FOROS to take over annual Christmas tree sales
An after-Thanksgiving tradition on the islands will continue thanks to new event organizers.
Picking up the long-standing fundraiser from the Sanibel-Captiva Lions Club, the Friends of Randy of Sanibel (FOROS) will hold the Christmas Tree Sales starting on Nov. 29 at Jerry’s Foods on Sanibel.
They will be available on Saturday through Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“We got 100 trees, which are all different sizes,” FOROS President Randy Carson said.
“We’ve 5-6 feet, all the way through 9-10 feet,” he added.
The west side parking lot will turn into a wonderland of premium fraser firs, freshly cut and shipped.
“They come out of Michigan,” Carson said, noting that they continued with the Lions’ vendor.
There will also be some Christmas tree stands available for purchase.
As is tradition, the event will serve as fundraiser.
“We do a different charity every year. This year, we did the Sanibel Sea School,” he said referring to the FOROS’ annual 4th of July Road Rally. “So, it’ll coincide with the road rally proceeds also.”
The trees typically sell out quickly, so the community is advised to shop early.
“Come early,” Carson said.
Those interested can also preorder a tree, especially for the big ones.
“Order early if you want,” he said.
FOROS thanked the Sanibel Fire and Rescue District, which will again help to unload the trees, and Rachel Pierce.
“Thank you to the FOROS members and volunteers,” Carson added.
The community is encouraged to grab their tree.
“To carry on the Christmas tree tradition that the Lions Club started — and to support the charity and the community,” he said.
To preorder or for more information, contact Carson at 239-699-8739 or rcarsonsan@gmail.com.
FOROS is state-registered nonprofit entity.
Jerry’s Foods is at 1700 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.
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IF YOU GO
What
Christmas Tree Sales
Who
Friends of Randy of Sanibel (FOROS)
When
Saturday through Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where
Jerry’s Foods, 1700 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
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