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The Nutcracker ............................................................................ 6 Simple Holiday Decorations ....................................................... 8 Going Griswold ......................................................................... 10 Window Dressing ...................................................................... 11 Salt Dough Ornaments ............................................................. 12 Decorate with Ornaments ......................................................... 13 Holidays by the Numbers .......................................................... 14 Host a Cookie Exchange ............................................................ 15 The Perfect Christmas Tree ....................................................... 16 Keepsake Traditions .................................................................. 17 Elf on the Shelf .......................................................................... 18 A Season of Giving .................................................................... 19 Caring at Christmas .................................................................. 20 Holiday Movie Lineup .............................................................. 21 Why Shop Local ........................................................................ 22 A Gift to the Community ........................................................... 24 Catch a Show ............................................................................. 25 Embrace the Holiday Spirit ....................................................... 26 Hard-to-Buy-For Gifts ............................................................... 28 Finding the Perfect Gift ............................................................. 30 Small Business Saturday ........................................................... 31 The Artist .................................................................................. 32 The Baker .................................................................................. 33 The Athlete ................................................................................ 34 The Pets ..................................................................................... 35 The Minimalist .......................................................................... 36 The Relatives ............................................................................. 37 The Reluctant Recipient ............................................................ 38 Center of Attention ................................................................... 39 Pass Around the Cheer .............................................................. 40 Holiday Magic with Breads....................................................... 41 Seasonal Salads......................................................................... 42 Give Some Jars of Love .............................................................. 43 Visit Claflin for the Holidays .................................................... 45 Visit Hoisington for the Holidays.............................................. 46 Turkey Three Ways .................................................................... 47 Leftover Solutions ..................................................................... 48 Visit Ellinwood for the Holidays ............................................... 49 Keep Fit for the Holidays .......................................................... 50 Healthy Meal Traditions .......................................................... 51 Visit Pawnee County for the Holidays ...................................... 53 Controlling Portions ................................................................. 56 Celebrating Responsibly ............................................................ 59 Managing Stress ........................................................................ 60 Now Hiring ................................................................................ 61

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This Holiday Season!

November 24 – Explore GB Black Friday 24 – Refined Medley Open House (10 am -5:30 pm, 1601 Kansas Ave.)

25 – Explore GB Small Business Saturday and Cookie Contest

25 – Santas Around the World Opens (6:15pm, 1221 Main)

25 – Visit with Santa (6:30pm, 1221 Main)

25 – Light the Square Event (6:15pm, Jack Kilby Square)

25 – Nativity in Jack Kilby Square

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25 – Home for the Holidays Parade and Events

28 – Giving Tuesday

25 – Annual Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting

(3:30-5 pm, Lincoln Elem., 5630 Broadway)

(6:15pm, Jack Kilby Square)

25 – Free Ice Skating Opens!

25 – Free Hot dogs, funnel cakes, hot chocolate (Jack Kilby Square)

28-30 – GBRC Deck The Halls 29 – GBRC Santa Elves (3:30-5 pm, Eisenhower Elem., 1212 Garfield)

30 – BCC Student Recital (4 pm Morrison Chapel)

30 – BCC Instrumental Concert (7:30 pm, FA Aud.)

December 1 – 14th Annual Jingle Bell Swing “Big Band” Holiday Dance

7 – GBRC Sharing Holiday Traditions

(8 pm, American Legion, 1011 Kansas Ave.)

(12 pm, Barton County Academy, 5220 SW 10th St)

2 – KWEC Holiday Open House

7 – GBRC My Christmas Canvas Painting

(592 NE K 156 Hwy)

(3:30 - 5 pm, Lincoln)

2 – Christmas Nativity Pictures

8 – GBRC Christmas Dinner & Open House

(6 - 8pm, Brit Spaugh Park)

11 – HS Vocal Christmas Concert, HS Aud. (7:30 pm)

13 – GBRC Christmas Entertaining Meals (18+, 12 pm, Rec)

15 – GBRC Special Needs Christmas Dance (7- 9 pm, Activity Center)

16 – GBRC Holiday Crafts

(12 pm, Senior Center, 2005 Kansas Ave.)

3 – Holiday Home Décor

(2 - 4pm, Flavored Celebrations, 1315 Stone)

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18 – KWEC Cheyenne Bottoms Christmas Bird Count

(6 - 8pm Brit Spaugh Park)

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(1 - 5pm, Reception to follow at Rosewood Gallery, 1607 Main Street)

3 – Shafer Art Gallery Holiday Open House (1 - 4 pm, BCC)

4 – BCC Holiday Concert (7:30 pm, FA Aud.)

4 – Santa’s Workshop

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5-7 – GBRC Deck The Halls

(3:30 - 5 pm, Jefferson & Eisenhower)

6 – GBRC Santa Elves (3:30 - 5 pm, Lincoln)

10 – KWEC Craft Series – Christmas Jewelry 10 – HS Vespers Concert, HS Auditorium (2 pm)

18 – GBRC Santa Elves (3:30 - 5 pm, Rec)

18 – HS Band Concert, HS Gym

10 – Youth Choir Concert, HS Auditorium (3:30 pm)

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18 – HS Orchestra Concert, HS Auditorium (7 pm)

10 – BCHS Annual Open House “Ghosts of Christmas Past”

27 – GBRC Holiday Kids Day Out

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11 – Golden Belt Community Concert “Silver Bells and Diamonds” (Doors open at 6:30 pm, City Auditorium, Lakin Ave & Stone St.)

28 - GBRC Holiday Kids Day Out (9 - 4 pm)

30- Last day for Ice Skating Rink

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The Nutcracker It is not uncommon during the holidays to see little wooden soldiers in various shapes and sizes lining the mantles of fireplaces or quietly guarding rooms from other perches.

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hese regal little soldiers are nutcrackers, and they’ve become an iconic symbol of the Christmas season.

German Folklore According to German folklore, nutcrackers were given as keepsakes to bring good luck to families and protect the home. The carving of nutcrackers developed as a cottage industry in rural Germany. They most famous ones come from Sonneberg, Germany — which is also a center of doll-making — and the Ore Mountains.

Nutcrackers were carved in the shapes of soldiers, kings,

and knights — along with other professions that have existed since the 15th century.

The Tale that Made them Famous The wooden figures got a major publicity boost when the story of The Nutcracker was set to music

by Tchaikovsky in 1891, and premiered the week before Christmas in 1892.

The Nutcracker Ballet has become an iconic Christmas tradition. A ballet in two acts, the story centers on a family’s Christmas Eve celebration.

The production is now performed by hundreds of ballet companies across the globe each year.

An American Fascination While nutcrackers are wildly popular now in Christmas decor, this was not always the case. They only became popular in the United States approximately 50 years ago. During World War II, American soldiers brought the figurines home from Germany as gifts and souvenirs.

Their popularity exploded, and mass reproductions followed. With the increased availability of pre-shelled nuts, their design changed. While original nutcrackers were designed with mouths large (and sturdy) enough to crack open a nut, modern designs are purely ornamental.

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Simple Holiday Decorations Holiday cheer can be used carefully and sparingly and still create a big impact. Whether you are trying to embrace a minimalist lifestyle or you don’t have a lot of time to dedicate to decorating, these ideas will bring holiday cheer into your home in no time at all.

Utilize Your Walls Wall space is an often-overlooked part of our home for holiday decor. Because it is vertical space, we can decorate it easily without feeling the intrusion of another item into the living space of a room.

Consider hanging stockings from a branch instead of from a mantle, or set them on a piece of furniture. Hang festive wreaths along a line of windows. These options will instantly inject holiday cheer into a room.

Go Simple with Gift-wrapping Forgo flashy Christmas paper in favor of something simple yet striking. Consider brown butcher’s paper on which you (or your kids) can draw Christmas scenes.

You also can keep it natural by securing your gifts with a piece of red-and-white-striped baker’s twine and a sprig of pine.

Replace Instead of Add It is routine for people to add their holiday decor to their existing home decor. Instead

of adding more things to a room, consider replacing items.

Remove a vase or other knick-knacks from a side table and replace them with reindeer figurines or a nativity scene. Take photos or pictures off the wall and replace them with a Christmas scene.

