last Christmas.

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If you just can’t decide, our gift cards make a perfect gift & they never expire, Happy Holidays!

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