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November Happenings in SWFL. -STOCK PHOTO<\/p>\n
Nov. 10 \u2013 Nov. 28: Sunshine Ace Hardware to send letters to Santa on behalf of SWFL children\u00a0\n<\/p>\n
\u2018Tis the season for Southwest Florida children to make their Christmas lists and state their case on whether they\u2019ve been naughty or nice this year. Now through Nov. 28, boys and girls across Southwest Florida can write their letters to Santa at any Sunshine Ace Hardware store to be sent to the North Pole. Sunshine Ace Hardware has a specially marked mailbox at each retail location to place letters bound for Santa\u2019s home. Letters to Santa can be sent from any Sunshine Ace Hardware location.\n<\/p>\n
Thursday, Nov. 20: Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach November Wine Night\n<\/p>\n
The elegant four-course wine dinner at JWB Grill on Thursday, Nov. 20, will feature selections from Napa Valley\u2019s renowned Far Niente winery. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the evening will pair fall-inspired dishes, such as butternut squash bisque, filet mignon and autumn spiced cheesecake, with Far Niente\u2019s Chardonnays, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Dolce wines paired with each course. Reservations are limited.\n<\/p>\n
Link: JWB Grill November Wine Dinner<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Saturday, Nov. 22: WICKED: FOR GOOD Movie Party at Alamo Drafthouse\u00a0Want to take your Oz experience over the rainbow? Alamo Drafthouse and Cinema will host a WICKED: FOR GOOD Movie Party on Nov. 22, where the magic won\u2019t stop at the screen. Come dressed to impress for the costume contest \u2013 there\u2019s a fun giveaway for the most spellbinding look \u2013 and every guest will receive a bag of enchanting goodies: a Grimmerie field notebook for jotting down spells, a Green Elixir bubble bath mixer for some wicked self-care, a loofah inspired by Glinda\u2019s iconic gown, a wind-up butterfly to release during the wedding scene, a storm cloud ribbon wand to whip up your own mini tornados and a witch hat hair clip. Link: drafthouse.com\/southwest-florida\/event\/movie-party-wicked-for-good?cinemaId=3201&sessionId=23523<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Sunshine Ace Hardware to host \u2018Thanksgrilling\u2019 BBQ Party on Nov. 22\n<\/p>\n Sunshine Ace Hardware is kicking off the holiday culinary season in Southwest Florida by hosting Thanksgrilling parties at each of its stores on Nov. 22. The annual Thanksgrilling event features creative culinary techniques for those seeking alternatives to traditional oven-roasted Thanksgiving turkeys and side dishes. Guests can indulge in the tasty samples, freshly prepared on Traeger, Weber and Big Green Egg grills.\n<\/p>\n Sunday, Nov. 23: Old Vines celebrates grand opening of The Supper Club at the Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt (third Naples location for Old Vines)\n<\/p>\n Old Vines is expanding its celebrated dining experience with the opening of a new location for The Supper Club at the Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt. The new space will be significantly larger than its original Davis Boulevard restaurant, but it will continue to offer a polished yet playful \u201cdinner lounge\u201d atmosphere \u2014 reminiscent of classic supper clubs from the 1930s and 1940s. While the new location will serve as the primary dining destination, the original Davis Boulevard Supper Club will remain open for private events and exclusive gatherings.\n<\/p>\n Link: oldvines.net\/supperclub<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Wednesday, Nov. 26: Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach Drinksgiving Eve\n<\/p>\n Celebrate Thanksgiving Eve island-style at Lah De Dah Beach Bar at Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach. Drinksgiving Eve features live music, tropical cocktails and a laid-back beach vibe perfect for reconnecting with friends and kicking off the holiday weekend. The event is open to the public; reservations are not required.\n<\/p>\n Link: Drinksgiving Eve<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Thursday, Nov. 27: Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach Thanksgiving Day Buffet\n<\/p>\n Head to Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach to enjoy an island-inspired Thanksgiving feast inside the beautiful ballroom, where guests will enjoy a generous buffet featuring coastal cuisine and classic holiday dishes for a festive fusion of seasonal flavors and relaxed island vibes.\n<\/p>\n Link: Thanksgiving Day Buffet<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Thursday, Nov. 27: Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach Thanksgiving at JWB Grill\n<\/p>\n Don\u2019t feel like cooking this Thanksgiving? Head to JWB Grill at Margaritaville Beach Resort, Fort Myers Beach, where coastal sophistication meets holiday tradition. Enjoy a chef-inspired menu of seasonal favorites made with fresh, local ingredients, all served in an intimate, Gulf-front setting.\n<\/p>\n Link: Thanksgiving at JWB Grill<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Nov. 26-Nov. 29: Thanksgiving weekend at Bay Street Yard and Festival of Misfit Toys\n<\/p>\n Bay Street Yard in downtown Fort Myers is celebrating Thanksgiving weekend with three days of festivities, starting with a \u201cDrinksgiving\u201d Thanksgiving Eve Bash on Wednesday, Nov. 26, featuring drink specials, a local alumni competition and music by Marcus Washington and DJ Ian Kelley. The fun continues on Saturday, Nov. 29 with the \u201cFestival of Misfit Toys\u201d toy drive and music fest from noon to 10 p.m., showcasing nine top Florida rock artists and benefiting Toys for Tots. Food and drink specials will be available throughout the holiday weekend.\n<\/p>\n Link: BayStreetYard.com\/Specials-Events<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Saturday, Nov. 29: Tommy Bohanon Foundation Softball Tournament and Toy Drive\n<\/p>\n The one-day tournament and toy drive will benefit local families in need. Attendees will be able to enjoy bounce houses, holiday craft vendors, food trucks with exciting action on the softball fields. To help kick-start the holiday spirit, Santa will make a special guest appearance. The admission fee is a new, unused toy on the day of the tournament.\n<\/p>\n