Simplify by Going Big When choosing holiday decor, sometimes the best way to approach trimmings is to first think about how you will clean around them. Would you rather dust a cluster of small decorations or pick up around one larger piece?

Large decorations can create a big impact, reducing the need for many decorations in order to feel as if you’ve decorated.

Remember the Good Ideas The best decor arrangements are inspired spontaneously. If you enjoy how a room or arrangement turned out, don’t forget to take a photo. This will help you recreate it in following years, and help you incorporate new items later.

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heyenne Bottoms, our local wetland, is known by nature enthusiasts world-wide for its incredible recreational opportunities: hunting, bird watching, nature photography, and others. Did you know it also is a unique local choice for your holiday shopping needs? This year, check out the Kansas Wetlands Education Center’s Wetlands Gift Store!

The KWEC offers unique selections of gift ideas for just about everyone on your list. For the wildlife watcher, the Gift Store offers wildlife identification guides, books, nature-themed t-shirts, local wildlife photographs, stuffed animals, bird feeders, and nature artwork. For others, the Gift Store has many ‘Made in Kansas’ items, local art pieces, science toys, and jewelry.

The Gift Store has exciting new selections this year for your holiday gifts. Carved gourd animal figurines and ornaments from For the Love of Gourds, crafted in remote villages of South America, have been extremely popular this year. We also have stocked some new picture frames and wildlife home decor from River’s Edge. Junior Naturalist vests will outfit your little scientists, and a wide selection of wildlife puzzles are popular with grandma.

The KWEC also is featuring works from several local artists and artisans. A wide selection of scented candles and melts from Kansas Earth and Sky Candle Co. from Ellinwood, as well as numerous homemade soaps from Artisan Soaps in Great Bend are great gifts and stocking stuffers. Also new, are exquisite wheel-thrown pottery pieces made by local artist Dave Hilley.

As you shop local for your Christmas gifts this year, be sure to check The Wetlands Gift Store located at the Kansas Wetlands Education Center at Cheyenne Bottoms, 10 miles northeast of Great Bend along K-156 Highway. For additional information or insights on other gift store items, call the KWEC at 877-243-9268.

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Going Griswold Decorating for the holidays is a long held and respected tradition. No matter where you live, you can find a neighborhood that is transformed by lights and full of holiday spirit.

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hese neighborhoods often become infamous to locals and become tourist attractions in their own right. For some towns, the pressure is really on. When Christmas is in your name, you have to do it up right. Here’s the rundown on three towns that pull out all the stops.

North Pole, Alaska Living in “the North Pole,� how can you not feel the responsibility to show off your Christmas cheer? The town hosts what its citizens call “Christmas in Ice.� This is a six-week winter ice park, featuring ice art competitions, ice slides, a maze and ice

sculpture demonstrations.

It also has a highly touted kids’ park. The festival hosts many other activities, including cookie decorating.

The festival concludes with Santa playing in the ice park on Christmas Eve before leaving to make his annual deliveries.

Christmas Cove, Maine Christmas Cove is an actual cove, which means it is pretty empty at Christmas.

(Winter in Maine is not a time to be on a boat.) However, just North is Wilton, and Wilton Lights has been a Maine holiday tradition for many years.

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at a private residence is set to timers and animated by music, which can be heard by tuning in to a local radio station when you are nearby.

Think twice before you travel this year, however. The family that displays the lights at its home is moving across town and has decided to postpone the light show this year.

Santa Claus, Indiana If you are ever in Santa Claus, check out its Land of Light — the largest campground holiday light show in North America. The light show tells a story in lights and storyboards, with more than 300 light display pieces stretching more than a mile.

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Window Dressing Dressing up the windows for the holidays can be the perfect finishing touch to any room.

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indow decor also is an avenue through which you can keep your decorating fresh every year, and it can be a great outlet to exercise creativity.

Consider decorating the rest of your home and then sprucing up the windows with remnant decorations that did not get used elsewhere. (We all have leftovers.) Here are just a few ideas to get the creative juices flowing.

Snowflakes Create your own winter wonderland by attaching homemade snowflakes to your windows. Cut them from delicate, thin parchment for a subtle effect.

You don’t have to be an artist for parchment snowflakes to look fabulous, as their thin yet sturdy material is great at hiding imperfections.

Wreaths You can’t go wrong with this classic choice. Hanging wreaths in a row over multiple windows can have a striking effect that is enjoyed from both inside and outside the home.

Garland Drape greenery over your curtain rods to add a pop of color and fresh scent. If you prefer more color, consider wrapping curtain rods with thick, lush ribbons and letting the ends curl down to the floor, trimming your curtains. Also don’t overlook beaded garland.

Ornaments Ornaments are not just for the tree. Hang glass ornaments at varying heights from a curtain rod using coloring ribbons. This will allow light to hit them and splash color throughout the room. However, remember if you are attaching them to the curtain rod, it will be difficult to close the drapes. This option is best on a rear-facing window, or consider attaching a secondary tension rod behind your current one.

Pine cones Simplistic and stunning, hanging pine cones bring a bit of nature inside to enjoy.

The effect is more rustic and down-to-earth and will complement pine or fir swags, wreaths or garland.

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Salt Dough Ornaments Homemade decorations give your home that heartfelt touch. Stringing popcorn and cranberries is low-maintenance, but don’t shy away from salt dough.

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alt dough is an easy craft the whole family can enjoy. It offers a blank holiday canvas just waiting for you and your family to mold into shapes and add color and detail.

Salt dough is a forgiving material and allows you to make your designs as intricate or simple as you desire. Turn it into a tradition by pairing it with hot cocoa and Christmas carols and you are sure to repeat this activity for years to come.

Steps Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. In a mixing bowl, add the flour and salt and stir together before adding the water. Mix thoroughly.

Sprinkle flour onto either parchment paper or directly onto the countertop and knead the dough until it is soft and pliable (think pie crust). Add more flour if the dough is too sticky or water if it is too dry to stick together.

Lightly flour the rolling pin and roll out the

dough to about a 1/4-inch thickness.

Time for the cookie cutters. Fun Christmas shapes are always wonderful, but if you lack cookie cutters, use biscuit cutters or the open side of a drinking glass. These round shapes are perfect for decorating later to look like glass ornaments or snow globes.

Place shapes on an ungreased cookie sheet and use the straw to poke holes in the “tops” of the ornaments. You will use

these holes later to string ribbon through for hanging.

Place the cookie sheet in the oven and let bake for two to three hours.

You want the ornaments to be completely dry.

Flip once about half way through. Allow to cool to room temperature before decorating.

A note on decorating: If you want the ornaments to last through the years, apply two to three coats of a non-toxic acrylic varnish over them. This prevents moisture from seeping in.

INGREDIENTS 1 cup flour 1/2 cup salt 1/2 cup water Note: Never use a self-rising flour, as this will cause the ornaments to bubble and crack during baking.

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Decorate with Ornaments Waste not, want not — particularly during the holidays. After decorating the large focal areas of your home, such as the tree, it is not uncommon to have decor items left over each year.

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his is especially true for ornaments. But before you toss the unused ornaments back into their storage containers, consider other ways you can use them in your decor, other than on the tree.

Create a Striking Centerpiece Putting various-sized bulbs in a bowl or glass vase is a quick and festive table centerpiece that is sure to catch guests’ attention.

For smaller ornaments, consider putting decorative branches in a pretty vase and hanging mini ornaments from its arms.

Decorate a Wreath Attach unused bulbs to a wreath for a pop of color. If you have many ornaments that have been retired from their place on your tree, consider making a wreath entirely out of ornaments.

You just need a green foam wreath base (found at any local craft store for minimal cost) and a little glue.

Give Light Fixtures a Holiday Face Lift String ornaments of complimentary

colors from your dining room chandelier with dark green satin ribbon.

Using the fixture over your table, you are free to hang them from varying heights since you won’t have to worry about people hitting their heads on them.

String Them Together for Garland This is a great project if you are overflowing with leftover ornaments.

While glass ball ornaments work best for this project, most ornaments will work as long as they are not heavy. Just loop a piece of wired ribbon through the tops of ornaments and pull them tightly together.

