Merritt Herald Cookies and Carols 2019

Cookies & Carols 2019

May the magic of Merritt bring joy and happiness to families & friends throughout this joyous holiday season!

Published by the Merrit Herald.

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2775 Marian Avenue, Merritt BC

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All the members of our team would like to offer you their warmest wish for the holiday season.

Season’s Greetings

Cookies & Carols 2019

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SONGS OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON

T’was The Night Before Christmas................................... 4 Silent Night.............................................................. 5 Little Drummer Boy..................................................... 5 O Holy Night ............................................................ 6 Let It Snow............................................................... 6 Frosty The Snowman................................................... 7 Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer................................... 7 O Little Town of Bethlehem............................................ 8 Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer.............................. 8 Away In A Manger...................................................... 9 The First Noel........................................................... 9 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing ...................................... 10 God Rest You, Merry Gentlemen.................................... 11 Auld Lang Syne........................................................ 12 Winter Wonderland.................................................... 12 All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth................... 13

FAMILY HOLIDAY RECIPES................................ 14-23 APPETIZERS

Christmas Meatballs.................................................. 14 Festive Guacamole Appetizers..................................... 15

ENTREES

Pressure Cooker Italian Turkey Breast.............................. 16 Apricot Ginger Mustard-Glazed Ham............................... 17 Sesame, Sunflower and Carrot Salad............................. 18 Hasselback Sweet Potatoes.......................................... 19

DESSERTS

Lemon Ginger Icebox Cake........................................... 20 Cranberry-Walnut Cake with Butter Sauce......................... 21

COOKIES

No-Bake Cookie Butter Blossoms.................................. 22 Coconut Joys.......................................................... 23

CRAFTS

3D Noodle Christmas Trees.......................................... 24

HOLIDAY MAZE.................................................... 25 KIDS HOLIDAY CROSSWORD............................... 26 WORD SEARCH.................................................... 27 COLOURING PAGES.......................................... 28-29

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SONGS OF THE

HOLIDAY SEASON T’was The Night Before Christmas

T’was the night before Christmas when all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that Saint Nicholas soon would be there.

The children were nestled all snug in their beds, while visions of sugarplumbs danced in their heads, and Mamma in her kerchief and I in my cap had just settled down for a long winter’s nap.

When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from my bed to see what was the matter.

Away to the window I flew like a flash, tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.

The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow gave a luster of midday to objects below, When, what to my wondering eyes should appear, but a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer; With a little old driver, so lively and quick, I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.

More rapid than eagles his coursers they came, and he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name: “Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now, Prancer! and Vixen! On, Comet! on Cupid! on, Donner and Blitzen!

To the top of the porch, to the top of the wall!

Now, dash away, dash away, dash away all!”

As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly, when they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky, so up to the house-top the coursers they flew with a sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas, too.

And then in a twinkle, I heard on the roof the prancing and pawing of each little hoof.

As I drew in my head, and was turning around, down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.

He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot, and his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot; a bundle of toys he had flung on his back, and he looked like a peddlar just opening his pack.

His eyes how they twinkled! his dimples how merry! His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry. His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, and the beard on his chin was as white as the snow.

The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth, And the smoke, it encircled his head like a wreath. He had a broad face and a little round belly that shook, when he laughed, like a bowl full of jelly.

He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf.

And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself.

A wink of his eye, and a twist of his head, soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread; he spoke not a word, but went straight to his work.

And filled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk, and laying his finger aside of his nose.

And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose.

He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, and away they all flew like the down of a thistle.

But I heard him exclaim as he drove out of sight, “Happy Christmas to all and to all a good night.”

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Silent Night Silent night, Holy night All is calm, all is bright Round yon Virgin Mother and Child Holy Infant so tender and mild Sleep in Heavenly peace Sleep in Heavenly peace Silent night, Holy night Shepherds quake at the sight Glories stream from Heaven afar Heavenly hosts sing Hallelujah Christ, the Savior is born Christ, the Savior is born Silent night, Holy night Son of God, love’s pure light Radiant beams from thy Holy face With the dawn of redeeming grace Jesus, Lord, at thy birth Jesus, Lord, at thy birth

Come they told me Pa rum pum pum pum A new born King to see Pa rum pum pum pum Our finest gifts we bring Pa rum pum pum pum To lay before the king Pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pa rum, pum pum pum So to honour Him Pa rum pum pum pum When we come Little boy Pa rum pum pum pum I am a poor boy too Pa rum pum pum pum I have no gift to bring Pa rum pum pum pum That’s fit to give our King CHORUS Shall I play for you Pa rum pum pum pum On my drum Mary nodded

Pa rum pum pum pum The ox and lamb kept time Pa rum pum pum pum I played my drum for Him Pa rum pum pum pum I played my best for Him CHORUS Then He smiled at me Pa rum pum pum pum Me and my drum

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Have a Safe & Happy Holiday Season!

