Sunshine Ace Hardware is marking the start of Southwest Florida’s outdoor grilling season by hosting Thanksgrilling parties at each of its stores on Nov. 23.

Thanksgrilling, a family-friendly community event that debuted in 2019, offers culinary inspiration – and tasty samples – for those seeking alternatives to traditional oven-roasted Thanksgiving turkeys and side dishes.

Thanksgrilling parties will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23 at the following locations:

Collier County: Downtown Naples (141 Tamiami Trail North) East Naples (4433 Tamiami Trail East) Marco Island (1720 San Marco Road) Golden Gate (11673 Collier Blvd.) North Naples (8850 Founders Square Drive) Ave Maria (5630 Ave Maria Blvd.)

Lee County: Bonita Springs (9100 Bonita Beach Road) San Carlos Park (18911 Tamiami Trail South)

Charlotte County: Port Charlotte (3035 Tamiami Trail) Port Charlotte (912-A Kings Highway)

Pinellas County: Largo (1015 W. Bay Drive)

Manatee County: (Crowder Bros. Ace Hardware) Bradenton (5409 Manatee Ave. West) Lakewood Ranch (2401 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.)