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Briefs

Hang a free tree ornament in honor of lost loved ones

By Times Staff Writers
Published November 30, 2005


Throughout the month of December, Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park & Funeral Home invites the public to place an ornament in memory of their loved ones on its Memorial Tree in the lobby of the funeral home, 2853 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater. The ornaments are free and can be personalized with a name and message. Call 796-1992.

Daughters of Italy Lodge wrapping gifts for charity

The Daughters of Italy Lodge No. 2825 will wrap holiday purchases at Barnes & Noble Bookstores, 23654 US 19 N, Clearwater, from through Dec. 9 from 4 to 11 p.m. Donations will be accepted and will support various lodge charities, including the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, the National Alzheimer's Association and the Pinellas County Education Foundation. For information, contact Vincenza DiLberti at 447-6890 or 455-1521.

Food Bank is accepting donations for the holidays

RCS Food Bank is accepting food donations of toys for the holidays. Those interested in organizing a food drive should call director Jamia Austin at 443-4031.

[Last modified November 30, 2005, 02:15:38]


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