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Let it snow! Let it snow!

Let it snow!

Oh the weather outside is frightful But the fire is so delightful And since we’ve no place to go Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

It doesn’t show signs of stopping And I’ve bought some corn for popping The lights are turned way down low Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

When we finally kiss good night How I’ll hate going out in the storm!

But if you’ll really hold me tight All the way home I’ll be warm The fire is slowly dying And, my dear, we’re still goodbying But as long as you love me so Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

Merry Christmas & HAPPY NEW

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From our family to yours

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O Holy Night

Serving Merritt for over 20 years

Merritt’s Auto Glass Specialists

O holy night! The stars are brightly shining, It is the night of the dear Saviour’s birth.

Long lay the world in sin and error pining. ’Til He appeared and the Spirit felt its worth.

A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices, For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.

Fall on your knees! Oh, hear the angel voices!

O night divine, the night when Christ was born; O night, O holy night, O night divine!

Led by the light of faith serenely beaming, With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand.

O’er all the world a star is sweetly gleaming, Now come the wisemen from out the orient land Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we, With all our hearts we praise His holy name.

Christ is the Lord! Then ever, ever praise we, His power and glory ever more proclaim!

His power and glory ever more proclaim!

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Frosty The Snowman

Frosty the snowman was a jolly happy soul, With a corn cob pipe and a button nose And two eyes made out of coal.

Frosty the Snowman is a fairy tale, they say, He was made of snow but the children know, How he came to life one day.

There must have been some magic In that old silk hat they found, For when they placed it on his head, He began to dance around.

O, Frosty the Snowman, was alive as he could be.

And the children say he could laugh and play, Just the same as you and me.

Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer

Seasons Greetings Joe, Christine and Staff would like to thank all their customers for their patronage throughout the year.

Merritt Drycleaning & Coin Laundry 1926 Quilchena Ave.

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Seasons Greetings!

You know Dasher, and Dancer, Prancer and Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen, But do you recall The most famous reindeer of all ...

Rudolph, the Red-nosed Reindeer, Had a very shiny nose, And if you ever saw it, You would even say it glows!

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All of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names; They would never let poor Rudolph Join in any reindeer games.

Then one foggy Christmas Eve, Santa came to say: Rudolph with your nose so bright, Won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?

Then how the Reindeer loved him As they shouted out with glee; Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer, You’ll go down in history!

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O Little Town of Bethlehem

O little town of Bethlehem, How still we see thee lie, Above thy deep and dreamless sleep, The silent stars go by.

Yet in thy dark streets shineth, The everlasting Light, The hopes and fears of all the years, Are met in thee tonight.

For Christ is born of Mary, And gathered all above, While mortals sleep, the angels keep, Their watch of wondering love.

O morning stars together, Proclaim the holy birth, And praises sing to God the King, And Peace to men on earth.

How silently, how silently, The wondrous gift is given!

So God imparts to human hearts, The blessings of His heaven.

No ear may his His coming, But in this world of sin, Where meek souls will receive him still, The dear Christ enters in.

O holy Child of Bethlehem, Descend to us, we pray.

Cast out our sin and enter in, Be born to us today.

We hear the Christmas angels, The great glad tidings tell, O come to us, abide with us, Our Lord Emmanuel.

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Grandma Got Run Over

By A Reindeer Grandma got run over by a reindeer.

Walking home from our house Christmas eve.

You can say there’s no such thing as Santa, but as for me and grandpa we believe.

She’d been drinking too much eggnog, and we begged her not to go.

But she forgot her medication, and she staggered out the door into the snow.

When we found her Christmas morning, at the scene of the attack, she had hoof-prints on her forehead, and incriminating Claus marks on her back.

Now we’re all so proud of grandpa, He’s been taking this so well.

See him in there watching football, drinking root beer and playing cards with Cousin Mel. It’s not Christmas without Grandma, All the family’s dressed in black and we just can’t help but wonder: Should we open up her gifts, or send them back?

Send them back!!

Now the goose is on the table and the pudding made of fig and the blue and silver candles that would just have matched the hair on grandma’s wig.

I’ve warned all my friends and neighbors better watch out for yourselves, they should never give a license to a man who drives a sleigh and plays with elves.

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Away In A Manger Away in a manger, No crib for His bed The little Lord Jesus Laid down His sweet head

I love Thee, Lord Jesus Look down from the sky And stay by my side, ‘Til morning is nigh.

