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Having a safe home is important for everyone’s well being, especially for those in early addiction recovery.

December has arrived, and it’s time to decorate and get your holiday playlists going.

Kick off the howl-iday season at Shy Wolf Sanctuary Education & Experience Center. While there is a waiting list for a full tour, you can pre-register for a photo with Santa Claus and his wolf dog Santa Paws, on Dec. 8. 

Unfortunately, wrapping paper with colorful foiled designs, ribbons and bows is not recyclable. But greener options are easier than you think. 

In recognition of the hundreds of dedicated and professional volunteers that help the organization achieve its mission, Rookery Bay will be offering a buy one, get one free admission to its Environmental Learning Center for International Volunteer Day. 

If you are dreaming of a new boat, kayak or fishing excursion, save the date for the Cape Coral Outdoor Expo and Boat Show at Sun Splash Family Waterpark.

Unfortunately, wrapping paper with colorful foiled designs, ribbons and bows is not recyclable.

I discovered a “new” way to ship my suitcase to my front door — for little cost. After  a business meeting in Pittsburgh, I was flying to Charlotte to visit my children. I didn’t need my large suitcase with business clothes and items.

We have been programmed to view spring as the perfect time to tackle cleaning and decluttering projects while creating a fresh, new environment to live in daily. But, the end of the year could be a better time to tackle these daunting steps. 

David Lawrence Center’s Children’s Crisis Unit provides brief inpatient evaluation and treatment for children and teens experiencing acute psychiatric crises.