The Magical Christmas Tree Tour
ON VIEW: December 12 – 27, 2025
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, December 12, 2025, 5:30-7:00 PM, Free and open to the public.
Come enjoy a wonderland of trees decorated by local businesses and organizations! Vote for your favorite by placing your non-perishable food donations under the tree of your choice!
Food donations will be given to the ForKids food pantry to help families in our community. Our first year, we raised 2,551 food donations for ForKids. Let’s do this again!!
Applications for organizations are closed. List of participating organizations coming soon!!
*If you have any questions, concerns, please contact the Visual Arts Manager, Nana Ferdnance at nana.ferdnance@suffolkcenter.org or 757-923-0003 ext 108.
Dr. Thomas Yannuzzi, Dr. Rick Byrd, Rebecca Myers and Nana Ferdnance counting the 2024 non-perishable items donated to ForKids
Food pantries typically need non-perishable foods, also known as shelf-stable foods, that are high in protein and have a long shelf life. Food banks don’t accept perishable foods like dairy, meat, produce, leftovers, or baked goods. Some items to consider donating include:
- Peanut butter: A high-protein food that’s popular with food banks and families with children
- Canned vegetables: A nutrient-dense food that lasts a long time on shelves
- Canned fish: A good source of protein, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids
- Pasta: Whole grain pasta is preferred
- Rice: Brown rice is preferred
- Cooking oils: Vegetable, sunflower, and extra virgin oils are all welcome
- Broth: Makes meals more nutritious and tasty
Pictures from the Magical Christmas Tree Tour 2024
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