The stars in the bright sky Looked down where He lay The little Lord Jesus Asleep on the hay

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay Close by me forever And love me I pray

The cattle are lowing The poor Baby wakes But little Lord Jesus No crying He makes

Bless all the dear children In Thy tender care And take us to heaven To live with Thee there

Merry Christmas May the message of Christmas fill your life with joy and peace. Best wishes to you and your family during this holiday season.

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Merry Christmas May your holidays be Safe & Filled with Great Memories

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1750 Hill Street Phone: 250-315-3000

Frank’s Mechanical The First Noel the angel did say Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay; In fields as they lay, keeping their sheep, On a cold winter’s night that was so deep.

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Born is the King of Israel.

They looked up and saw a star Shining in the east beyond them far, And to the earth it gave great light, And so it continued both day and night.

would like to wish

Everyone a Happy Holiday

And by the light of that same star Three wise men came from country far; To seek for a king was their intent, And to follow the star wherever it went.

This star drew nigh to the northwest, O’er Bethlehem it took it rest, And there it did both stop and stay Right over the place where Jesus lay.

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Then entered in those wise men three Full reverently upon their knee, and offered there in his presence Their gold, and myrrh, and frankincense.

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Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Hail! the Son of Righteousness!

Light and life to all he brings, Risen with healing in his wings Mild he lays his glory by, Born that man no more may die: Born to raise the sons of earth, Born to give them second birth.

Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King!”

Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King!”

Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled Joyful, all ye nations, rise, Join the triumph of the skies; With th’ angelic host proclaim, “Christ is born in Bethlehem.”

Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King!”

Christ, by highest heav’n adored: Christ, the everlasting Lord; Late in time behold him come, Offspring of the favored one.

Veil’d in flesh, the Godhead see; Hail, th’incarnate Deity: Pleased, as man, with men to dwell, Jesus, our Emmanuel!

Hark! the herald angels sing, “Glory to the newborn King!”

Hail! the heav’n born Prince of peace!

You are invited to come: Ladies Christmas Tea

Wednesday, Dec 4 - 7:00pm Contact the church office for tickets

Choir Program

Friday, Dec 13 - 7:00pm

Christmas Eve Service

Merry Christmas from the

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church

Tuesday, Dec 24 - 6:00pm

1950 Maxwell Avenue 10

250 378-9502

www.nicolavalleyefc.com

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God Rest You, Merry Gentlemen

God rest you, merry gentlemen, Let nothing you dismay, For Jesus Christ, our Saviour, Was born upon this day.

To save us all from Satan’s pow’r When we were gone astray.

O tidings of comfort and joy!

For Jesus Christ, our Saviour, Was born on Christmas Day. In Bethlehem, in Jewry, This blessed Babe was born.

And laid within a manger, Upon this blessed morn; The which His mother, Mary, Nothing did take in scorn.

From God our Heavenly Father, A blessed angel came; And unto certain shepherds Brought tidings of the same: How that in Bethlehem was born The Son of God by name.

“Fear not,” then said the angel, “Let nothing you affright, This day is born a Saviour Of virtue, power, and might, So frequently to vanquish all The friends of Satan quite.”

The shepherds at those tidings Rejoicèd much in mind, And left their flocks a-feeding In tempest, storm, and wind, And went to Bethlehem straightway, This blessed Babe to find.

Now to the Lord sing praises, All you within this place, And with true love and brotherhood Each other now embrace; This holy tide of Christmas All others doth deface.

O tidings of comfort and joy!

For Jesus Christ, our Saviour, Was born on Christmas Day.

But when to Bethlehem they came, Whereat this infant lay, They found Him in a manger, Where oxen feed on hay, His mother Mary kneeling, Unto the Lord did pray.

s g n i t � r G s Season May the Christmas season fill your home with joy, heart with love, and home with laughter.

Wishing you many blessings in the coming year!

Melody Simon - Guiding you home 250-315-8539

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Auld Lang Syne

Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And never brought to mind?

Should auld acquaintance be forgot, And auld lang syne!

Chorus.-For auld lang syne, my dear, For auld lang syne.

We’ll take a cup o’ kindness yet, For auld lang syne.

Merry Christmas Tis the season for Happy Smiles!

We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a sparkling New Year

Winter

Wonderland

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening, In the lane, snow is glistening A beautiful sight, We’re happy tonight.

Walking in a winter wonderland.

Gone away is the bluebird, Here to stay is a new bird He sings a love song, As we go along, Walking in a winter wonderland.

In the meadow we can build a snowman, Then pretend that he is Parson Brown

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Wishing all of you the very best of the season and a prosperous New Year!