You will be left with a length of full, colorful garland to drape over a window or mantle.

Incorporate Them Into Gift-wrapping If you have a lot of mini ornaments, consider using them as gift charms. Attach them to ribbon and wrap around the gift just before it is tied into a bow.

This adds a special and finishing touch to your gift-wrapping.

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Holidays by the Numbers Our love of the holiday season can be measured in numbers — how we spend our money and how much we spend decorating our living spaces.

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ere are 10 interesting details about how we celebrate the holiday season.

• Christmas is the most observed federal holiday, with 94 percent of Americans celebrating.

• The United States imported approximately $1 billion worth of Christmas ornaments from China in 2014, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

• The average person spent $805 during December in 2015, according to the National Retail Federation. This is up from $681 in 2009 — the low experienced directly after the Great Recession.

• According to the

National Retail Federation, almost 50 percent of holiday shopping will happen online.

• Consumers try to keep their costs low by taking advantage of free shipping.

According to the National Retail Federation, 93 percent of online shoppers take advantage of free shipping on online orders, while 47 percent of consumers stated that the offer of free shipping directly dictated where they would spend their dollars.

• Saving on shipping is a must when gift shopping.

According to the National Retail Federation, spending on gifts surpasses food spending six times over.

• While people travel more for Thanksgiving, they

are willing to travel further for Christmas. The average person travels 275 miles for Christmas.

• According to the National Christmas Tree Association, approximately 26 million live Christmas trees were purchased in 2015. Of these, 76 percent were pre-cut, while 24 percent were retrieved from people who prefer to cut their own.

• We all know retailers increase their staffs during the holiday season, but none more so than toy and game stores. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, toy and game retailers increase their staffs by 38 percent during the holidays.

This is more than double the increase of other retailers.

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Host a Cookie Exchange The holiday season comes with a lot of activities, decorating and travel — leaving almost everyone wishing for more time in which to do it all. Christmas cookie exchange parties are great because in one swoop, they allow us to spend time with friends and family, and simplify our holiday baking.

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ollow this guide, and you will be hosting a festive get-together that will leave people envious that it wasn’t their idea.

Set a Date The first step to hosting an unforgettable Christmas cookie exchange is creating a guest list and setting a date and time.

Picking a date can be tricky.

You will want to pick a date close enough to the holidays that the cookies will last for a while and people are already thinking of baking, but not so close to Christmas that you infringe on people’s “lastminute” time to finish projects and shopping.

Send the Invitations The idea behind the Christmas cookie exchange is

that each person invited brings one kind of cookie to share.

Be sure this is clear in your invitation, and be sure to give your guests a cookie count so they know how many to bring.

If you have any other rules you wish to set for the exchange, they should be communicated in the invitation. For example, you might wish to make clear that the cookies should be homemade and seasonally appropriate.

Lay out boxes, sandwich bags and sticker labels for people to pack up their goodies. Offer colorful ribbon or cellophane for an added special touch.

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The Perfect Christmas Tree The “perfect tree� means different things to different people, and the merits of a fir versus a pine, tall and slim versus short and wide, are argued at length each year.

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Christmas tree believer? Or do you prefer an artificial tree?

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cones, for example), it is a cost that is only incurred once, rather than every year.

million real Christmas trees sold in the U.S. every year are grown in the U.S. Eco-friendly: Live trees Drawbacks are recyclable.

Smell great: A natural Non-biodegradable: This deodorizer, there is really means when you throw it nothing like the scent of out, it will be in the landfill fresh pine or balsam fir. forever.

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Keepsake Traditions All Christmas traditions are magical, but keepsake traditions are just a bit more special. They act as a type of scrapbook or album of moments for us to remember and share with others.

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reate memories for the years to come by starting one of these traditions this holiday season.

Create Keepsake Ornaments Make ornaments as a family every year. You can go to most local craft stores and purchase clear glass bulbs that you can either fill (with glitter for snow) or paint the outside of. If you’re feeling extra crafty, try your hand at salt dough ornaments.

Gift an Ornament Each Christmas, gift an ornament to each of your children. Think about the year, and consider what each child has accomplished, overcome or experienced and gift an ornament that conveys a particular memory, or even the general feeling that year evoked. By the time they are grown, each child will have a full set of ornaments to take with them to start their own family tree.

Write Christmas Letters Each year, have a member of the family, or

several family members, record a bit of family history. This can be anything from highlights to challenges the family experienced throughout the year. Place them in a special Christmas box.

Make it extra special by having the kids decorate the box. Over the years, you can pull out the letters and share them.

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Elf on the Shelf Elf on the Shelf has transformed into a 21st Century Christmas tradition with “The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition” — a children’s picture book written by Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell, and illustrated by Coe Steinwart.

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hile forms of this tradition have existed around the world for centuries, this Christmasthemed story of an elf who keeps Santa informed about who is naughty and who is nice exponentially increased the popularity of the tradition.

Introducing Elf While Elf starts off a wonderful Christmas season with a bang, be sure not to introduce him too soon. You don’t want him to run out of ideas or let time steal the novelty out of the activity for your children.

It is customary for Elf to appear no earlier than December 1.

Many people also see their Elf for the first time the night the family decorates the Christmas tree.

Stick to Simple Shenanigans Elf should be able to get into her position easily, and she shouldn’t raise the expectation too much, too soon.

If she gets up to very complicated hijinks early in the season, she might run out of mischievous and creative ideas before Christmas. Pinterest is a great tool for finding out what kind of shenanigans other families’ Elves have gotten into.

An Elf is an Elf is an Elf While the commercialism of Elf is deep-seated, you don’t have to have the advertised Elf. Anything can be an Elf. Any small figurine or stuffed animal will do, with a dose of Christmas magic, of course.

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Set a Reminder This is especially important if you’ve set the expectation that Elf is up to something different each night.

Don’t let Elf forget to adventure around the house, so you won’t have disappointed or confused little faces in the morning.

Make it Your Own Remember, there is no official rule book. Maybe your elf appears in a different spot each morning, or maybe he only appears when the kids have been good.

Maybe he brings treats or small notes with him. There is no right or wrong way to start an Elf tradition. He is just there to add another dash of magic to the season.

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A Season of Giving The holiday season is known as one of giving. While it is good to make a conscious effort to give back throughout the year, the holidays are a time when we especially like to think of others.

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ere are just a few ways you can spread the act of kindness this holiday.

Shop for other families in need. Take your children along. Let them be an active participant in choosing the gifts and, depending on which organization you are working with, wrapping the gift. This helps teach children that Christmas is about the giving, not receiving, of gifts.

Give what you already have. Have your children choose a few of their own toys to donate. This is a nice way to think of others and make room for the new items they are sure to receive. This can also teach your children to be grateful for what they have and nurture a desire to share with others.

Surprise those who serve your community. Take your holiday family baking tradition one step further and bundle up nice little care packages. Drop these

goodies off to groups of people who serve the community — firefighters, ambulance drivers and nurses, for example. You can always give to as many every year as you can, or pick a different group to share the holiday cheer with each year.

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Caroling is a great way to spread Christmas cheer to those who might not have anyone to share the holiday with. The word “carol� actually means a dance or a song of joy and praise. A festive holiday tune can brighten anyone’s spirits.

Start a sibling secret Santa. Have each family member draw names from a hat and gift something extra special for that person.

You can even enforce rules to make the activity both more distinct and fair, such as requiring that all gifts be handmade.

Exchange these presents on Christmas Eve instead of Christmas morning to distinguish the gifts even more.

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Donating Your Time and Talents If you would like to do more than drop items off, shelters can always use extra hands.

Walking animals, cleaning kennels and doing laundry are all never-ending tasks with which shelter staff constantly struggle to keep up.

Even volunteering one Saturday could make a big impact on your local shelter. If you are looking to volunteer more long term, consider volunteering to transport animals — a duty needed in order to get animals to vet appointments and adoption fairs.

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Holiday Movie Lineup The holiday season brings many traditions — holiday baking, decorating and parties, to name a few. But when the day is done, continue the holiday cheer by cozying up on the couch with a great holiday movie.

