Yappy Hour was held on Friday, Dec. 14, in the Pink Pony courtyard. Humans and dogs alike partook in treats and socializing.

The kids at the Boca Grande Child Care Center got a special visit from Santa Claus on Wednesday, Dec. 19 ... and he even came bearing gifts! Shown at right is the man of the hour himself, and one of the center’s little angels, Angelina Doherty.  Photo by Dusty

Save the date for a night of food, fun, and dancing with Cajun music and authentic Louisiana gumbo on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013 at the Crowninshield Community House, located on the commons of the Boca Grande Community Center.

BY SANDY JACOBS - Well, another 5,000 calorie-Thanksgiving has come and gone. Our Texas and Pennsylvania family converged on Florida, requiring three round trips to the airport in Tampa, and one to the east coast of the state and back.