Retired Military Hosts Toys for Tots Drive at The Market Shops

WHAT: The Market Shops, located at the entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, announced today that two of its merchants, Ben & Jerry’s and DIG eatery, are hosting a Toys for Tots Drive in support of the U.S. Marine Corps annual campaign. Both Greg Valloch of Ben & Jerry’s and Brian Murray of DIG eatery are retired military, having served in the United States Army and the United States Marine Corps, respectively. The two eateries are asking the community to bring a new, unwrapped toy to either location at The Market Shops, located at 9375 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Miramar Beach, Florida 32550, by December 15, 2016.

ABOUT:    About the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is a not-for-profit organization authorized by the U.S. Marine Corps to provide fundraising and other necessary support for the annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. Now in its 69th year, Toys for Tots provides joy and a message of hope to less fortunate children through the gift of a new toy or book during the Christmas holiday season. For more information, visit www.toysfortots.org

 About The Market Shops

Located at the entrance of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, The Market Shops is an upscale, neighborhood-style shopping, dining and entertainment center. After going through a complete renovation in the spring of 2014, The Market Shops has reemerged as the Emerald Coast’s premier location for local and unique retailers, specialty boutiques and an array of eateries from casual to fine dining. For more information, visit www.themarketshops.com or find The Market Shops on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

WHEN:       Collecting toys now through Thursday, December 15, 2016

WHERE:     The Market Shops

9375 Emerald Coast Pkwy.

Miramar Beach, FL 32550