Hometown Holidays 2022

Hometown Holidays

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Make a difference in your hometown If you have read any of my previous articles you will find this message familiar. Even so, it certainly deserves repeating. As the holiday shopping season approaches, we all have decisions to make as we cast our votes with our hard-earned dollars. Votes to keep our money here, supporting our local economy, or to click them away online, feeding huge corporations a world away. Which will you choose?

Here are some reasons I implore you to think locally.

For starters, when you choose to support a local business, you are acknowledging and rewarding those owners for the tremendous risk they have taken as they invest dollars and time into their businesses. I recently had the opportunity to speak with Rhonda S. local entrepreneurs who are experiencing sleepless Kelley nights as they seek ways to navigate this recovering economy and high inflation without raising prices for their customers. It is quite a balancing act.

Next, there is that personal touch and individualized service that you find in your hometown. Those online companies do not care about the birth of your new grandchild or know which new book you would love. They can’t start your latte as soon as you walk through the door because they already know your order. Our local business owners are our friends. Their children go to school with ours, we see them at church, and they support our little league teams. They also spend money in our community, supporting other businesses, and hire local contractors and suppliers, keeping most of their profits at home.

Our variety of local businesses give our communities color. Many neighborhoods have the same big-box stores and chains, but it is the variety of small businesses that make us unique and different. Our quirkiness sets us apart. It is the local leather craftsman, the potters, jewelry artisans, our variety of food options, the quaint coffee shops, the artists, our wineries, distilleries, and breweries. Combined they create a kaleidoscope of color, making our communities, well, us.

Another positive for shopping locally is that you know exactly what you are getting when you make your purchase. You can touch it, feel the quality, try it on, smell it, hold it up, and easily return it. How many times have you opened an online purchase to find it looked absolutely nothing like the picture or perhaps the sizing was way off and what about those returns? Many companies are now charging exuberant amounts for returns. When you make your purchase locally, returns are convenient, often a mere walk down the street, or a short drive across town.

If you have loved ones on your shopping list who no longer live in the area, why not consider purchasing local gifts to remind them of home. Nostalgia is a very important thing, especially during the holidays, and it is good to remind them of their roots. Consider a stop at your historical society, where you can find a myriad of books providing glimpses into our past. My grown children love receiving gifts from their hometown such as t-shirts, hats, and other swag with local business logos. They also enjoy getting locally produced food, coffee, beer, wine, and spirits as well as products such as soaps, lotions, and lip balms. It also instills in another generation the importance of supporting local businesses, which they now, in turn, do in their respective communities.

Last, but certainly not least, shopping locally makes you feel good about yourself! You know that every dollar you spend is helping to fulfill someone’s dream and with every purchase you make, they share a piece of that dream with you. You are supporting your neighbors who have put their heart, soul and in many cases, their every dollar See Hometown / Page 4

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into something they truly believe in, improving the quality of life for us all.

As you celebrate this holiday season, may it be a joyous time filled with warm wishes and holiday cheer, but don’t forget to show your community some love by shopping locally! By doing so, you may not change the world, but you can certainly make a difference in your hometown!

••• Rhonda S. Kelley, Executive Director, Juniata River Valley Chamber of Commerce, #shoplocaljrv.

Festival of Ice Downtown Lewistown Juniata River Valley Visitors Bureau Ice sculptures, live ice carving, hay rides, vendors, crafts, entertainment, kids’ activities, 5K Race. www.juniatarivervalley.org (717) 248-6713 Email: vbinfo@juniatarivervalley.org

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DEC. 2-4, 9-11 AND 16-18 Christmas in Coal Country Celebrate the holiday season

in ‘retro style’ with a train ride to meet Santa and an electric trolley ride through a lighted forest.

East Broad Top Railroad 421 Meadow St. Rockhill Furnace info@eastbroadtop.com (814) 447-3285 https://eastbroadtop.com/

DEC. 3 Lewistown Christmas Parade 1 p.m.

Downtown Lewistown

DEC. 3 For King and Country: A

Drummer Boy Christmas 7 p.m.

Giant Center, Hershey.

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DEC. 3 The Magic Flute - Encore Broadcast The Friedman Auditorium 12:55 p.m.

State Theatre, Inc. 130 W. College Ave. State College (814) 272-0606 E-mail: boxoffice@TheStateTheatre.org

DEC. 10-11 Friendsgiving 11 a.m.

Juniata Valley Winery 19175 Route 35 S. Mifflin

DEC. 10-11 Christmas Market Saturday: 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Sunday: Noon-4 p.m.

