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Will Watts
| Special to the Eagle
Get ready for a festive evening of holiday shopping and merriment as the Marco Island Historical Society presents “Prosecco & Petit Fours,” an exclusive after-hours tour and shopping experience at the Marco Island Historical Museum’s galleries and exhibits, showcasing the island’s rich history and cultural heritage.
Indulge in the event’s namesake Prosecco and Petit Fours, specially selected to complement the museum’s unique exhibits, from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4, at the museum, located at 180 S. Heathwood Drive.
As a special treat, guests will enjoy a 10% discount on their entire purchase, excluding select items, allowing them to take home a piece of Marco Island’s history while supporting the Marco Island Historical Society and Museum.
The museum’s gift shop offers a curated selection of holiday items and one-of-a-kind gift ideas, perfect for friends and family, with proceeds directly benefiting the Marco Island Historical Society and Museum.
Regular museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., providing ample opportunity to explore the island’s fascinating history.
Children Invited to Share Holiday Wishes with Santa at Sunshine Ace Hardware
This holiday season, area children are encouraged to visit Sunshine Ace Hardware to write heartfelt letters to Santa Claus, which will be sent directly to the North Pole, courtesy of the store’s Letters to Santa program.
“Our Letters to Santa program allows children to share their holiday wishes with Santa, and we’re thrilled to report that he’s promised to respond to every letter, making this a truly magical experience for kids of all ages,” said Sunshine Ace Hardware President Michael Wynn, emphasizing the importance of keeping the holiday spirit alive.
Participating Sunshine Ace Hardware locations include Downtown Naples (141 Tamiami Trail North), East Naples (4433 Tamiami Trail East), Marco Island (1720 San Marco Road), Golden Gate (11673 Collier Blvd.), North Naples (8850 Founders Square Drive), Ave Maria (5630 Ave Maria Blvd.), Bonita Springs (9100 Bonita Beach Road), and San Carlos Park (18911 Tamiami Trail South).
20th Annual Turkey Drop: A Community Effort to Provide Holiday Meals
On Nov. 18, a remarkable assembly of over 200 volunteers came together to pack an astonishing 6,000-plus holiday meal boxes, each containing a frozen turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, cranberry sauce, stuffing, and a pumpkin pie, sufficient to feed a family of four to six, as part of the Capital Wealth Advisors (CWA) Turkey Drop with St. Matthew’s House.
The distribution of these meal boxes began earlier this week, ensuring that thousands of families in need across Southwest Florida will enjoy a warm and nourishing holiday meal, thanks to the tireless efforts of volunteers, community partners, and CWA team members.
“I’m deeply grateful to our team, community partners, and volunteers, who worked in harmony to unpack over 72,000 food items and assemble the meal boxes in a matter of hours,” said CWA President and CEO William Beynon, who founded the Turkey Drop 20 years ago with his wife Nena, highlighting the event’s profound impact on the community.
Winn-Dixie Launches Holiday Giving Initiative
Now through Dec. 17, Winn-Dixie invites customers to embody the spirit of giving by donating $1, $5, or simply rounding up their grocery bill, providing a convenient and meaningful way to support those in need during the holiday season.
Additionally, customers can participate in the “buy one, give one” initiative by purchasing BOGO items and donating one of the items at checkout, ensuring that a neighbor in need will receive a much-needed gift, fostering a sense of community and kindness.
