Celebrate the Holidays Hollywood Style at Cobb

Want to know where to drop off a letter to jolly ol' St. Nick? Need something to do to keep the little ones busy on a lazy afternoon? Looking to drop off a present for Toys for Tots?

Cobb Theatres Grove 16 has you covered. The Wesley Chapel movie theater has a long list of activities lined up for the holidays, including a Christmas fair for the whole family.

“We’re always trying to be a part of the community,” explained manager Demene Benjamin. “We do a lot of events throughout the year.”

Benjamin said this year’s holiday lineup offers plenty of activities for the whole family. Here’s a peek at what’s going on:

• The North Pole mailbox – Cobb has a special mailbox set up for express delivery to the North Pole. Visitors can drop off their letters to Santa until Nov. 28. Pre-addressed letterhead can be picked up in the theater’s lobby.
• Santa’s Workshop – This special one-day event is set for Nov. 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It includes a viewing of “Arthur Christmas,” crafts, games and lunch. The cost is $20. To reserve a space for this event, call the box office at 813-746-1363.
• The Christmas Fair – This community event takes place both inside and outside the theater Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will feature a variety of activities, including games and vendor displays from organizations such as local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops. Santa and Build-A-Bear Workshop’s Bearemy also will make special guest appearances.
• Toys for Tots drop off – Cobb also is serving as a Toys for Tots collection location. Just stop by with a new, unwrapped gift to help youngsters in the Pasco area enjoy a merrier holiday season.

Benjamin said Cobb plays host to so many events to make sure residents know the theater and its staff members want to be involved in the community.

Plus, she said, “We want to have fun.”

For more information about Cobb, visit the theater’s website.