In this Port Charlotte business, when it comes to making certain decisions,  “Love at first sight” is needed for approval. Indeed, “love at first sight is for the birds,” according to Greg Perugini. He and wife, Cindy, own Pet Owners … Find out how to read more online.

Looking for a unique Christmas gift? Can you  donate an unwrapped gift for a local senior  citizen or canned goods and toiletries for the needy? You can do all three at Down to Earth Apparel and Gifts, 2792-C Tamiami Trail … Find out how to read more online.

Encore National Bank in Port Charlotte recently hosted  the Sexy Shoe Event. Attendees were treated to delicious food,  champagne and a chance to socialize with other professional  women. Votes for the sexiest shoe were tallied and Cheyenne Young  was the … Find out how to read more online.

There is more to getting new windows than getting them replaced — permits are needed from the Charlotte County Building Department. “Permits are required if you replace more than 25 percent of the glass in the house,” said Randall Maitland, … Find out how to read more online.

Mr. Marvin’s Barber and Style Shop, owned by Barbara Putman, is 25 years old this month. The shop is located at 2200 Kings Highway, Port Charlotte, in the Maple Leaf Plaza. For more information, call 941-624-3788. Turkey dinner to be … Find out how to read more online.

Wes Window Washing  is celebrating its 30th  anniversary of ownership  with the Myers family. The business has been owned by the Myers family since 1982, when Dave Myers purchased the business from Wes Ryder’s daughter. Myers’ wife, Phyllis, and son, … Find out how to read more online.

The 13th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser will be held at the  Cultural Center of Charlotte County, 2280 Aaron St., Port Charlotte, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 13. For a donation of $12, participants will have the opportunity … Find out how to read more online.

Planning a wedding, an anniversary, a graduation or some other social event can be very stressful for anyone. It does not have to be, however. “I take the stress out,” said Valerie Francis-Sterling, the owner of Fusion Events Design, Inc. … Find out how to read more online.