Thursday, November 24, 2022

Christmas Book Advent Calendar Idea

So I ran across this suggested post about advent calendars. If you have multiple kids you know they always find something that's 'not fair' or shared. Mine argue over the chocolate in the advent calendar each year.🤦‍♀️ So this year try doing a book tree calendar! If read to them every night before bed this is a great way to try out some new books.

See below for some favorite Christmas book suggestions!

Books wrapping paper shaped as a Christmas tree

Monday, November 21, 2022

20 plus Christmas Gift Ideas for Minecraft Fans 2024

Do you have a Minecraft fan that you are looking for some gift ideas. Featuring fan-favorite Minecraft apparel, drinkware, and accessories, this collection has something for every Minecraft gamer. Shop the Minecraft Create, Explore, Survive Kids Short Sleeve T-Shirt, Enderman Eyes Black Mug, Overworld Tough Phone Case, and more. Looking for even more? From Creeper to Enderman, we have products that feature all of your favorite characters.

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Local South Shore Boston Experience gift ideas

1. Minecraft LEGO Sets

Recreate iconic in-game structures and adventures in real life including this The Sword Outpost and Minecraft The Badlands Mineshaft Video Game

2. Minecraft Creeper Hoodie

A cozy hoodie with a Creeper face design for fashion-conscious fans.

3. Minecraft Light-Up Torch

Wall-mounted or tabletop torches that illuminate, just like in the game.

4. Minecraft Dungeons Figurine Set

Action figures featuring popular characters from Minecraft Dungeons.

5. Minecraft Plush Toys

Cute, cuddly plushies of favorite creatures like Creepers, Endermen, or Mooshrooms.

6. Minecraft Redstone Lamp

A decorative lamp for desks or bedrooms, inspired by the in-game Redstone block.

7. Minecraft Crafting Table

A toy crafting table that includes storage tools and blocks to mimic real crafting.

8. Minecraft Bedspread & Pillowcase Set

Themed bedding for a Minecraft-inspired bedroom.

9. Minecraft Builders & Biomes Board Game

A board game that captures the essence of the game’s world-building elements.

10. Minecraft Puzzle

3D or traditional puzzles featuring famous game scenes.

11. Minecraft Foam Sword & Pickaxe Set

Soft, safe replicas of the tools from the game for cosplay or imaginative play.

12. Minecraft Collector’s Edition Guidebooks

Comprehensive books on crafting, mobs, and survival tips for the dedicated gamer.

13. Minecraft T-Shirts & Apparel

Official Minecraft-themed clothing for all ages.

14. Minecraft Mouse Pad

A colorful gaming mouse pad inspired by Minecraft blocks or biomes.

15. Minecraft Advent Calendar

A fun countdown to Christmas with daily surprises.

16. Minecraft Creeper Backpacks

A sturdy backpack with a Creeper design for school or travel.

17. Minecraft Wall Stickers & Decals

Easy-to-apply wall décor for transforming any room into a Minecraft wonderland.

18. Minecraft Water Bottle

Insulated or themed water bottles featuring beloved Minecraft icons.

19. Minecraft Papercraft Sets

DIY paper models of mobs, blocks, and items to build your own offline world.

20. Minecraft Mob Miniatures

Collectible figurines of mobs like Enderman, Creepers, and Zombies.

21. Minecraft Creeper Beanie

A cozy knit hat with a fun Creeper face design for winter.

22. Minecraft Enchanted Bow and Arrow Set

A toy version of the game’s powerful enchanted weapons for outdoor fun.

These gift ideas will light up any Minecraft fan’s holiday with creativity and game-inspired joy

Saturday, November 19, 2022

2023 Where to donate this Holiday season for needy families south Shore boston

we will be sharing places where you can donate for needy families gifts for the holiday season. If we are missing a toy drive please let us know

The 365 South Shore Community is also contributing to local special needs teachers and organizations

ONGOING

Whitman Police Sock Drive

We need your help!

We are still holding our “Sock Drive”. We have a donation box in our police station lobby. We urge everyone to stop by and make a donation, big or small, to this worthwhile cause. We are only halfway to our goal with the deadline of December 1st quickly approaching.

If you can’t stop by our station then call us at 781-618-9611 to schedule a pick-up.

Saturday December 2nd

Whitman Police & Fire Stuff a Cruiser/Ambulance

Our annual toy drive will take place on Saturday December 2nd from 9am-1pm in our police station parking lot. Please stop by with a toy to support this great event. All donations go directly to local children. Santa may stop by to help us out. Police and Fire personnel will be there stuffing an ambulance and police car with your donations. Will support Whitman area toy drive

Attleboro Police Department Stuff a cruiser 930-3pm

Help make a child smile!

Stuff-A-Cruiser is a volunteer run, gift giving program that provides Christmas gifts to local children who would otherwise go without a gift on Christmas day.

Please bring your toy and/or non-perishable food item (to support our local food pantries). Gift cards are also being accepted.

Donations can be made either the day of the event or before the event at Burlington Coat Factory in South Attleboro.

Thank you for you support and helping make Christmas a little brighter for your community

Braintree Police Officers Association 10-1pm Fill-A-Cruiser Toy Drive!

Join the Braintree Police Officer Association and Brewster Ambulance Service at our annual toy drive on Saturday, December 2nd from 10-1 in front of Town Hall. All donated toys will be donated to the Marge Crispin Center to assist Braintree families in need this holiday season.Join us for some holiday cheer as we support a great cause! Cant make it? No Problem! Toys can be dropped off at the police station 24/7 up until December 7th.