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lone or surrounded by your favorite people, here is a sampling of holiday movies you should watch at least once.

ANIMATED A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965): Follow the whole Peanuts gang as Charlie Brown tries to understand what Christmas is all about.

The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993): A Tim Burton holiday masterpiece follows Jack, a skeleton bored with his own holiday of Halloween, who tries on Christmas for size.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (two versions) (1966 and 2000): Incomparable and fantastic in their own way, both will undoubtedly make your heart grow three sizes.

The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992): If you ever doubted that Kermit the Frog and Charles Dickens could create magic, this film is here to prove otherwise. Kermit as Bob Cratchit and Michael Cain as Ebenezer Scrooge make this film a casting win.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964): This stop-motion animation is a classic. It’s time to

introduce a whole new generation to Rudolf and his misfit friends.

The Polar Express (2004): This recent classic features breathtaking animation and Tom Hanks as the voice over for several characters, following a young boy on a train ride to the North Pole.

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FEELďšşGOOD FAMILY MOVIES A Christmas Story (1983): We all had that one toy we wanted desperately as a child. For Ralphie Parker, this was the Red Ryder carbine action 200shot range model air rifle with a compass in the stock and “this thing which tells time.â€?

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989): Clark Griswold has big holiday plans. But like most plans, things don’t go as expected. In other words, disaster, Griswold style.

Home Alone (1990): Left at home at Christmas by mistake, Keven McCallister is left to fight off two reckless burglars with creative pranks only a child could imagine.

Elf (2003): Buddy the Elf is lovable and full of so much Christmas cheer, he will remind any Scrooge

of the true meaning of Christmas.

The Family Man (2000): One Christmas night, Jack wakes to find his lavish bachelor lifestyle replaced with the life he would have had, had he stayed with his college sweetheart. Think a modern twist of the “what if� plot of “It’s a Wonderful Life.�

The Santa Clause (1994): Tim Allen provides a whole new (comedic) possibility to the origins of Santa Clause.

Prancer (1989): A farm girl finds a wounded reindeer she believes is Prancer, hoping to nurse it back to health in time for Christmas.

CLASSICS It’s a Wonderful Life (1946): George Bailey has a wonderful life, and he will leave you feeling like yours is pretty great, too.

White Christmas (1954): Starring Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney, two of the greats remembered year after year for their renditions of Christmas classics.

Miracle on 34th Street (1947 and 1994): It’s OK to believe in Santa — after all, faith is what Christmas is all about.

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Why Shop Local Campaigns like Small Business Saturday exist to help promote and sustain small businesses, which have a significant impact on the American economy.

Consider these statistics: • According to the Small Business Administration, there are 23 million small businesses across the United States. • These businesses account for 99.7 percent of all business in the country and are the providers of 67 percent of the nation’s jobs, according to the United States Small Business Administration and the Chamber of Commerce of the United States of America. • 9.9 million of these businesses are owned and operated by women. • Shopping local is the best way to perpetuate growth in your community.

In fact, if every family in the United States spent even $10 more each month at a locally owned small business rather than at big box stores, more than $9.3 billion would be directly returned the U.S. economy. • Small businesses also donate 250 percent more of their earnings than

larger companies to non-profits and community causes, according to the Good Business Network. • According to the United States Census Bureau, 96.5 percent of U.S. manufacturing exports were made by small and medium-sized companies, contributing 19.1 percent of the sector’s $839 billion in exports. • The United States transports and ships $2.2 trillion worth of products from more than 150 countries every year. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, this results in 1 billion metric tons of CO2 produced and 11 billion gallons of fuel used.

However, products made in the United States must only be shipped across the country — decreasing their carbon footprint significantly.

As you can see, shopping locally is an incredibly patriotic act. When you purchase items from local shops, you are helping your community prosper, but you are also helping your country.

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A Gift to the Community A community’s local businesses often help what write the town’s history, initiate and maintain traditions and give a community its special characteristics.

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families in your community. Remember, small businesses are run by — and employ — your neighbors. In fact, 67 percent of jobs in the United States come from small businesses, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Your money is actually working overtime: Your dollars are getting you the things you need while also working to get your neighbors the things they need. You might find that the sticker price of an item at a local business is a little higher at times, but before you hesitate, remember that your dollar is working harder, too.

You Keep Your Money Local This is simple math: When you spend money locally, it stays local. It pays local workers, who send their children to local schools and pay mortgages on homes in the community.

Every American worker also pays taxes on money earned in the United States, which is then used to fund education, agriculture, social programs and business.

This circulation of money is crucial to a community’s success. In fact, according to the Andersonville Study of Retail Economics, shopping locally generates 70 percent more local economic activity per square foot than shopping at big box stores.

You Support Local Artisans Many locally owned businesses strive to support local artisans by displaying and selling their wares.

When you purchase these items, you are communicating with the business owner that you appreciate these items — ensuring a continued relationship between the business owner and local craftsman.

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Catch a Show Holiday performances have a dash of magic to them in that way that everything seems more enchanting during the Christmas season.

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hristmas festivals, plays and musical performances abound in the months of November and December, and it is likely that even if your town isn’t hosting one, you can find one nearby.

Get in the Holiday Spirit Enjoying local performances is a great way to experience some holiday joy. The end of the year is cold in most places and routinely filled with stress over meeting end-of-year deadlines and quotas.

Seeing a concert or going to a festival will allow you to unwind, relax and remember that the most important aspect of the holiday is spending time with loved ones and helping others.

Make a Night of it An important part of seeing a holiday performance can be the way you choose to treat yourself. Plan to be out for the evening and eat dinner at a

local restaurant either before or after the show.

Enjoy coffee and dessert — even if you don’t normally partake in such indulgences. Walk your dinner off with a quick stroll through your town’s shopping district where you can enjoy the lights and holiday window displays.

Check with the Chamber of Commerce Your local chamber of commerce should keep and regularly update both a business directory and a calendar of events.

This calendar should not only include events such as ribbon cuttings and business spotlights, but also record local events happening in your area.

Your town’s tourism bureau also is a great resource for any upcoming entertainment.

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Embrace the Holiday Spirit The experience of shopping for the holidays should be just as enjoyable as the wrapping and giving of gifts. When done right, it also can become a Christmas tradition in its own right.

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Go for a Walk If it is feasible, choose to walk over driving to your local shops.

Just park within walking distance of your shopping district and hit the streets.

There is something about being among the lights and the cold air that really inspires the holiday spirit. Another benefit of walking is that you could stumble upon a shop you might have driven past dozens of times without noticing.

You also can get to know your town in a new way. Take the time to introduce yourself to it.

Dress for the Occasion This may seem a bit silly, but part of getting in the holiday spirit is feeling — and looking — the part.

Bundle up in your favorite coat and a thick cozy scarf. You might even decide to wear an outfit that makes you feel like your best self. A merry smile and twinkle in your eye will complete your holiday look.

Treat Yourself Stop at a local coffee shop or bakery for a cup of Christmas cheer. Grab yourself a cup of cocoa to keep warm as you shop, or settle into a corner table with a holiday snack and a cup of coffee between shops.

This can be a great time to mark names off your list, and remind yourself who you still need to shop for.

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Hard-to-Buy-For Gifts

There are people who do not want any gifts. We all know at least one of these people.

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So how do you accomplish this with someone who wants nothing?

Consider the following holidayinspired options.

Holiday Treats Consumable gifts are a great way to show someone you care — and tasty to boot! Local bakeries are pillars in most small towns, and normally offer a wide selection of specialty treats that only appear during the holiday season.

Think lavender caramels, hot cocoa truffles and house-made peppermint sticks. If your loved one has less of a sweet tooth, consider a gift card to a local restaurant.

A Thoughtful Note It is the default to give a gift, but just telling someone how much they

mean to you can accomplish the same goal — and is genuinely appreciated by those who don’t want “things.�

Tell your loved one some way they positively impacted you this past year or how grateful you are for their presence in your life. Take extra care in the presentation and shop local businesses for fine stationery and creamy envelopes. Finish the letter by tying it with a satin ribbon in a rich color and tuck a sprig of pine in the bow.

