LET'S GO ON A CANDY CANE HUNT!
From November 27 - December 31, families can hunt for large Candy Canes prominently displayed in the windows of participating Bethel businesses! Just drive by or walk by each business on the list --- no need to hunt inside. As you find Candy Canes, take a selfie/photo outside in front of the window and share online using #BethelCandyCaneHunt and tag @MacKidDanuryand be entered to win exciting prizes! Just Click on the Candy Cane Hunt Guide Image below to download and print. HAVE FUN!
SHARE YOUR PHOTOS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN
Prize packs will be awarded randomly based on the total number of photo entries received. Each photo is an entry, so the more you share the better your chances! See Official Rules here. To enter, simply share the photo on the Bethel Candy Cane Hunt Facebook Event Page or your own page and include the hashtag #BethelCandyCaneHunt in your social media post. The post also must be set to "public" vs. private so that we can see your entry. PLEASE tag us, too: Macaroni Kid Danbury on FB and @mackiddanbury on Instagram so we can share your photos and be sure to tag the local business! Let's show them our love and support! Just take a look at the AMAZING prizes that they have generously donated for this fun, community-wide event.
- PRIZE #1: Christmas cookie box from Daily Fare, a $25 gift certificate to Danceline Bethel, $20 Visa Gift Card from Royal Choice Transportation and Aveda Shampoo/Conditioner & Candle from Escape Salon!
- PRIZE #2: $50 gift certificate to La Zingara/ECCO Rooftop, fun items from the Chamber Creations Pop Up Shop and a small kids' gift basket from Base Technologies!
- PRIZE #3: Free Ghostly Gala Birthday Party from Monster Mini Golf (valued at $300)!
- PRIZE #4: Shampoo/Conditioner/Product from J. Co A Hair Company, Kindercare Backpack and Baseball Cap, $20 Gift Card to Famous Pizza!
- PRIZE #5: Sonic Toothbrush/Home Care Kit from Stony Hill Dental Care, A leotard from Kratos Gymnastics & a Free Kids' Haircut from Gayle's Family Hair Studio.
- PRIZE #6: $50 gift card to Salz Pizza, a fleece blanket from The Insurance Center and a squishable Stuffed Train from The Toy Room!
- PRIZE #7: $50 gift certificate to Hollandia Gift & Garden, two $20 gift certificates to Byrds Books and an invitation to pull the big rope and ring the bell at St. Thomas Episcopal Church!
Shop Local. Shop Small.
It sure has been a challenging year for us all, but especially for our local, small business community. The holiday shopping season is upon us and it's more than important that ever to SHOP LOCAL! Take a look at this wonderful holiday specials from the businesses you will be visiting during the Hunt. For everyone's safety, many businesses are offering online ordering, takeout and/or curbside pick up.
BASE Technologies
23 Francis J. Clarke Circle; 203-830-2482; https://www.baseinc.com/
Base Technologies provides businesses with IT solutions, network support, managed print services and document management solutions with the ultimate goal of improving day-to-day workflows. Year-end Promotion: Save a life with an AED. Automatic External Defibrillator’s enable both professional and first-time users to swiftly provide life-saving therapy. Appropriate locations are transportation, sporting venues, workplaces, schools, retail and hotels, recreation and places of worship. See full promotional flyer here.
Byrd's Books
178 Greenwood Ave.; 203-730-2973; https://byrdsbooks.com/
Open Wednesday, Friday & Saturday: 10:00am- 6:00pm.Tuesday and Thursday 10:00am - 8:00pm. Sunday & Monday by appointment only. Open Christmas Eve 10:00am-4:00pm. Closed Christmas Day. You may also order online as well as request curbside or store pick-up. Click here to browse the Holiday 2020 Catalog and check out Sip, Shop and Be Merry - Tuesdays in December from 3pm-8pm.
Chamber Creations Pop Up Shop
184 Greenwood Ave.; 203-948-2235; Facebook Page
A shop filled with handmade gifts to make your shopping easier! Shop a variety of greeting cards, photography, fine jewelry, chocolates, Tree of life wreaths, felted purses, masks, bibs, aprons, little girl dresses, American Girl Doll Clothes and more! HOLIDAY SPECIAL: 20% Off two or more jewelry pieces at $50 or more.