He’ll say: Are you married?

We’ll say: No man, But you can do the job When you’re in town.

Later on, we’ll conspire, As we dream by the fire To face unafraid, The plans that we’ve made, Walking in a winter wonderland.

In the meadow we can build a snowman, And pretend that he’s a circus clown We’ll have lots of fun with mister snowman, Until the other kids knock him down.

When it snows, ain’t it thrilling, Though your nose gets a chilling We’ll frolic and play, the Eskimo way, Walking in a winter wonderland.

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David Brown • 250.315.0241 E-mail: david.brown@investorsgroup.com

Investors Group Financial Services Inc.

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All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth

Scw’exmx Child & Family Services Society

We wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday!

Every body Pauses and stares at me These two teeth are gone as you can see I don’t know just who to blame for this catastrophe!

But my one wish on Christmas Eve is as plain as it can be!

All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth, my two front teeth, see my two front teeth!

Gee, if I could only have my two front teeth, then I could wish you “Merry Christmas.”

It seems so long since I could say, “Sister Susie sitting on a thistle!”

Gosh oh gee, how happy I’d be, if I could only whistle (thhhh, thhhh) All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth, my two front teeth, see my two front teeth.

Gee, if I could only have my two front teeth, then I could wish you “Merry Christmas!”

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SAUCE: 1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce 3/4 cup ketchup 1/2 cup beef broth 3 tablespoons brown sugar 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion 2 teaspoons cider vinegar

Appetizers Christmas Meatballs

Ingredients 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 envelope onion soup mix 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)

Directions In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients.

Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls.

Place a third of the meatballs on a microwavesafe plate. Cover with waxed paper; microwave on high until cooked through, 2-3 minutes.

Drain on paper towels. Repeat twice with remaining meatballs.

In a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish, mix sauce ingredients. Microwave, covered, on high until heated through, 3-4 minutes, stirring halfway.

Gently stir in meatballs. Microwave, covered, on high until heated through, 1-2 minutes.

Happy Holidays Peace on Earth. Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season and a new year filled with peace and happiness.

From all of us at

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Festive Guacamole Appetizers

Ron of Kennedy’s Appliances would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

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for your continued pa throughout the year!

KENNEDY’S APPLIANCES

1926 Voght St.

Best Wishes

Ingredients: 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated seamless crescent dough sheet 1-1/2 teaspoons taco seasoning, divided 20 pretzel sticks, broken in half 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 cup guacamole 2 medium sweet yellow peppers 1 medium sweet red pepper 1 medium green pepper Chopped fresh cilantro, optional Directions: Preheat oven to 375°. On an ungreased baking sheet, unroll one tube of crescent dough and press into a 13x8-in. rectangle. Prick with a fork; sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon taco seasoning. Repeat with remaining dough and seasoning.

Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes.

Transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Cut each rectangle crosswise to make 4 strips (about 8x4-in.). For trees, cut each strip into 5 triangles, reserving scraps at each end for another use. For trunks, insert a pretzel piece into the base of each triangle.

Beat cream cheese and guacamole until smooth; spread over trees. Halve and seed peppers. Cut 40 stars from yellow peppers using a 3/4-in. star-shaped cookie cutter.

Dice and julienne remaining peppers for tree decorations. Decorate trees with pepper pieces and, if desired, cilantro. Refrigerate until serving.

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for a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season!

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Wishing you all the Hope, Wonder, and Joy that the Season can bring!

Merry Christmas

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EntrĂŠes Pressure Cooker Italian Turkey Breast Ingredients 1 pound carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces 2 medium onions, cut into wedges 3 celery ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth 1 bone-in turkey breast (6 to 7 pounds), thawed and skin removed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon pepper Directions Place vegetables and broth in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Brush turkey with oil; sprinkle with seasonings. Place over vegetables.

Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 25 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. A thermometer inserted in turkey breast should read at least 170°. Remove turkey from pressure cooker; tent with foil. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

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Apricot Ginger MustardGlazed Ham Ingredients 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (7 to 9 pounds) 1/2 cup apricot halves, drained 1/2 cup stone-ground mustard 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot 1 tablespoon whole peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 325°. Place ham on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Using a sharp knife, score surface of ham with 1/4-in.-deep cuts in a diamond pattern. Cover and bake 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 130°.

Meanwhile, place remaining ingredients in a food processor; process until blended. Remove

ham from oven. Increase oven setting to 425°.

Spread apricot mixture over ham.

Bake ham, uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 140°. If desired, increase oven setting to broil; broil 2-4 minutes or until golden brown.

Warmest thoughts and Best Wishes for a wonderful Holiday Season and a very Happy New Year.