Juniata Valley Winery 19175 Route 35 S. Mifflin

DEC. 11 The Needhams 9 a.m.

Wayside Bible Church 14083 PA-104 Middleburg

DEC. 11 Holiday Open House at Greenwood Furnace State Park 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Greenwood Furnace State Park Visitor Center 15795 Greenwood Rd. Huntingdon (814) 667-1800

DEC. 17 Christmas Party Lewistown Junction Railroad Society Come and bring a dish to share and a wrapped Christmas gift.

1 p.m.

80 Hudson Ave. Lewistown Holly Bender and Todd Stahl, Lewistown

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HOLIDAY RECIPES 2022 COCOA CHEESECAKE DIP • 4 PACKS OF HOT COCOA MIX WITHOUT MARSHMALLOWS • 1 (8OZ) PACKAGE CREAM CHEESE, ROOM TEMPERATURE • 4 OZ. COOL WHIP, THAWED • 2-3 T. VANILLA MALLOW BITS 1. IN A MEDIUM MIXING BOWL, ADD IN THE HOT COCOA MIX AND CREAM CHEESE. MIX ON MEDIUM WITH A HAND MIXER UNTIL THOROUGHLY INCORPORATED. 2. ADD IN THE COOL WHIP AND CONTINUE TO BEAT UNTIL COMBINED. 3. SCOOP INTO A SERVING BOWL AND TOP WITH VANILLA MALLOW BITS. SERVE WITH COOKIES. 4. STORE IN THE REFRIGERATOR. — Alexis Baumgardner, Burnham

CHRISTMAS MORNING BREAKFAST CASSEROLE 1 POUND OF BREAKFAST SAUSAGE, BROWNED 1 PACKAGE OF BACON, COOKED AND CRUMBLED 1 BAG OF SHREDDED FROZEN HASHBROWNS, TATOR TOTS WORK ALSO 2 CUPS SHREDDED CHEESE OF CHOICE, ½ CUP RE-

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SERVED, I USE CHEDDAR 1 ONION, JULIENNED 5 EGGS ½ CUP OF MILK 1.

PREHEAT OVEN TO 350 DEGREES. 2.

BROWN SAUSAGE, SET ASIDE 3.

COOK BACON AND CRUMBLE, SET ASIDE 4.

SAUTÉ ONIONS 5.

IN A MEDIUM SIZE CASSEROLE DISH, LAYER HALF OF ALL THE FOLLOWING: POTATOES, CHEESE, MEATS, ONION. THEN REPEAT WITH REMAINDER OF INGREDIENTS. 6.

TOP WITH RESERVED CHEESE. 7.

WHISK EGGS AND MILK TOGETHER IN SEPARATE BOWL. 8.

POUR EGG MIXTURE EVENLY OVER ENTIRE CASSEROLE. 9.

BAKE 45 MINUTES OR UNTIL KNIFE INSERTED COMES OUT CLEAN. THIS IS EXCELLENT TO MAKE THE NIGHT BEFORE, COOK TIME MAY TAKE LONGER. YOU CAN USE HAM INSTEAD OF ONE OF THE MEATS LISTED AS WELL. I OCCASIONALLY WILL ALSO ADD MUSHROOMS AND PEPPERS, COOK THEM IN WITH THE ONIONS. — Angela Miller, Lewistown

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“BANANA BREAD IN A JAR” MAKES-12.

EMPANADAS GOYA DISCO’S (FOUND IN FROZEN SECTION OF GROCERY STORE)

BAKE AT 325.

12 JELLY CANNING JARS 2/3 CUP SHORTENING 2 2/3 CUP WHITE SUGAR 4 EGGS 2 CUPS MASHED BANANAS 2/3 CUP WATER 3 1/3 CUP FLOUR 1/2 TEASPOON BAKING POWDER 2 TEASPOON BAKING SODA 1 1/2 TEASPOON SALT 1 TEASPOON CINNAMON IN A LARGE BOWL CREAM SHORTENING AND SUGAR. BEAT EGGS, BANANAS, AND WATER. ADD FLOUR, BAKING POWDER, BAKING SODA, SALT AND CINNAMON. FILL SPRAYED JARS HALF FULL. PLACE JARS DIRECTLY IN OVEN RACK. BAKE FOR 45 MINUTES. WHILE JARS ARE STILL WARM ADD LIDS. SCREW ON TIGHTLY. LIDS WILL SEAL.”