Daily Fare
13 Durant Ave.; 203-313-4935; http://dailyfare.net/
Daily Fare is located inside the Bethel Train Station. The kitchen is open weekdays from 6 am to 3 pm. We can also be found at the Bethel Farmers’ Market in Stony Hill on Saturdays, 9 am-1pm, from June through Thanksgiving. HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Ask us about our Christmas Cookie Boxes!
Danceline Bethel
137 Greenwood Ave.; 203-312-6792; https://www.dancelinebethel.com/
Danceline Bethel is a dance studio located downtown offering classes in jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, and musical theater for all ages. Spring season begins February 2021!
Escape Salon and Boutique
232 Greenwood Ave.; 203-798-9882; http://www.escapect.com/
Escape Salon and Boutique provides outstanding services and quality organic Aveda products. Visit the boutique for a unique shopping experience featuring handmade, eco-friendly and fair trade gifts by local and global artisans. HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Now enjoy 10% off boutique items!
Famous Pizza
1 PT Barnum Square; 203-797-1550; https://famouspizzabethel.com/
Famous Pizza is Bethel's hometown pizzeria since 1982! Open for curbside or home delivery from 11AM-9PM Monday through Saturday. Download the Famous Pizza App to track loyalty points, view coupons, pay with a gift card and order your favorite food online. Share your love this holiday season with a Famous Pizza gift card!
Gayle's Family Hair Studio
47 Stony Hill Rd.; 203-994-8429; http://gaylescuts.com/index.html
Gayle's, A Family haircutting Studio is a comfortable friendly environment for your entire family to have a haircut. Gayle's offers affordable haircuts for the entire family, and discounted senior prices. Gayle has over 17 years experience in cutting hair for everyone, but has a special talent for cutting children's hair. Done quickly, but professionally, the end resulting in a happy parent and 99% of the time a happy child.
Hollandia Gift & Garden
95 Stony Hill Rd.; 203-792-0268; http://hollandianurseries.com/
Enjoy a huge selection of poinsettias, centerpieces and wreaths of all sizes. Visit with Santa and Enjoy Live Jazz Music Every Sat & Sun through December 20, from 12-3pm! Pictures available with Santa at a SAFE DISTANCE with NO CONTACT. Photo Proceeds donated to a local charity. For Social Distance Comfort - Fresh Cut Christmas Trees will be available at both Stony Hill Rd. and Old Hawleyville Rd. locations. Check out the 12 Days of Family Specials Dec. 3, 4, 7-11, 14-18.
J. Co A Hair Company
101B Greenwood Ave; 203-207-0149; http://www.jcoahaircompany.com/
Dizzy Lizies is now J.CO a Hair Company!!! Walk into J.CO and you will know right away you are somewhere special, but don’t let the intimate atmosphere fool you! Our very talented group of women delivers NYC style backed by cutting edge trending style. Now Offering L’OREAL PRO FIBER treatment and products.
Kindercare
174 Old Hawleyville Rd.; 203-792-6991; https://www.kindercare.com/our-centers/bethel/ct/301381
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years; Open: 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, M-F. Enrollment ongoing. Now offering distance learning support for elementary school kids, grade K-6. Kindercare helps families build confidence for life with programs that give children a foundation they can build on and classrooms that feel just like home. Wherever they go after they leave KinderCare, they’ll be ready to think bigger, feel stronger, and aim higher.
Kratos Gymnastics
13 Francis J. Clarke Circle, Unit D; 203-768-0188; https://kratosgym.com/
Offering small group, high quality low cost group classes. The gymnastics program at Kratos is designed to give each student the opportunity, motivation, and specialized attention they need to transform themselves and accomplish their personal goals. Each student will constantly be challenged and will constantly continue learning whether it is just improving a small detail on technique, or accomplishing a big skill, ALL PROGRESS is celebrated! Classes are offered in 4-week sessions: Toddler Gymnastics, Recreational Gymnastics and Specialty Classes. See the full list on the web site. Now enrolling for Winter!
