Visit Santa at Port Charlotte Town Center in his holiday home located at Center Court from November 27th through December 24th.

Santa Visits & Photos

Spotlight on SANTA!

Santa Photos

The holiday season often involves traveling to see loved ones or taking a trip somewhere fun, which can be exciting but comes with a little bit of stress. With some planning, you can ensure a smooth trip for everyone.

Plan Ahead: Book flights and accommodations early to avoid last-minute stress. This helps you secure better deals and ensures that pet-friendly options are available if you’re traveling with furry family members.

Pack Smart: Create a packing checklist for each family member, including pet essentials like food, bowls, and toys. Use packing cubes to save space and stay organized.

Stay Entertained: Keep kids occupied with games, coloring books, and snacks. For pets, bring their favorite blanket or toy to ease anxiety during travel. Some pets feel safe and secure inside a crate, which you can make extra cozy with blankets. Talk to your veterinarian before traveling for any advice!

Consider Health Needs: Pack any required medications and snacks that cater to dietary restrictions in your personal item (if flying) or in an easily accessible tote for the drive. This will help avoid unexpected stops and keep everyone comfortable.

Make Time for Breaks: If driving, schedule regular breaks for bathroom stops and leg stretching. This keeps kids and pets calm and prevents restlessness. 

The holidays are a busy time filled with crowds and excitement. Remembering these tips can make your holiday travels more cheery and less stressful.

Dec 12, 2024

Spotlight

Stress-Free Holiday Traveling Tips You Need to Know!

The holidays tend to be a fun and exciting time, but also filled with plenty of parties and special occasions. There is nothing worse than it being the day of a party and you are scrambling through your closet. In this guide, we are going to talk about several different holiday party outfits that you can wear for any event!

 

1. Office Holiday Party

If you have an upcoming office holiday party, you might be struggling with what to wear. Maybe you want to show your holiday spirit, but also want to remain professional. This is the perfect time to either wear a chic black dress that is knee-length or if you want to wear pants then put on a great pair of trousers and pair it with a sequin top and a blazer to finish the look.

 

2. Casual Holiday Party

Maybe your friend is throwing a holiday party, but said that is not overly fancy. Feel free to have fun with your look. A great pair of leather leggings paired with a red or dark green sweater is perfect for this occasion. If you want to wear something more eye-catching, feel free to wear black jeans with a sequin top or blazer and put on your favorite black booties to complete the look.

 

3. Dressy Holiday Party

If you got an invite and you know that the event is going to require you to dress up, then this would be the perfect time to consider a dress. If you want to keep it more understated, then consider a black dress with some sequin detailing or if you want to make a statement, you might consider wearing an all-sequin dress to really show your holiday spirit. You can finish the look with simple, classic jewelry and pair it with your favorite pair of heels.

 

4. Formal Holiday Party

For any holiday party that is a formal occasion, you will likely want to wear a floor-length gown. Feel free to show your personality and choose a color that suits your personal taste, while keeping in the holiday spirit. You can never go wrong with a black dress, but a deep red or forest green will have you feeling holiday ready.

 

No matter what type of holiday party you are going to, there are several different outfit options available! We hope this guide will keep you from rifling through your closet at the last minute and have you feeling confident and beautiful for any event!

Dec 10, 2024

Holiday Party Coming Up? Here’s What to Wear!

Holiday photos are an excellent way to capture memories, but finding time is another challenge. With a few simple tricks, you can get beautiful shots at the last minute and have fun in the process. 

Pick a Simple Background: Set the scene in a well-lit room or a festive outdoor spot. Avoid busy backgrounds that distract from the focus, especially if you wear patterned attire. For example, outdoor backgrounds - a Christmas tree farm are always a classic choice!

Coordinate Outfits: Choose complementary colors rather than matching outfits. For festive flair, add a pop of holiday color, like red or green, to go with neutral outfits. 

Use Natural Light: Position your family facing a window or set up outdoors to make the most of natural light. This avoids harsh shadows and adds warmth.

Try Posed and Candid Shots: Start with a posed photo, then encourage some playful moments for candid shots. This keeps the session fun and authentic—you never know what gem you’ll capture!

Use a Tripod: If no one can take a picture, use a tripod or a phone stand. Set a timer for hands-free shooting.Wrap-up: 

Even if you’re short on time, you can take memorable holiday photos in no time! Just remember to have fun and enjoy the time with your family. 

Dec 05, 2024

How to Take the Best Last-Minute Holiday Family Photo

FOUR Movie Tickets!

Six OneBlood Reusable Cups

Chick fil A Card

Wellness Checkup

Appointments are encouraged.

December 28th from 11:30A - 5:30P at the Regal Cinema Parking Lot

Event

Centennial Cares: OneBlood Blood Drive - Movie Tickets!

Holiday Gift Wrap Station presented by the Women's Club of Charlotte County.

Located between Exotic Gems and Claire's near Center Court.

Available NOW through December 24th

Centennial Cares: Holiday Gift Wrap Station

This celebration is open to the public.

Celebrate Chanukah with Music, History, Menorah Lighting and Food! Event will be located at Dillard's Court.

Presented by Chabad of Charlotte County.

December 26th from 6:00PM until 8:00PM

Chanukah Celebration! 

What a better way to multi-task this holiday season than SHOP & (Pokémon)GO at Port Charlotte Town Center.

Visit this Pokémon GO LINK for Event Bonuses, Featured Pokémon, Raids and MORE!

SHOP & (Pokémon)GO - December 21 & 22 From 2PM until 5PM

Holiday SHOP & GO

Looking for that unique gift?  You just may find it at The Collection.

Presented by Diamond Events.

The Collection MARKET at PCTC - Where goods, crafts, unique items and discoveries can be found!

To be a vendor at The Collection, contact Tammy at Diamond Events.

 941-275-0088

 Tammy@diamondeventsfl.com

https://diamondeventsfl.com/

December 7th & 8th AND 21st & 22nd

The Collection Holiday Market

We’ve reserved special times for your furry friends to join in your family photos with Santa. 

Monday, December 2 from 4 - 7pm 

Monday, December 9 from 4 - 7pm 

Monday, December 16 from 4 - 7pm 

Pets must be leashed or in a carrier. 

Please use Mall Entrance at Cody's Roadhouse Restaurant and remain at Center Court with your pet.

Reservations are recommended but not required. Walk-ups welcome. 

Make reservations HERE.

Select Mondays from 4pm - 7pm

Pet Photos with Santa!

Centennial Real Estate Management L.L.C.

Port Charlotte Town Center promises shopping success! Shop our anchors and more than 60+ specialty stores and eateries located in the mall.

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Santa Photos

Centennial Cares: OneBlood Blood Drive - Movie Tickets!

Centennial Cares: Holiday Gift Wrap Station

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