The Gift of Time Treat a friend or family member to a meal at a great local restaurant.

While gift cards are always appreciated, what makes this gift special is sharing the meal together.

If it is a friend or family member you don’t see often, use this time to catch up. Even if the gift is for someone you see every day, sharing a meal or taking a walk downtown can be the perfect setting to reminisce about past memories.

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Finding the Perfect Gift

Holiday shopping can be stressful. Much of this stress originates from wanting to please, surprise and delight the recipient.

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e want to give people something they won’t return, especially due to already owning the gifted item. Shopping locally is an easy way to mitigate this stress and purchase something special. “One-of-a-kind� Wares Local shops are the best places to find “one-ofa-kind� items. While big box stores stock a broad inventory and purchase from their suppliers in bulk, local shops tend to purchase from local artisans more often and support the wares of other small businesses.

This is why you are more likely to find items in local shops you won’t be able to find at major retailers. Supporting local artisans and hand-crafted items is a point of pride for small and locally owned businesses. Purchasing a more unique item also can bring the fun back into the holiday shopping experience — you can focus less on the stress of purchasing a duplicate and focus more on the look on the recipient’s face when the gift is opened.

Another perk of purchasing gifts locally is that you are supporting not only the store but the maker of the item. This ensures that both the

business and the artisan’s wares will stick around in your town.

Great Gifts for Out-of-Towners Locally bought items also make perfect gifts for friends and family that live elsewhere. This can be a great opportunity to introduce them to the “local flavor� of your town. And you are pretty much guaranteed they won’t have anything like it.

While big box stores must buy in bulk so they can stock multiple stores, small shops only need to stock one space. This means they can take their time and purposefully purchase their inventory.

Know the Story Because small shops are highly invested in their success, this often translates into putting extra care in the products and items they sell. This makes it more likely that the shop owners will know the “story� behind a particular item.

This also is great if you think you will ever need advice on care or maintenance of an item. You can ask where something was sourced or how it was made, and the shop owner will undoubtedly have an answer for you.

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Small Business Saturday It is easy for small businesses to get overshadowed by big box stores and major corporations — especially during the holidays when these same corporations increase their advertising and online shopping discounts for Black Friday.

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trategic marketing campaigns in the last several years have highlighted the need to “shop small” and support local businesses. In fact, Small Business Saturday has become a form of shopping “holiday” that occurs on the Saturday following Thanksgiving.

No doubt, shopping small is a big deal.

The History The “holiday” has a short but strong history.

At not even a decade old, consumers are embracing the movement and the philosophies it inspires.

2010: The first Small Business Saturday was sponsored and promoted by American Express in 2010 to encourage people across the nation to “shop small” businesses.

2011: This is the year it all became official, federally speaking. In 2011, the United States Senate unanimously passed a resolution to support Small Business Saturday.

2012: Consumer awareness for the campaign soared to 67 percent, with 47 percent of consumers shopping small that Saturday,

spending a collective $5.5 billion.

2013: Neighborhood Champions made their debut. These are individuals and local organizations that publicly pledge support of the shopping holiday — more than 1,450 in total.

2014: American Express helped small businesses sell themselves, supporting their promotional activities with free personalized ads, which appeared millions of times across the Internet. This resulted in more than $14 billion in sales.

2015: The support continued to grow strong, with more than 95 million people shopping small. According to the Small Business Saturday Consumer Insights Survey, Americans spent $16.2 billion at on Small Business Saturday in 2015 — a 14 percent increase from the year before. Registered Neighborhood Champions also nearly doubled to 4,100 across the U.S. 2016: More than 250,000 posts populated Instagram, Twitter and Facebook in November, with more than 100,000 on Small Business Saturday itself.

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The Artist

Art comes in many different forms. It’s about expressing our imagination, emotions and skill. If you are shopping for an artist, appeal to his creative side.

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The Handmade Think about gifts that will be useful and beautiful. If you are handy with a thread and needle, make your artist an apron with multiple, deep pockets in a fun print, or a pencil roll for storing their favorite pencils while traveling.

If the artist in your life creates a lot of work on a regular basis, consider helping her turn her hobby into a small business by taking the work of “set-up” off their plate.

Create an Etsy shop for her, photograph examples of her work, and if you feel inspired, create a business proposal on how she could grow her hobby into a lucrative business. Just don’t get your feelings hurt if she doesn’t follow your advice.

Sure to Please Artists always need supplies. This is one of the eternal problems of being an artist.

You can’t go wrong with new brushes, pencils, paints or clay.

Don’t forget about supply storage. This includes a supple leather camera bag or a tartan wool laptop case.

If You’re Prepared to Splurge Because they are in the business of making beautiful things, artists tend to appreciate beautiful things. Purchase your artist an annual museum pass so he can admire the work of others and gain inspiration.

Gifting art also is fun because you can look for prints, paintings or sculptures to inspire your loved one. Purchase a print or piece of art and have it matted and framed.

For a special touch, write a personal note on the matting. Even if you choose to pen your note on the back of the matting, the two of you will know it’s there.

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The Baker

People who love to bake can be the most fun to shop for — or the most difficult because they tend to invest heavily in their hobby. This means they already have so much dedicated to the craft.

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The “Handmade” Some of the best ingredients can be made by hand. Think vanilla-infused sugar, lavender simple syrup or rosemary olive oil — all items that are made by simply mixing a few ingredients and letting time take care of the rest. These gifts often inspire a baker to try something new.

You also can think outside of consumable items and go the sentimental route, such as putting together a recipe book of the family’s famous treats. Think grandma’s strawberry rhubarb pie, mom’s peanut brittle or Uncle Bob’s jalapeno chocolate sauce.

Even if your baker already has these recipes, he will appreciate how you’ve chosen to collect and display them.

Sure to Please Those who love to bake genuinely appreciate consumable items. These include things they can put to good use in the kitchen. Look for

delectable salts that are the perfect finishing touch on candies and caramels. Put together a basket of baking goodies — fun cupcake liners, maybe a set of new frosting tips — and add in a few consumables to complete the gift.

If you’re still stuck, don’t forget the latest and greatest gadgetry to hit the culinary market.

Silicone has hit the baking scene with gusto, appearing in the form of batter spatulas, measuring cups, baking mats and cupcake pans. Silicone is non-stick and easy to clean, which makes it a baker’s dream material.

Marble cutting boards for rolling out dough, nesting bowls for easy storage or a new apron are also sure to please.

If You’re Prepared to Splurge Depending on how long your baker has been practicing her craft, she may not have some kitchen essentials. A high-end stand mixer in her favorite color is guaranteed to make her swoon, making it the perfect gift for someone just starting to outfit her kitchen.

Also don’t discount a great pastry cookbook.

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The Athlete Choosing to be active is more than a hobby for some. It’s a lifestyle. Support the athlete in your life by gifting him athletic essentials he can use during practice, competition or just for fun. Here are just a few ideas for any fitness enthusiast: The Handmade Every athlete needs a great playlist. Take this as a personal challenge and put together a motivating playlist that will keep your athlete focused and inspired. Don’t forget “cool down� music, as well as instrumentals and nature sounds for the yoga enthusiast.  If the person you care about loves being in nature, consider purchasing inexpensive trail maps and highlight great walks. This includes markers for where to stop and enjoy a great view. This gift takes considerable time to put together but will be worth it when you see the look on your loved one’s face. Sure to Please If you are a bit unsure of what direction to go, never underestimate the thrill of new gear. This could be a new gym bag, an eco-friendly no-spill water bottle, a yoga mat or clothing. If you go the clothing route, consider what the item will be used for, as this will dictate fit and

fabric. If you are buying for a runner, tight-fitting moisture-wicking fabrics are best, whereas you will want to find looser clothing for yoga to allow for movement. If you are more of an “experience� giver, gift the athlete in your life a trial membership to a hot gym. If she already belongs to a gym, consider gifting classes that generally don’t come with a membership, such as spinning classes. Remind your athlete to take care of his body by gifting a massage. Fitness buffs thoroughly work their muscles, so help them unwind and relax with a massage. Most clinics and spas offer deep-tissue massages, which help relieve chronic muscle tension. If You’re Prepared to Splurge A wearable hi-definition sports camera is perfect for the hyper-active. Not only can these cameras create awesome videos that your athlete will want to watch over and over again, but they can be invaluable for training. This type of action-capturing camera can help her learn which mistakes she’s making and how to correct them.