STIR TOGETHER: 2 POUNDS OF GROUND BEEF (COOKED) 1 LARGE CAN OF GARBANZOS (CHICKPEAS) 1 JAR OF OLIVES (CHOPPED) 1 CAN OF BLACK OLIVES (CHOPPED) 3 POTATOES (SMALL DICED & COOKED & DRAINED) 4 PACKS OF SAZON W/CORIANDER & ANNATTO ½ JAR OF RECAITO ½ JAR OF SOFRITO FRESH CILANTRO TO TASTE FILL YOUR DISCOS AND CLOSE TO MAKE ½ MOON. CLOSE WITH A FORK AROUND OUTER EDGE. DEEP FRY THE PIE UNTIL GOLDEN BROWN. DO NOT WALK AWAY. IT ONLY TAKES A COUPLE OF MINUTES TO DEEP FRY THESE.” — Marie Phillips, Port Royal

— Teresa L. Dunn, Reedsville

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Make holiday shopping a cinch (Family Features) There’s nothing quite like the joy of watching a loved one’s face light up when opening a gift you selected with care, but holiday shopping can be a chore.

If you’re a shopper at heart, it may be a challenge you enjoy, but if the idea of holiday shopping brings out the Grinch in you, consider these ideas for gifts to delight those you love this holiday season.

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Few things go together like the holiday season and sweet treats. By gifting family and friends Wendy’s Frosty Key Tags, which are good for a free Jr. Frosty with every purchase, you can give back all year long because proceeds from every

tag sold helps the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption find loving, adoptive homes for children in foster care. Available for purchase every November and December, tags are good for one full year and can be purchased in-restaurant, at the drive-thru, via a kiosk, through the app or at Wendys.com.

Step Up Gifting with Fashion-Forward Footwear Every fashionista knows there’s no such thing as too many shoes, and that includes ankle boots and booties that never go out of style. These low-slung styles can be dressed up or down, depending on the look you’re wearing. Among this season’s hottest designs are faux animal prints, such as cheetah or snakeskin, that add some playful color and texture to complete an ensemble. If you’re not sure about the col-

or or style, a classic black or brown bootie with well-padded soles and a moderate heel is a versatile choice with universal appeal.

Brrr-ing Gifts of Warmth and Good Cheer Give loved ones an easy way to brighten a cold, dreary day with a cute and cozy matching hat and glove set. It’s a thoughtful and practical gift that brings a smile to recipients’ faces each time they don those warm layers to face a blustery day. What’s more, with all the options for personalization, it’s an affordable way to show you care. When choosing the perfect duo, keep your loved ones’ tastes and preferences in mind.

You can find hats and gloves to match virtually any interest, whether it’s a favorite color, sports team or pop culture refSee Cinch / Page 11

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Holiday Shopping Hot List Turns out, Santa may be onto something. Making your list and checking it twice can help you save money (and your sanity) during the holiday season.

1. Set a budget and stick to it.

Remember to include all your seasonal expenses, including Secret Santa and teacher gifts, ingredients for dishes you’ll take to potluck gatherings and admission to special holiday activities 2. Make a list. Having an idea of what you’d like to buy can help you stick to your budget and avoid frustration when you’re in the stores. You’ll be more likely to avoid costly impulse purchases and you’ll be more efficient while shopping.

If you can, jot down a couple of backup ideas just in case what you want proves hard to find or

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3. Shop for deals. Before you head out shopping, research specials on the items on your list. You may be able to adjust your timing to take advantage of sales or find steep discounts at stores you don’t normally visit.

4. Give yourself plenty of time. If holiday shopping stresses you out, it’s a good idea to start early. That way you can tackle a little at a time and avoid feeling the pressure of a ticking clock. Also try shopping during off-peak hours, such as during the week, when stores are likely to be less crowded.

5. Map out your plan of attack. Planning the most direct route to travel from one retailer to the next can help keep you organized and avoid unnecessary backtracking. You can also save time and gas by making purchases online. Be sure to watch for promotions that provide free shipping and be conscious of shipping times to ensure gifts arrive in time for the big day.

