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Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased.

What does peace mean to you?

Here is the definition according to Webster’s: Peace – freedom from disturbance; quiet and tranquility Here are a few things peace means to me: It is the calm feeling I have knowing those I love are safe at the end of the day.

It is knowing that the last bill of the month is paid and money worries are over for the moment.

It is knowing that the brave men and women in our armed forces are protecting our country.

It is families getting together and putting all differences aside to enjoy fellowship and harmony.

It is that still, quiet moment when all is well.

Above all, knowing that our Heavenly Father loved us enough to send his only Son, as a baby, to save our fallen world. Peace is truly the love that is Jesus!

This Christmas season, concentrate on what brings you peace. Go in peace every day knowing that Jesus is the reason for the season.

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Cup Caterers – page 6 Huntsville Havoc – page 8 Huntsville Ice Plex – page 6 The Clubhouse – page 14

Enrichment

Early Works – page 5 Fantasy Playhouse - page 7 Huntsville Ballet – page 13 Huntsville Museum of Art – page 8 Mind Gear Labs – page 2 Music Together – page 9 Musicology – page 13 My Spirited Art – page 10 & 15 Onyx Gym – page 6 & 15 U. S. Space & Rocket Center – page 16 Valley Conservatory – page 14

Health

4D Mommies – page 5

Photography

Rogers Portraits – page 9

Retail

Like us on Facebook for a chance to win some great prizes, and don’t forget to tell your friends!

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To advertise contact: Amy Phillips 205-515-2564 amy@nalkidsdirectory.com

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ABC Toys – page 2 A Nurturing Moment – page 6 Better than Before – page 8 Close to My Heart – page 9 Crepe Turtle – page 12 Great Outdoors – page 2 Little Faces – page 13 Posh Mommy & Me – page 11 School Craft – page 11 Snap Dragon – page 9 Tennessee Valley Pecan Company – page 12 The Paper Chase – page 12 Trim A Tree – page 12 Tutu’s & Twirls - page 14 Vault Games – page 13

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Round the Table

Schools

Country Day School –page 4

God Bless you and Merry Christmas!

Special Needs

Autism Resource Foundation – page 7 Child’s Play – page 7

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Snowman Centerpiece ITEMS NEEDED FOR ONE SNOWMAN: • One pound of uncooked rice • One white tube sock • Ribbon for three separations • 2 googly eyes • A small brad for nose • A small piece of pipe cleaner for mouth • A scrap of material to make scarf • Permanent marker for hat INSTRUCTIONS: • Fill the tube sock with rice • Tie the ribbon to make three separations • Tie the end of sock to form hat shape or long hair • Glue eyes on face • Open brad slightly and insert to add the nose • Shape a piece of pipe cleaner into a smile and glue on for mouth • Cut material in a triangle to make headscarf or straight for a neck scarf • Color hat shape with a black permanent marker

Have fun & stay warm!

THE PRESCHOOL

Give the Gift of Learning At our 21 acre school campus students have room to run and play and explore nature and learn!

Enrollment NOW OPEN for full day, half day, and school day programs.

Like us on facebook at The Country Day School!

at The Country Day School The Country Day School is the only Reggio-Inspired preschool in the region.

Our preschool gives learners a very enriched and beautiful environment. The ReggioInspired approach requires children to be seen as competent, resourceful, imaginative, and inventive and to possess a desire to interact and communicate with others. Our staff has trained in Italy and at numerous seminars around the U.S.

For Preschool tours and tuition prices call 256-837-5266.

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Visit Santa’s Village, a magical holiday tradition created especially for families to enjoy the excitement and wonder of the holiday season! Open Nightly- 5pm until 9pm.

Nov. 28 - Dec. 23, 2014

Downtown Huntsville

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3185 Leeman Rd. • Huntsville, AL 35801 LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY FOR KIDS & ADULTS

Full equipment available for rent Learn to play the game you love to watch

Learn To Play hockey Wed. nights 5:30-6:15pm Adult Hockey Development Tues. nights 8-9:20pm No prior skating or hockey experience necessary

hockeyinfo@hsviceplex.org • 256.883.3689 • www.nahahockey.org HUNTSVILLE SKATING SCHOOL & TRAINING ACADEMY

The mission of the Skating School is to safely serve the community in all areas of skating with excellence.

Learn to Skate Classes Tues 4:40-5:40pm • Wed 4:40-5:40pm • Sat 10-11am

Ages 5 and up welcome!

The Huntsville Skating School strives to provide a fun and safe skating experience for the beginner as well as the more advanced skater. To teach correct technique of the simple basic elements. To promote health and physical fitness. 256.883.3773. hssta@hsviceplex.or

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Private Party Room Packages start at $125 Rinkside and Lobby Packages are $100

You can bring in your cake and ice cream but all other food and beverages must be purchased through our concessions!

Call for special pricing on Papa Johns Pizza.

For additional information call: 256.883.3774 or email parties@hsviceplex.org

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2 locations in N. Alabama: 124 4th St SW, Cullman, AL

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256-739-3550 Fall and Winter Gateway Shopping Center, Decatur Season 256-351-0666 Arriving Daily

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Register now for WINTER Classes start January 6th Gift Certificates Available

Hang out with your friends, create beautiful artwork, and earn free Close To My Heart products!

Host a gathering in your home, and I will come teach you and your friends paper crafting tips and techniques using the industry’s highest quality products. Contact me to reserve your date!

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Family music classes for children newborn to 7 years Madison and Huntsville Classes

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Bailey Boys, Giggle Moon, Under Armour, Wes & Willy, Kensie Girl, Livie & Luca, Adora Dolls, Hape, Haba, Calico Critters and much more!

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Great Portraits from the Specialist in Child Photography

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www.myspiritedart.com We provide art as entertainment for the whole family!

Preschool Picasso classes for little ones (ages 2-5), Kids classes (ages 5+), Family classes (All Ages!), & Adult classes (ages 16+)

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New Location!

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Fresh trees & wreaths.

Trim-A-Tree Farm Cut your own Christmas Tree - Bring a beautiful family tradition back to your home.

Opens Friday after Thanksgiving 9am - 5pm (noon on Sunday) Check FB page for weekday hours which may change

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Free pony rides & wagon rides.

Gift shop, hot chocolate.

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WE BUY, SELL, & TRADE GAMES, & MOVIES

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