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The Pets

Our pets deserve to feel some love in the form of a special treat, as well. These are often the members of our family that greet us first in the morning and when we come home for the day. hey pick us up when we feel down and provide us company and someone to care for when we need it most.Â

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Caged creatures Don’t forget to spread the love to your caged creatures, including hamsters, reptiles, birds or fish. New toys or accessories are sure to delight any bird or hamster and fish like to be stimulated by new tank decor. Don’t forget to pamper your reptile friends with new treats or an upgraded warming lamp.

Sure to Please Consider upgrading your cat’s pet carrier.

Carriers that are made of soft nylon frequently have 360-degree mesh siding, allowing your cat to see out of all sides. This helps keep them calm when traveling to high-stress locations, including the vet.  If your cat’s collar is looking a little too loved, check out the most modern styles and

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The Minimalist Decluttering is all the rage, and the minimalist lifestyle is in.

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To purchase for a minimalist, you must first ask yourself a few questions: What is the purpose of this gift?

Will this person find value in this gift? These questions will help guide you.

The “Handmade” Minimalists appreciate items that are useful.

Homemade hand soaps are perfect for minimalists. They also completely customizable.

If you’re unsure of their scent preferences, scents such as lavender, rosemary, mint and honey vanilla are always popular.

Are you a whiz in the kitchen? Share your talents by gifting your famous spicy salsas, zesty tomato sauce or raspberry preserves. Anything that can be jarred and enjoyed over time is always a crowd-pleaser — and can also be arranged nicely in a gift basket.

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a minimalist mindset. Not only are these the gifts that “keep on giving,” but they are often filled with creative (and consumable) goodies.

Not to mention there is a subscription box for every taste and budget, from beauty products to wine to food.

With enough research, you are sure to find the perfect fit. Many downtown businesses are getting in on the act of subscription boxes, so don’t forget to check with your local establishments.

The same goes for magazine subscriptions. Find a local publication that puts out information about which your gift recipient is passionate. The minimalist on your list can enjoy them when they come in and pop them in the recycling bin when they’re done.

If You’re Prepared to Splurge Why not gift an experience, such as tickets to a sporting event or a family pass to the city museum?

Experiences help strengthen the bonds between people — and don’t clutter up the cupboards.

Whether you intend to be part of the experience (concert tickets with your best friend) or not (a family zoo pass for your brother and his kids to enjoy), you’ll be gifting memories that last for years to come.

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Relatives can be tricky to shop for, especially if you’re not that familiar with their tastes. Focusing on their home is a great opportunity to give a gift that doesn’t feel generic while at the same time doesn’t require deep knowledge of their tastes.Â

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Personalized stationery is thoughtful, gender neutral and easy to design yourself!

You can take this in any direction — notecards with matching envelopes, full-size stationery paper or notepads for grocery lists.

If you feel ambitious, allow your DIY prowess to take the lead and create a piece of art, a tufted pin board for the kitchen or a sassy sign for the laundry room. Pinterest is a great social media tool for these types of projects and you are sure to find the perfect match for both your relatives home and your skill level!

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personality with your gift. Cheese stones are great for cheese, but are perfect for serving so many different things. Create a smart little tag to tie around the end, reminding your relatives to pop the stone in the freezer before serving something cold, or get it nice and toasty in the oven for more savory snacks. Most stone are both incredibly durable and dishwasher-safe. If You’re Prepared to Splurge While it may not seem like a splurge on the surface, candles are a perfect gift for just about everyone. Candles make a room smell fresh and make a home feel cozy. They are also not an item people seem to splurge on often because it feels either wasteful or too indulgent. Paddywax Apothecary candles are downright decadent in their colored glass vessels and scents like blue sage and lavender, and verbena and eucalyptus. So spoil your relatives with a luxury candle.

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The Reluctant Recipient There are always hard-to-shop-for people on our holiday or birthday lists, but the most difficult are the people who want nothing.

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What do you get someone who doesn’t want anything? Consider the following suggestions.

The “Handmade” The people you care about mean more to you than any object, and it probably wouldn’t be a stretch to say they feel the same about you. Help a friend clean out his gutters or offer to babysit your cousins for your aunt and uncle.

Your time can also be gifted outside of chores. Spend the day with your grandmother. Look through family albums.

Go to the salon — whatever you both enjoy.

Oftentimes, the best present is presence.

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Some items promise to donate a portion of the sale proceeds to a noteworthy cause, while others provide an outlet for artisans in struggling countries to have stability and an income through their craft. You also can make a donation to a cause the recipient cares about in their her. With these gifts, everybody wins.

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Center of Attention Set holiday celebrations aglow with a vibrant, showy centerpiece on your table. Chances are, you probably already have most of what you need to turn on the shine this season.

Candles galore Set candles of varying heights and widths in a pleasing arrangement on a charger or platter to protect your table linens. Go monochromatic, play with different textures or stick with just a few complimentary colors.

Try to get scent-free candles; too many smells might overwhelm guests. Worried about little fingers or clumsy uncles? There are a wide variety of LED candles on the market nowadays that light up with just the flick of a switch.

Go green Set an elegant table using fresh greenery from your local florist. Holly, set off with bright red berries; fir wreaths or garlands; even weepy cacti with pale pink or white blooms are all easy to find this time of year.

If you’re looking for something taller, go for poinsettias or rosemary trees. Greenery also brings in some of the smells of the season and can be a good way to get that fresh Christmas tree smell without dealing with an entire tree. Bear in mind that some plants, such as poinsettias and some ivies, are harmful to pets. Ask your florist for other

plants to substitute if that’s a concern. You also can hit your local craft store for some very pretty silk greenery that will last year after year.

Ornaments and lights aren’t just for the tree Fill a pretty bowl with glass ornaments — silver reflects colored glass well — and place it on your table. If you’re worried about sentimental or heirloom pieces on the tree, this is a great place to show them off where everyone can see them. Look in the holiday decor section for battery-powered LED mini-lights to wind around larger ornaments set on a pretty holiday runner for a little extra sparkle. Tape the battery pack and switch under the table to hide it and keep it easy to reach.

Bowls not your thing or need a variety of heights? Reach for the lowly glass jar. Save up empty jars from your pantry or hit the grocery store for canning jars in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Fill them with miniature ornaments, twinkling LEDs, pine cones or anything festive that will fit. Bonus: Use them after the season as drinking glasses, food storage or candle holders.

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Pass Around the Cheer Don’t forget the nibbles while planning your holiday party. Look for hors d’oeuvres that are easy to hold, eat and, oh yeah, make.

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Cheese, please Nothing could be easier than cubes of your favorite cheeses on festive platters. Visit your local grocer for a wide selection and ask the cheesemonger to recommend some new ones to try. Pair them up with pre-sliced cold meats, veggies and party crackers for a quick and easy holiday feast. Jazz it up with stone-ground mustard, pesto and other fancy condiments. Again, talk to the person behind the cheese counter for some recommendations.

In the mood for something warmer? Cut a baguette into diagonal slices and toast them into crostini. Top each crostini with a prepared pimento cheese spread — most fine grocers either make their own or carry a packaged variety

of this traditional Southern spread — and crumbled bacon. Pop them back into the oven to brown the tops.

Get poppin’ Popcorn is so much more than a movie snack. Pop up a fresh batch of plain popcorn on the stove, then empty out your spice cabinet for smaller batches with zesty flavors.

Try a drizzle of olive oil and cayenne pepper, or rosemary with finely shredded Parmesan. Thick flakes of fresh cracked black pepper and a hint of sage bring in some great flavors of the season. Serve in cones of wax or parchment paper for an impressive (and easy to carry) treat.

Think small Miniature is a big hit at parties.

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If you’re in a big hurry, look for pre-packaged helpers such as frozen meatballs and throw together a homemade barbecue sauce like this South Carolina-style mustard-based sauce.

