‘TIS THE SEASON TO SUPPORT MARC’S CHRISTMAS TREE LOT & HOLIDAY SHOP

In addition to the Christmas tree lot, MARC offers poinsettias, wreaths, garlands, ornaments and other holiday decor.

It’s beginning to look — and smell — a lot like Christmas on Seminary Street in Key West. MARC’s Christmas tree lot and holiday shop opened, as always, the day after Thanksgiving.

The scent of fir trees fills the air, and makes even a hot Key West afternoon feel like Christmas.

The tree lot will be open daily until Christmas Eve, or until all the trees are sold. 

Sizes range from tabletop minis to 9-footers and prices range from $40 to $150.

The Monroe Association for Remarkable Citizens (MARC) is a nonprofit organization that provides life skill training and job opportunities for developmentally disabled adults in the community. Throughout the year, MARC operates a day program for its clients, along with a nursery and plant store. 

Its Christmas tree lot and pumpkin patch have been holiday traditions in Key West for more than 30 years.

In addition to the trees, MARC’s holiday shop offers decorated wreaths, garlands, poinsettias, ornaments, tree stands and gifts. Visit marchouse.org for more information.

Mandy Miles
Mandy Miles drops stuff, breaks things and falls down more than any adult should. An award-winning writer, reporter and columnist, she's been stringing words together in Key West since 1998. "Local news is crucial," she says. "It informs and connects a community. It prompts conversation. It gets people involved, holds people accountable. The Keys Weekly takes its responsibility seriously. Our owners are raising families in Key West & Marathon. Our writers live in the communities we cover - Key West, Marathon & the Upper Keys. We respect our readers. We question our leaders. We believe in the Florida Keys community. And we like to have a good time." Mandy's married to a saintly — and handy — fishing captain, and can't imagine living anywhere else.