Christmas Luau Cagney's Restaurant & Pub Quincy 3pm

We’ve changed our annual crawl into a festive Christmas Luau! Combine you best holiday attire with tropical fun! (Should be some great outfits!)

A complimentary cocktail and live music too!

It’s sure to be an epic holiday luau! Santa would approve

A $10 donation is requested for Toys for Tots.

Sunday December 3rd

Hanson Police Department 9-1pm
Drive thru donation event at the Hanson Police department supporting Toys for tots and Hanson community Christmas. There will also be drop box the police station thru Dec 14th.
If you would like to adopt a family, please message us on the Hanson Community Christmas Facebook page. If you would like to purchase individual items, please visit the Hanson Public Library or JC Tailors both of whom will have giving trees and donation boxes set up in the next week. Tree will be up thru 12/7/23

Friday December 15th

Christmas party for Toys for Tots Cagney's Restaurant & Pub Quincy 3pm

Party time! Join us for this amazing holiday tradition! Complimentary buffet, music, door-prizes, Giant Ketel One ice luge & more And Santa too! Please bring a new unwrapped toy

Sunday December 17th

Barrett's Haunted Mansion toy drive for Campbell Christmas Angels

Drop off a toy or cash on Sunday December at Barrett's Haunted Mansion in Abington 11-3pm

Ongoing Christmas gift drives

Campbell's Christmas Angels

We would like to thank all of you who have inquired about dropping off donations as well as brand new unwrapped toys, gifts, winter jackets , kids pajamas and bed in a bag.
Our space located at
526 Nantasket Ave
Hull Ma
Will be open for drop offs
Saturdays & Sundays
10am-2pm

Interfaith Social Services' Help for the Holidays Quincy

TOYS NEEDED! Brighten a child's holiday by purchasing gifts for a local child in need. We still have several kids that need to be matched with a sponsor. Please fill out this form to get started:

Rockland Holiday Magic

We have heard from friends who would like to support Rockland Holiday Magic again this year. You can help Rockland families by mailing a donation to P.O. Box 50 in Rockland. You can also donate using our Venmo account @Rockland-Holidaymagic if you prefer.

We will have a table at the Rockland Holiday Stroll on Saturday 11/25 across from the Fire Department. Donations of new children’s books, hats, and mittens will be collected. You can also make a donation at the stroll when saying hello to our volunteers who you may recognize.

RHM thanks you for your continued support.

Stiles Law Marshfield

Now through December 8th, we are accepting Toys For Tots donations!

If you want to donate but fear you won't find the time to deliver to the office, make it easy on yourself and ship directly from Amazon or wherever you buy gifts online. It's a no-brainer! Thank you so much 😁

892 Plain Street

Suite 200

Marshfield, MA

02050

City of Brockton Annual Toy Drive

The Mayor's Office is hosting its Annual Toy Drive. Please share the flyer and spread some holiday cheer Please drop off unwrapped toys at city hall Mayor office by Wednesday December 21st. All toys will go to Brockton Public Schools and Project Guardian Angels for Brockton Youth.

The Salvation Army of Brockton’s Annual Angel Tree

Westgate Mall is pleased to host The Salvation Army of Brockton’s Annual Angel Tree now through December 12,. Pick an ornament from The Salvation Army Angel Tree, purchase the requested gift, and help make a child's holiday wish come true. This year, The Salvation Army has received a fifty percent increase in requests for holiday assistance and looks to our community for support. The Angel Tree is located near Kay Jewelers. Monetary donations can also be made at SalvationArmyMA.org/Brockton.

"The Salvation Army is grateful to partner up again with the Westgate Mall this year to collect Christmas toys for children in need. The Angel Tree program is unique because it invites members of our community to take part in bringing joy to children in their own community," says Lt. Meghan Labrecque Corps Officer, Brockton Citadel Corps of The Salvation Army Massachusetts Division.

Johnny Macaroni's East Bridgewater giving tree

Please share with your friends🎁🎄

Johnny Macaroni’s prides itself on giving back to our community as well as surrounding communities. For our 7th year in a row we will be participating in the East Bridgewater HUGS Community Giving Tree.

For those not familiar with EB HUGS, they sponsor a holiday program devoted to providing clothing, toys, food and basic necessities to East Bridgewater families who need support during the holiday season. Please join us in making someone’s wish come true by taking a tag from our giving tree at the 1300 Plymouth Street location.

*The tree at the 572 West Street location will be up soon!

Happy Holidays!

~The Johnny Macaroni’s Family

Quincy YMCa GIVING tree

'Tis the season to give...and give back! 🎄❤️ Stop by our Hale Family Y lobby and grab a tag from our Giving Tree to purchase a gift for a local child in our Hope for the Holidays adopt-a-wishlist program 🎁✨ Gifts are due back to our Y before December 12. Visit ssymca.org/holidayhope to learn how you can spread joy to our community this holiday season

Weymouth Youth and Family Services

Weymouth Youth and Family Services is hosting its holiday program supporting Weymouth residents in need. Gifts will be delivered on Dec. 16 to people who applied for help.

To donate gifts or to adopt a family for gift-giving, call 781-331-1719.

Abington area donations

Abington Senior Center Giving Tree– Gift tags are available on the tree at the Abington Senior Center and inside the Abington Police Station.

Abington Veterans Giving Tree – Abington Veterans Services is hosting a gift tree (set up by the Deborah Sampson Chapter of DAR) located at Town Hall. Stop by, grab a tag, and return the gift by Monday, Dec. 11. Also, Veterans Services is donating a 7.5 foot Christmas tree to a veteran or veteran’s widow.

Abington COPES Buying For Foster Kids — The nonprofit is buying gifts for 30 teens and tweens in foster care. They still have some slots available!