Prep for This Season With the Bloomingdale-Riverview Patch Winter Gift Guide

Winter is coming. With cold weather set to hit large swaths of the country, families are gearing up and getting prepared. Patch is partnering with Amazon.com to offer you the best in winter essentials, ensuring you are ready for anything the season throws at you.

Check out these important winter items this season:

Lifesmart Pro Series Infrared Quartz Fireplace w/Remote: Now you can enjoy the warming glow of a fireplace anywhere in your home. This realistic adjustable fire display has two settings, digital thermostat, and E-Z Glide Coasters, making it easy to move.

Westinghouse Portable Generator: Don’t leave your home and family without power during the next nor’easter, windstorm or blizzard. With 7,500 running watts and 9,000 starting watts, this powerful generator can keep on the lights — and more.

Husqvarna 2-Stage Electric Start Snow Thrower: Snow slowing down your northern relatives? This durable and powerful snow thrower beats the heck out of a shovel and makes a great gift for those in frozen north.

AZ Patio Heaters: Perfect for a winter patio, this electric heater fits neatly into your patio umbrella. With 1,500 watts of power and a variety of temperature controls, this economical heater lets you enjoy your outdoor space without freezing.