A primer on sending items to military troops this holiday season
The holidays can be one of the most difficult times of the years for military personnel serving away from home. The simplest gesture—a call, a card or a gift can make a huge difference in their morale. There are countless organizations that help facilitate the gift giving process, and we’ve put together this guide to help you select a group to help you send something to the troops this holiday season. Red Cross Holiday Mail for Heroes Program The Red Cross will accept holiday greetings through Friday, Dec. 7 at the following address: Holiday Mail for Heroes P.O. Box 5456 Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456 The organization offers the following tips to help your letter pass through the screening process: Shutterfly The popular photo card website…
More than 30 artists will offer unique holiday gifts at the Takoma Park Community Center.
Looking for something a little different this year for that person who seems to already have everything? Your quest very well may come to an end this Saturday, Dec. 10, as the 6th Annual Holiday Art Sale will sets up shop at the Takoma Park Community Center. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., gift-seekers can peruse and purchase from a selection of items including wearable art, glass work, pottery, paper good, prints, paintings and photography from more than 30 artists. The Holiday Art Sale is a family-friendly event, and will have art activities for the kids.
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Eric S.
11:04 am on Monday, November 19, 2012
Any idea where books/magazines can be dropped? I feel like it's a common one, and from what I've heard from veteran friends, a welcome one. I can't find anywhere, though. more ›