Stop by the Cookie Caper on Saturday, 12/14 from 11-2 at St. Thomas Church in Terrace Park. A family friendly event with activities for kids, train display, St. Nicholas and yummy homemade cookies and candy to purchase for gifts and for you!  Contact carol@interparish.org.

Choice Pantry in Newtown, 3509 Debolt Rd., Office Hours open for donations: 9-4, M-F.

Shopping hours: 10-2, M-F; 6-8 p.m. on Monday. Batavia location is open Saturday, 10-2 at First Presbyterian Church, 3rd & North St., Batavia. Proof of residence, photo ID required. (Residents of Batavia, Bethel and Amelia may visit the Batavia pantry). Newtown location serves all of Clermont County and some zip codes in eastern Hamilton County.