As you summon your holiday shopping derring-do, prepared to face the battle of the crowds, you might want to consider making a stop at J.C. Penney up in Northgate. Way out of the neighborhood, I know–but here’s why: Any purchases you make at the store between now and December 14, J.C. Penney will round up to the nearest dollar and donate the difference to the Wallingford Boys and Girls Club. The spare change adds up, too, as WBGC board member Jacqui Kramer explained to us, “This event usually brings in around $1,500, which pays for a lot of afternoon snacks, toys, books and gym equipment for neighborhood kids.”
The Wallingford Boys and Girls Club ( 1310 N 45th St) will also play host to Santa for pictures this Saturday, December 4, from 11:00 a.m. to 3 p.m, with portrait packages starting at $20. 20% of the proceeds will also go to the Boys and Girls Club. Click on the flyer for more details.