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Holiday Magic With Breads Nothing says home like the smell of fresh-baked bread. If you thought the magic of bread-making is beyond you, think again. Baking the perfect loaf is science with a dash of art thrown in. Go slow and take it step by step, and a delicious and impressive smorgasbord of bread is well within your reach.

1. In a stand mixer, whip the shortening until fluffy and light, then add the sugars, egg and bananas.

Pour in the vanilla and spices.

Remove from mixer and set aside.

2. Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt, then add to the shortening mix. Stir by hand until just combined, then fold in the oats.

3. Pour into a lightly greased loaf pan and bake at 350 degrees for 55 minutes.

Honey Wheat Bread 3 cups warm water (100 degrees) 2 (.25 ounce) packages dry active yeast 2/3Â cup honey, divided 5 cups flour 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 tablespoon salt 3 1/2 to 6 cups whole-wheat flour 1. In the bowl of a large stand mixer, mix together the water, yeast and 1/3 cup honey. Set aside for 10 minutes until the yeast is fragrant and foamy.

2. Stir in 5 cups of flour and let sit 20 minutes, or until bubbly.

3. Attach a dough hook, then add the other 1/3 cup of honey, 3 tablespoons melted butter and salt. Add about 3 cups of whole wheat flour and mix, adding flour as you go to make a smooth dough that pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once to coat, and leave in a warm place covered with a towel until the dough doubles in size.

4. Punch the dough down and divide into loaves or rolls.

Allow to rise again until the dough tops a loaf pan by 1 inch or until the rolls grow by about a third. Bake loaves for about 30 minutes or rolls for about 15 minutes until they are golden brown and sound a bit hollow when thumped.

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Quick vs. not so quick Quick breads are exactly as advertised: ready in a hot minute.

These loaves are usually leavened with a quick-acting baking powder or soda.

Biscuits, scones and most fruit bread recipes are quick breads. The key to a tender loaf or a fluffy biscuit is how much you touch the dough. Generally for quick breads, assemble your wet and dry ingredients separately, then combine them at the end of the recipe.

Stir just enough to mix them up or you risk a tough bread.

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Seasonal Salads

Just because it’s the dark days of winter doesn’t mean there aren’t ample greens to go on your holiday table.

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Some greens, such as kale and Brussels sprouts, are in season during the winter and are likely to be cheaper and fresher than year-round greens. Here’s what to look for in a great winter salad.

Kale This trendy superfood is great sauteed, roasted or toasted, but it’s also good in a salad. When choosing fresh kale for a salad, pick a bunch with smaller leaves; it tends to be more tender and mild in taste. Look for leaves that are crisp and moist without being wilted. They should be free of the tiny holes that are

usually indicative of insect damage. Kale has a more robust flavor than iceberg, so go with big flavors in your salad. Balsamic, and lots of it, goes well, as do dried cranberries and fresh, seasonal citrus.

Chard Put a pop of color in your salads with the rainbow-hued stalks of chard. Pick a bunch with bright green leaves that are on the smaller side, then chop them finely and top with balsamic vinaigrette, Brussels sprouts dried cranberries, feta and Once a pariah of the pepitas for a delightful dish. plate, Brussels sprouts are Chard with white stalks having a moment in the is commonly called Swiss sun and the salad bowl. chard, but red and yellow Pick firm, compact sprouts chard also are available at with few loose leaves. They your local fine grocer. Chard, should be bright green, not like kale, is a big flavor in yellow. Trim the stem ends, its raw form, so both lend then shave with a Mandolin themselves well to the warm slicer or food processor, then salad, like this one. treat like a cabbage slaw. For convenience, use a bottled Warm Chard Salad coleslaw dressing, then 1 tablespoon olive oil throw in raisins or dried 2 cloves garlic, minced cranberries and walnuts for 1 bunch chard, chopped a crunchy treat. finely

1/4 cup chopped onion 10 mushrooms, sliced 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 12 grape tomatoes, quartered 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese or feta Salt and pepper, to taste 1. Heat olive oil in skillet and add garlic, cooking until fragrant. Add chard and cook about 5 minutes, or until wilted. Remove chard and garlic and set aside.

2. Cook onion and mushrooms in the skillet with any liquid from the chard for about 3 minutes, then add balsamic vinegar and cook for 3 more minutes. Remove from heat and add mushroom mixture to chard along with tomatoes, cheese and seasonings. Serve warm.

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Strawberries are a great place to start, as those bright red jars make great holiday gifts.

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juice in a large pot. Stir in pectin. Bring mixture to a full, rolling boil that cannot be stirred down.

Science 2. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.

The first step to safe and delicious Bring back to a full boil for one minute, canning is to sterilize your jars, lids and stirring constantly. Remove from heat and gear. Put a large stockpot of water on to skim off the foam. boil, then drop all your hardware inside.

3. Ladle the hot jam into jars, leaving Allow to come to a simmer — not a full 1/4-inch headspace inside the jar. Wipe Hardware boil, which can damage delicate jars — for the rim, then place a lid and ring on the You’ll need a supply of canning jars. about 10 minutes. Sterilize your jar and lid jar. Don’t screw the ring on too tightly.

Thanks to a resurgence in the craft, most lifters and funnel first, then your jars and Place the jars back into the boiling water, grocery stores now carry a selection of lids. Put the jars right-side up and make making sure there’s at least 1 inch of water jars and lids, as well as other tools such as sure the water covers them by about 1 above the top of the jar. You’ll notice jar lifters, funnels and a magnet for fishing inch. Place them on towels to cool and try bubbles coming out of the jars; that’s fine, out lids. Look for a kit of basic canning not to handle them until you fill your jars as it’s the water forcing air out of the jar tools to get you started. If you use small, with jam. for a good seal. wide-mouth jars, you won’t need a special 4. Process the jars for 10 minutes. canner; a large Dutch oven or stock pot Strawberry Jam Remove the hot jars to a towel. You might will work fine. Fruit jams and jellies don’t 5 cups or 3 pounds crushed strawberries hear popping as the jars cool and seal. need to be canned under pressure.

1/4 cup lemon juice After 24 hours, check for a good seal by 6 tablespoons powdered pectin or the lightly pressing on the center of each lid.

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Turkey Three Ways Gobbling down a delicious turkey baked in the oven is a holiday tradition around many tables, but you can break the mold with these three flavorful alternatives.

Frying A Southern tradition that’s taking hold, deep frying produces a juicy bird with a crisp outer skin. Frying something as big as a holiday turkey requires a specialized set-up, however, and needs to be done outside. Peanut oil is the usual frying medium here, as its high smoke point and mild flavor lend itself well to this application.

There is a measure of danger involved; a turkey that’s even the least bit frozen could produce a dangerous fire. Make sure your bird is completely thawed and patted dry before you fry. Many stores also sell infrared fryers that can accommodate a turkey and cook it without oil. Visit the small appliances section around holiday time.

Smoking Low and slow gets you a bird with an intense smoky flavor. It’s also slightly more involved than popping a turkey into the oven, but it does free up that oven for other uses, such as pies, sides and breads.

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You can use a grill with an offset smoker or fashion your regular grill into a smoker using a disposable metal pan. The type of wood chips you use will depend on what flavor you get. Finer grocery stores usually carry at least a few varieties near the charcoal; outdoor stores may offer more of a selection.

Grilled If you don’t have or don’t want to make a smoker, there’s always the option of putting the bird on the grill. To be precise, in a roasting pan covered with foil on the grill. Keep an eye on the coals for even heat distribution. Keep the turkey from getting too dry by using beer or wine as a basting liquid, and don’t forget herbs to compliment. Try to keep the lid of the grill closed as much as possible, using a thermometer with a probe to keep an eye on the temperature. As you close in on that magic 170-degree temp, remove the foil and allow the turkey to brown.

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Leftover Solutions When that holiday table groaning with food becomes a pile of leftovers, when you can’t stand the thought of another bite of sweet potatoes or another turkey sandwich, pull these recipes out and transform your seasonal meals into a whole new dish.