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HOLIDAY RECIPES 2022 “SOFT OATMEAL RAISIN COOKIES 1 CUP UNSALTED BUTTER (ROOM TEMPERATURE) 1 CUP BROWN SUGAR 1/4 CUP REGULAR SUGAR 2 LARGE EGGS 1 TEASPOON BAKING SODA 1/2 TEASPOON SALT 1 CUP RAISINS 1/2 CUP WALNUTS 1 TABLESPOON VANILLA 1 TABLESPOON MOLASSES 1 1/2 CUP FLOUR 1 1/2 TEASPOON CINNAMON 3 CUPS OATMEAL SOAK RAISINS IN WARM WATER FOR 10 MINUTES BEFORE USING. BLOT VERY WELL TO DRY THEM. CREAM BUTTER AND SUGARS ON MEDIUM SPEED UNTIL SMOOTH. ABOUT 2 MINUTES. ADD EGGS AND MIX ON HIGH. ADD VANILLA AND MOLASSES AND MIX WELL. SET ASIDE. IN SEPARATE BOWL WHISK FLOUR, BAKING SODA, CINNAMON AND SALT TOGETHER. ADD TO WET INGREDIENTS. MIX ON LOW UNTIL WELL MIXED. BEAT IN OATS, RAISINS, AND NUTS. DOUGH WILL BE THICK AND VERY STICKY.

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CHILL DOUGH FOR 30-60 MINUTES. ALLOW TO SIT ROOM TEMPERATURE 30 MINUTES BEFORE ROLLING AND BAKING. USE PARCHMENT PAPER ON COOKIE SHEET. ROLL DOUGH INTO BALLS AND PLACE ON SHEET. BAKE 12-14 MINUTES. THE CENTERS WILL LOOK VERY SOFT AND UNDERBAKED. LET COOL ON COOKIE SHEET FOR 5 MINUTES PRIOR TO TRANSFERRING. — Teresa L. Dunn, Reedsville

EASY FUDGE 1 CAN OF SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK AND 3 CUPS OF CHOCOLATE OR SEMI CHOCOLATE OR PEANUT BUTTER CHIPS (YOUR CHOICE)..HEAT IN MICROWAVE JUST UNTIL MELTED...STIR AND POUR INTO A GLASS 8X8 PAN...CHILL UNTIL SET...CUT AND EAT — Pam Fasick, McVeytown

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How to make Christmas Eve special for kids (Metro) — Christmas Eve is viewed differently by different people, even those who live under the same Santa-ready roof. Adults may see Christmas Eve as crunch time when they must prepare food for the next day or set up presents for their children to open in the morning. Children, on the other hand, are focused on Santa’s visit and little else.

Parents naturally want to make Christmastime as special as possible for their children, and that may involve ensuring that Christmas Eve is just as memorable as Christmas Day. The following are some ways to impart more magic into Christmas Eve celebrations.

Attend Mass at midnight Practicing Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas. On Christmas Eve, churches often hold celebrations that may include late-evening or midnight masses that celebrate the birth of Christ when the calendar switches over to December 25. While it does make for a late night, it can be thought-provoking for kids and a unique experience unlike any other.

Bake fresh cookies Children like to leave out a plate of cookies and a glass of milk for Santa. That makes Christmas Eve a perfect time to whip up a fresh batch of cookies. Explore different recipes to come up with a unique offering each year.

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Read a Christmas story Watching television or looking at a tablet or mobile phone before bed can be too stimulating when it’s time for children to wind down for bed. Choose a holiday tale or tales that can be read as a Christmas Eve bedtime story. Reciting the poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas (‘Twas the Night Before Christmas)” is a great way to set the Christmas Eve mood.

Make a batch of ‘reindeer dust’ Why should Santa’s reindeer be left out when it comes to receiving treats? Reindeer dust, made from a combination of oatmeal, rice cereal, dried fruits, and glitter (if desired), is purported to attract Santa’s reindeer and provide them a nibble at the same time.

Plus, it’s generally safe for other animals in the yard to eat.

Go caroling Caroling may not be the norm, but some families may want to revive it. Close-knit communities can organize family-centric caroling opportunities and roam the cul-de-sacs and other pedestrian-friendly areas singing popular songs.

Christmas Eve is a great time to embrace various traditions that help to make the season even more special.

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HOLIDAY RECIPES 2022

BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

A FAMILY FAVORITE THAT CAME TO US FROM A CHURCH POTLUCK MANY YEARS AGO 2 10OZ PACKAGES OF FROZEN BROCCOLI - COOKED 1 CAN CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP 1/3 CUP OF MAYONNAISE­ 1 T MINCED ONION (DRIED) 1/2 STICK BUTTER, MELTED 8 OZ SHARP CHEDDAR, GRATED 1 CAN CRISPY ONION RINGS CUT UP COOKED BROCCOLI. COMBINE ALL INGREDIENTS EXCEPT THE CRISPY ONION RINGS. BAKE AT 350 DEGREES FOR 30 MINUTES. PUT ONION RINGS ON TOP AND BAKE ANOTHER 3-5 MINUTES. ENJOY! — Roxanne Garrett, Lewistown

