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Find Candy Canes Around Bethel for a Chance to Win Prizes!

Shop Local. Shop Small.

By Meghan Friedland, Editor/Publisher Macaroni Kid Greater Danbury, CT December 10, 2021

LET'S GO ON A CANDY CANE HUNT!

From December 10 - December 31, families can hunt for large Candy Canes prominently displayed in the windows of participating Bethel businesses! As you find Candy Canes, take a selfie/photo outside in front of the window and share online using #BethelCandyCaneHunt and tag @MacKidDanury and be entered to win exciting prizes! Just Click on the Candy Cane Hunt Guide Image below to download and print. HAVE FUN!  

This fun event (in its second year), is designed to encourage families to shop local this holiday season. So while you are hunting, we hope you go inside or go online to support our local businesses! Scroll down below for a list of holiday promotions from some of our local businesses to help you with your holiday shopping list!



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! 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 wonderful prizes that they have generously donated for this fun, community-wide event. See Official Rules here.

  • PRIZE #1: $100 gift certificate to Hollandia Gift & Garden
  • PRIZE #2: $100 Harry & David Gift Basket from The Insurance Center!
  • PRIZE #3: A Sonic Toothbrush/Home Care Kit from Stony Hill Dental Care & a Free Kids' Haircut from Gayle's Family Hair Studio!
  • PRIZE #4: A $25 Gift Certificate from The Toy Room, a $10 Gift Certificate to Daily Fare and a Child's Book from Byrd's Books!
  • PRIZE #5:  a $25 gift certificate to Danceline Bethel and a $25 Off a One-Way Airport Reservation from Royal Choice Transportation and a Holiday Gift Basket from Base Technologies!

Shop Local. Shop Small.

The last couple of years sure has been a challenging time us all, but especially for our local, small business community. The holiday shopping season is upon us and now it's more than important that ever to SHOP LOCAL! Take a look at these wonderful holiday specials from some of the businesses you will be visiting during the Hunt. 

Byrd's Books

178 Greenwood Ave.; 203-730-2973; https://byrdsbooks.com/

Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday 10AM-6PM, Thursday 10AM-8PM, Sunday 12PM-4PM. Open Christmas Eve 10:00am-4:00pm. Closed Christmas Day 12/25 and 12/26. Open 12/27 12PM-6PM. Holiday Special: Save 15% off any one item! PLUS, Click here to browse the Holiday 2021 Catalog  

Daily Fare 

13 Durant Ave.; 203-313-4935;  http://dailyfare.net/

Daily Fare is located inside the Bethel Train Station. The kitchen is Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7AM-4PM and Tuesday, Thursday 9AM-4PM. HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Stop in for 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 2022!  

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 freshly cut Christmas trees, poinsettias, centerpieces and wreaths of all sizes. Photos with Santa and Enjoy Live Jazz Music Every Sat & Sun from 12-3pm! Check out the 12 Days of Family Specials Dec. 3, 4, 7-11, 14-18.

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 $10 off any one way airport reservation. 

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. Holiday Special: Get $1,000 off clear aligners!

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. Call for your Holiday Event Insurance!

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 SPECIAL: Mention Macaroni Kid Candy Cane Hunt and take 10% off an item of your choice!
 

BE SURE TO VISIT ALL OF OUR WONDERFUL BETHEL BUSINESSES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!