Turkey pot pie 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 12 ounces cooked leftover vegetables, such as peas, corn, carrots or green beans Black pepper and cayenne pepper, to taste Dried parsley 2 cups chopped cooked turkey 9 frozen biscuits 1. In a saucepan, mix the soups, vegetables, seasonings, herbs and turkey. Stir and cook until warmed through.

2. Pour into a 9-inch-by-9-inch casserole dish and top with frozen biscuits.

3. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.

Sweet potato biscuits 1 cup flour 3 tablespoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons cold butter ¾ cup leftover candied sweet potatoes, mashed ¼ cup milk 1. Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Using your fingers or the tines of a fork, cut in the cold butter until you have coarse, pea-sized pieces. Mix in the sweet potatoes and milk to make a soft dough.

2. Pinch off pieces of dough and shape into flattened balls about 3 inches across and half an inch thick.

Place biscuits 1 inch apart on a greased baking sheet. Lightly press your thumb in the middle, then bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.

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Ham and potato soup 2/3 cup butter 2/3 cup flour 7 cups milk 2 cups cubed ham 4-6 cups mashed potatoes 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping 1 cup sour cream Salt and pepper, to taste Chopped green onions 1. In a large soup pot, melt the butter, then stir in the flour until smooth. Let cook for 2 minutes, then add the milk while stirring to make a roux. Add the ham and potatoes and bring to a boil.

2. Stir, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper, stirring until cheese is melted.

Serve immediately with cheese and chopped green onions for topping.

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Keep Fit for Holidays The busy holiday season can make it easy to make excuses to avoid exercise. This can be a dangerous habit that will affect the hard work you put it in all year. The good news is that there are many ways to stick to a workout regimen, even during the holidays.

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f course, holidays are filled with large portions of food — including desserts that you might only see once a year. Do your best to not overindulge, as this may lower your energy, lessening your desire for physical activity. With some effort, you can find the perfect balance between exercise and celebrating during this time of the year.

Exercise on the Go If you are planning to travel over the holidays, be sure to research the area in which you will be staying. Check maps for walking trails or parks near the location. Better yet, if you’re staying with family, ask them about their favorite nearby places to go burn a few calories.

They might even have exercise equipment in their home you can use to avoid exposure to cold temperatures. When making plans for your visit, incorporate light activities that promote exercise.

For instance, see about taking a walk around the neighborhood to see the sights. Even walking at a light pace will benefit your cardiovascular system.

If you plan to stay in a hotel, find one that offers a free gym during your stay. The fitness equipment is likely top notch and can help you feel like you are at your facility back home.

Preparing a Backup Plan Even the best schedules can be disrupted by unforeseen events. If your morning walk or gym visit gets derailed, you can still perform an effective workout without any equipment.

For these scenarios, you can create a quick workout routine including jumping jacks, squats, pushups or other favorite exercises.

Try to include some that don’t require a lot of room as you might find yourself in a tight space.

Extra Activity Throughout the Day The holidays can be extremely busy, so you might not know exactly when you’ll squeeze in a workout. Take advantage of any opportunity that invites physical activity.

Heavy snow might ruin your plans for getting outdoors, but you can get a great workout by shoveling the driveway. To burn extra calories and score brownie points with neighbors, offer to shovel theirs, too.

Another idea is to consider making extra laps at the mall while shopping for gifts.

Get creative with your physical activity this holiday season. Your body will thank you.

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Your goat will provide economic security for a family and a childlike Rosemary above. The child will care for it and when the doe has her first litter, one kid will be given to another child. In that manner, the project continues to Pay it Forward.

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Healthy Meal Traditions Your family likely has several dishes reserved for special occasions. Chances are some of these are desserts or unhealthy dips that have been traditions for decades. t’s easy to overindulge on the delicious foods you might eat only during the holiday season.

This year, introduce your family to new dishes that promote positive health benefits.

The American Heart Association offers many great ideas on how to make new traditions healthy.

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sugar is called for in a recipe; • Rather than using whole or heavy cream, use low-fat or skim milk; and • Avoid using candies or chocolate chips in your recipes. You can still have a tasty treat with dried fruit or nuts to enhance your dish.

Substitute While Baking Most baking recipes call for heaps of butter, sugar and milk. While these ingredients might do their part in creating mouth-watering desserts, they also can impact a waistline. When reviewing your favorite recipe, try to alter it with comparable substitutes.

The AHA defines saturated fat as fat molecules that have no double bonds between carbon molecules because they are saturated with hydrogen molecules. Too much saturated fat can raise the cholesterol in your blood, which increases your risk of heart disease.

The butter used in your favorite baking dish is a usual culprit, carrying high levels of saturated fats. Instead, you can use cinnamon-flavored, no-sugar-added applesauce for substance and vanilla or peppermint to add flavor.

Helpful substitutions for other ingredients: • Use a low-calorie sugar substitute when

Healthy Sides How many times are you asked to “bring a side� when attending a holiday party? Guests are usually asked to bring a small appetizer while the host prepares the main entree. You’ve probably noticed these sides are often dips loaded with cheese, potatoes dressed to the max and some foods that should never be fried dropped into the fryer. (We’re looking at you, deep-fried Twinkie.)

This year, when you’re asked to bring a side, prepare a dish that will leave guests amazed by the flavor and impressed when they find out it is good for them. You might turn one of your friends or family on to a healthier diet.

Salads can please both the appetite and eyes.

Create an attractive salad by featuring several different-colored vegetables and a light-balsamic vinaigrette dressing to impress at the table. Add plenty of fresh vegetables and even fruits.

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Controlling Portions With the holiday season around the corner, Americans will likely be tempted to overeat at gatherings. Potlucks, family get-togethers and work parties all tend to encourage second helpings of unhealthy foods. Be sure to avoid breaking your diet while enjoying this special time with your family.

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oliday traditions often include indulging in high-calorie recipes. Having control of your intake allows you to enjoy these delicious foods while keeping your calories in check. If you know you will be attending a get-together, it is a good idea to have a light breakfast or lunch so you can partake in these delicacies guilt-free.

Know Your Intake You likely have a smartphone or other device that can make calorie counting simple. It is an easy task to find a mobile application that allows you to record the number of calories you have ingested and even burned.

It is important to log your intake and output every day to ensure accurate results. This is a fun way to track eating habits and lessen the chances of eating foods that don’t clearly spell out their nutrition facts.

Get your family involved with the same program you’re using to track calories. Friendly competition makes it easier to stick to your set number of calories. If everyone is on board, there might be fewer unhealthy foods on the table this holiday.

Eating Out During the holidays, you will likely find yourself at a restaurant enjoying the company of family and friends. This is a crucial time for portion control. These foods can be rich in calories and other unhealthy components that can cause you to backtrack on your diet.

Avoiding all-you-can-eat buffets is a no-brainer, but if your family insists on gathering there, you can still do it healthily. Most buffets have impressive salad and fruit bars that sometimes go overlooked due to the full dessert bar. Fill your plate with healthy choices, such as green vegetables and lean proteins.

Eating at a traditional sit-down restaurant can make it easier to make healthy decisions. If the menu doesn’t list the nutritional information, inquire with the staff about lowcalorie options.

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Celebrating Responsibly The holidays present opportunities for gatherings amongst family and friends, many of which might include alcohol. Drinking responsibly is important all year round but requires even more attention when celebrating over the holiday season. Keep yourself and others safe so everyone can celebrate in good cheer.

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Managing Stress The amount of stress caused by the holidays can have drastic effects on our moods and overall feelings. There seems to be a stressful situation everywhere you turn: crowded shopping malls, diet-ruining foods and holiday parties that cause a sense of social anxiety.

Be sure to manage your emotional health this year.

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Find Time for Physical Activity Physical and mental health rely on one another to optimize your overall well-being. The American Psychological Association recommends exerting physical energy to assist in alleviating stressful feelings.

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You should eliminate distractions, such as tablets and cell phones from your sleeping area; and • Avoid large meals before bedtime.

Set Reasonable Expectations One big stress factor around Christmastime is the expectation to purchase gifts for everyone on your list. Be honest with yourself and your budget and set a number you feel comfortable spending.

Overspending or charging large gifts to a credit card can be hard to overcome later and make stress last all year long.

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