SWEET POTATO BAKE 6 MEDIUM SWEET POTATOES, COOKED AND MASHED (3 OR 4 CUPS)

1/2 CUP MILK, OR 1/4 CUP MILK AND 1/4 CUP ORANGE JUICE 2 EGGS 1 TEASPOON VANILLA 1/2 CUP SUGAR 1/2 TEASPOON SALT 3 TABLESPOONS BUTTER, MELTED 1/2 TEASPOON NUTMEG BEAT TOGETHER JUST UNTIL WELL BLENDED. POUR INTO A 2 QUART CASSEROLE DISH. PECAN TOPPING 1/3 CUP BUTTER 3/4 CUP BROWN SUGAR 1/2 CUP FLOUR 3/4 CUP CHOPPED PECANS MIX UNTIL CRUMBLY AND SPRINKLE ON TOP BAKE AT 350 DEGREES UNTIL HOT THROUGH, ABOUT 45 MINUTES IF POTATOES WERE COLD WHEN PUT IN DISH, OR 25 MINUTES IF THEY ARE HOT. (OPTIONAL TOPPING: INSTEAD OF PECAN TOPPING, SPRINKLE 2 CUPS MINIATURE MARSHMALLOWS OVER CASSEROLE ABOUT 5 MINUTES BEFORE OVEN TIME IS UP. — Sara Yoder, Lewistown

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HOLIDAY SQUASH ¾ CUP FLOUR ¾ CUP PACKED BROWN SUGAR 1 TEASPOON ALLSPICE OR PUMPKIN SPICE ¼ TEASPOON SALT ½ CUP BUTTER 1 BUTTERNUT SQUASH – PEELED, CUT IN ½ INCH SLICES 1 UP CHOPPED PECANS – OR BREAK INTO LARGER PIECES 1 CUP MAPLE SYRUP MIX FLOUR, SUGAR, SPICE AND SALT CUT IN BUTTER TO MAKE CRUMBS ARRANGE ½ OF SQUASH IN 11 X 7 X 2 GREASED DISH SPRINKLE WITH ¾ CUP CRUMBS TOP WITH REMAINING SQUASH PIECES SPRINKLE WITH REMAINING CRUMBS TOP WITH PECANS DRIZZLE WITH MAPLE SYRUP COVER WITH FOIL BAKE AT 350 FOR 1 HOUR REMOVE FOIL — Doug Sellers, Lewistown Sonya Fahringer, Lewistown

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How to pet proof your home when decking the halls (Metro) — The holiday season is a special time of year. Many factors combine to make the holiday season so unique and festive, and that includes all the effort people put into decorating their homes.

Much thought is giving to holiday lighting arrangements and which tree to buy, but it’s equally important to consider pets when decorating. Many common household pets are naturally curious, and that curiosity can make it difficult to decorate safely come the holiday season. But various pet-proofing strategies can ensure holiday decorations and displays aren’t compromised by four-legged friends

this season.

• Secure the Christmas tree. Much like other residents of the home, pets may be mesmerized by a glowing Christmas tree. Pets may sniff around the tree or investigate it closely, which can increase the chances that it tips over. That poses a significant safety hazard and underscores the importance of using a sturdy stand. Fastening the tree to a wall, much like one might do with a television that isn’t mounted, adds a further layer of protection from tip-overs.

• Block off the base of a live tree. Live trees need water to stay green and keep their needles throughout the season. That water could

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prove enticing to thirsty pets. Drinking water from a tree stand could increase the risk of the tree tipping over and the water could upset the stomach of pets if the tree was treated with pesticides prior to being brought home. When decorating with a live tree, make sure the base of the tree where the water will be is blocked off. A small fence around the tree could keep curious pets away. The room where the tree is located should be locked or inaccessible when pets are home alone.

• Inspect and conceal light wires. Wires can become frayed over time, and that could pique pets’ curiosity.

Lighting wires should always

be inspected prior to decorating and frayed or damaged wires should be thrown away, even if it means replacing lights. If wires are still sturdy, conceal them along the base of the wall using a cable concealer, which prevents pets from chewing on them.

• Avoid lighting candles.

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Decorating is part of the holiday season. Pet owners must exercise caution to keep their pets and homes safe when decorating.

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Lesser known Chanukah traditions (Metro) — Chanukah is a relatively modern holiday in regard to the Hebrew calendar.