La Zingara Ristorante & ECCO Rooftop
8 PT Barnum Sq; 203-744-7500; https://www.lazingara.com/
La Zingara is a local favorite trattoria featuring high-end imported Italian ingredients in simple, rustic preparations. Their seasoned wait staff, crisp white tablecloths and contemporary Regional Italian cuisine leave you wanting more. Ecco, located just above La Zingara, is the perfect, casual rooftop escape. The brick oven is the heart of the eatery and the staff has created a menu of signature dishes with frequently changing specials created to celebrate American casual cuisine. Ecco is open seasonally from March to January. HOLIDAY SPECIAL: 10% off all gift cards for small business Saturday 11/28!
Monster Mini Golf and Laser Tag
13 Stony Hill Rd.; 203-744-4653; https://monsterminigolf.com/bethel/
A unique, glow-in-the-dark mini golf experience! Plus enjoy an arcade as well as lazer tag and a ropes course! HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Christmas Stocking Sale! $25 for 4-passes to mini golf, laser tag or ropes course, 1 bumper car pass, 1 game of bowling, 500 prize tickets ($65 value) or purchase a $50 stocking for 6 passes mini golf, laser tag or ropes course, 1 bumper car ride, 1 game of bowling $25 arcade game card and 500 tickets.
Royal Choice Global Transportation
103 Greenwood Ave; 203-792-5466; https://www.limoridenowct.com/
Royal Choice Global Transportation has been providing on-time, safe, reliable transportation for over 20 years. From airport services to corporate meetings in NYC, to group transportation and special events, its fleet of new, luxurious vehicles are at your disposal by reservation only 24 hours 7 days week. To/From Airport, NYC, Doctor Appointments, Grocery Shopping, Courier Services. Holiday Special: Get $25 off any one way airport reservation.
Salz Pizza
211 Greenwood Ave.; 203-744-7259; http://www.salzpizza.com/
Located in the heart of Downtown in Dolan's Plaza. Made from the finest and most fresh ingredients, Salz' NY Style Pizza, Authentic Italian Entrees & Specials, Salads, Appetizers, Jumbo Wings, and Desserts are sure to please the whole family. Ingredients meet the highest standard of quality--quality you can trust. Offering Take-Out, Fast Delivery, and a 4-Season Open-Air Patio Room. Make Sal'z Pizza your lunch or dinner destination for you and your family! HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Check out the special Christmas Menu Here.
St. Thomas Episcopal Church
95 Greenwood Ave.; 203-743-1494; https://www.stthomasbethel.org/
Located across from Caraluzzi's. Offering services 9AM on Sundays (online) or monthly in-person. Families are invited to "A Family Fireside Christmas Eve" with carols, prayers, the Christmas story and a Christmas tale for all ages. December 24th at 4:30PM.
Stony Hill Dental Care
76 Stony Hill Rd.; 203-744-0033; https://www.stonyhilldental.com/
The leading provider of quality dentistry and personalize oral health services in Bethel. Experienced dentists and staff offers comprehensive dental examinations and specialize in a wide array of cosmetic, preventative, general and specialized dental services using the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology available. Schedule an appointment and give your smile the level of care and attention it deserves.
The Insurance Center
6 Stony Hill Rd.; 203-730-0634; https://www.theinsurancectr.com/
A professional, insurance agency serving the community since 1925. Our agents have extensive experience in the insurance industry and are dedicated to providing you, our client, with caring, personalized service. We work with a wide range of quality, reliable insurance companies and can provide coverage options for any business or personal insurance need. Our staff has been working in the industry for many years. We offer guidance and help you make the right decisions for yourself, your family, or your business. We take care of our customers like family. We're here for you – whether to provide a rate, assist with a claim, expand your coverage, or just answer questions.
The Toy Room
180 Greenwood Ave.; 203-791-0531; https://toyroombethel.com/
Offering contact-free shopping! Just order online and choose curbside pickup! The Toy Room has become the premier store to go to for all your toy needs offering a unique selection of quality toys including: crafts, games, dolls, science projects, building kits, pretend play, puzzles, toys for infants, educational, special needs and developmental toys. HOLIDAY SPECIALS: Santa's Surprise Bags (offered in $25 and $50 denominations). Each bag is customized for age - no one is too young or too old to enjoy these bags! Makes a great gift for your family, friends or secret Santa gift exchange.