Unlike Yom Kippur or Passover, which are steeped in rich traditions, there are few Chanukah customs.

Chanukah celebrants still participate in various customs each year, some of which are customized according to family preferences. While some traditions, such as the lighting of the Chanukah menorah, are familiar, others may not be as widely known — especially to those outside of the faith. Here’s a look at a select few.

• Saying the Shehecheyanu blessing: Traditionally, there are two blessings that some people say each night while lighting the candles. The first

is recited while holding the lit shamash, and the second is said while lighting the candles.

Another blessing, known as the “Shehecheyanu,” is said the first night. According to 18Doors, a resource on the Jewish faith, it’s the same blessing traditionally said on the first night of all Jewish holidays and other special occasions.

• Display or use of the shofar: A shofar is a type of instrument made from a ram’s horn. It is a symbol of the ram that Abraham offered as a sacrifice in place of his son Isaac, exemplifying heroic faith of the fathers of the Jewish people. The shofar also serves as a reminder of the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem, and calls people to strive for Israel’s renewal

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and fellowship with God. • Singing “Ma’oz Tzur”: Chanukah songs may not be as numerous or as widely sung as Christmas carols during the holiday season, but there are a select few that are part of the festivities. “Oh Chanukah Oh Chanukah” and “The Dreidl Song” are some of the most widely known songs, but some people also follow the custom of singing “Ma’oz Tzur (Rock of Ages)” around the menorah.

The words were composed in the 13th century, and the song summarizes historical challenges faced by the Jewish people that were overcome with God’s help.

• Use of oil in Chanukah feasts: It’s well known that latkes, or fried potato pancakes,

are served around Chanukah.

The reason is due to the oil used to fry them, which traditionally is olive oil. Fried foods call to mind a specific Chanukah miracle. After the Greeks destroyed the sanctuary and defiled what was thought to be all of the oil, one jug sealed with the imprint of the High Priest was found.

That one jug managed to keep the Temple’s menorah lit for eight days, despite it being insufficient to handle this task.

This was considered a miracle and celebrated in subsequent years.

Chanukah is a relatively modern holiday with few traditions. However, the customs associated with this holiday are held dear.

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Fire safety protocols for holiday decorating (Metro) — Decorating the interior and exterior of a home is a beloved holiday season tradition in millions of households. Such decor makes it easy to dive into the festive nature of the season.

Many people could not imagine a holiday season without decorating their homes, and it’s vital that celebrants do so safely. Fire safety is especially important during a time of year when string lights and potentially dried out trees feature so prominently. These fire safety tips can ensure this holiday season is safe.

• Buy the safest lights. It might be tempting to buy the most inexpensive lights, especially given all the extra costs already associated with the holiday season. However, safety should be the utmost priority when buying new lights. Testing laboratories such as CSA, Intertek and UL certify products to ensure they’re safe for use. Products that aren’t certified should be avoided.

• Use lights and cords where they’re intended to be used. The packaging on lights will indicate if the product is intended to be used indoors or outdoors. It’s vital that individuals decorating their homes with lights pay attention to these labels. Never decorate the exterior of a home with interior lights, and vice versa. Extension cords made for indoors also should not be used outdoors and vice versa.

• Be especially careful with candles. Candles should only be burned when adults are in the room and should always be extinguished

before leaving the room or going to bed. When burning candles, place them on heat-resistant surfaces that are beyond the reach of curious kids and pets. Never place candles within arm’s length of Christmas trees or houseplants, including poinsettias.

• Ask an electrician to inspect your exterior outlets and circuits.

Ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) outlets are designed to prevent electric shocks and reduce the risk of electrical fires. Most areas now require new homes be built exclusively with GFCIs, which are recognizable because they feature two buttons between the outlets. But older homes may not be equipped with GFCIs, particularly with exterior outlets. GFCI installation is not an especially expensive job, so homeowners should ask an electrician to inspect their interior and exterior outlets and replace non-GFCIs with GFCIs. • Do not pinch light cords. Leanne Dedmon, Burnham Stringing lights can be a hassle, but cords should never be pinched in doors or windows or beneath interior and exterior furniture. Doing so Your den increases the risk of damage to the wn Gar to e m o H r cord, which in turn increases the Cente likelihood of fire.

• Avoid overloading circuits.

Overloaded circuits pose a significant fire hazard. When plugging in lights, choose outlets that aren’t already occupied by devices and other electronics. If need be, unplug appliances like televisions and devices while lights are on and plugged in.

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