MLA Jackie Tegart

Fraser Nicola 2 – 2152 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC 250 378-8831 Jackie.Tegart.MLA@leg.bc.ca

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Sesame, Sunflower and Carrot Salad Ingredients 6 medium carrots 1/2 cup sesame seeds, toasted 1/2 cup sunflower kernels, toasted 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted 1/2 cup golden raisins DRESSING: 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons honey mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Shred carrots with a hand grater or in a food processor fitted with grating attachment. Place carrots in a large bowl with next 4 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended.

Pour dressing over the carrot mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

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Let the spirit of love, gently fill our hearts and homes. In this loveliest of seasons, may you find many reasons for happiness.

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Hasselback Sweet Potatoes Ingredients 6 medium sweet potatoes 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 teaspoons grated orange zest 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper 6 ounces cream cheese, softened 12 pitted dates, chopped 12 fresh sage leaves, chopped 1/2 cup chopped pecans Fresh sage, chopped, optional Directions Preheat oven to 425°. Cut thin slices lengthwise from bottom of sweet potatoes to allow them to lie flat; discard slices. Place potatoes flat side down; cut crosswise into 1/8-in. slices, leaving them intact at the bottom. Arrange sweet potatoes in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan.

In a small bowl, whisk together butter, brown sugar, orange juice and orange zest. Spoon half the butter mixture evenly over sweet potatoes; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Combine cream cheese, dates and sage; spread between potato slices.

From all of us at Railyard Mall (Garcia St.)

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Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd 2 cups heavy whipping cream 2 packages (5-1/4 ounces each) thin ginger cookies 2 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger Directions In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and lemon zest until creamy. Beat in lemon curd until smooth. Gradually add cream, beating on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.

Line bottom of an 8-in. square dish with 9 cookies; spread with about 2/3 cup cream cheese mixture. Repeat layers 6 times.

Sprinkle with crystallized ginger.

Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or overnight.

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from the staff at the

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Cranberry-Walnut Cake with Butter Sauce Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, softened 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 2 cups all-purpose flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup evaporated milk 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries 1 cup chopped walnuts SAUCE: 2 cups sugar 1 cup butter, cubed 1/4 cup evaporated milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: Preheat oven to 375°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Gradually beat in water. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Fold in cranberries and walnuts (batter will be thick). Spread into prepared pan. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sauce ingredients; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Serve cake with warm sauce.

from all of us at

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Cookies No-Bake Cookie Butter Blossoms Ingredients 1 cup Biscoff creamy cookie spread 1/2 cup corn syrup 3 cups Rice Krispies 32 milk chocolate kisses In a large saucepan, combine cookie spread and corn syrup. Cook and stir over low heat until blended. Remove from heat; stir in Rice Krispies until coated. Shape level tablespoons of mixture into balls; place onto waxed paper.

Immediately press a kiss into center of each cookie. Let stand until set.

IT’S THE MOST

WONDERFUL

TIME OF THE YEAR Even Santa needs a helping hand sometimes.

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

2019

from the staff & management at

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www.nicolamotorsports.com

Coconut Joys Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 ounce milk chocolate, melted 2 tablespoons chopped pecans Directions I n a large bowl, combine the coconut, confectioners’ sugar and butter. Form into 1-in. balls.

Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation in the center of each ball. Fill with chocolate. Sprinkle with pecans. Place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Chill until chocolate is firm. Store in the refrigerator.

Serving the community for over 50 years.

“Friendly, professional service, from people who care.”

√ Canes & Walkers √ Ostomy & Incontinence Supplies √ Bath Chairs & Grab Bars √ Giftware & Souvenirs √ Special orders by request

√ Vaccinations √ Medication Consults & Reviews √ Blister Packaging √ Diabetes & Asthma Educators

Merry Christmas from our Black’s Pharmacy Family

2037 Quilchena Ave.

FREE Delivery for Seniors & Those With Restricted Mobility

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KIDS CRAFT 3D Noodle Christmas Trees Make some fun 3D pasta christmas trees with your kids this Christmas! Just roll a piece of cardboard into a cone then hot glue it together. Put a strip of hot glue around the bottom and quickly stick the noodles on! Once you’re done spray paint it or have the kids paint each noodle. Add some glitter and a bow-tie noodle for the “star!”

From all of us here at Infracon, we would like to wish everyone the very best of this holiday season.

Office: 250.378.4524 2975 Mamit Lake Road, Merritt BC 24

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HOLIDAY MAZE

Wishing everyone a

Merry Christamas and a Happy New Year!

Join us next season for great fishing, food and hospitality.

Visit www.corbettlake.ca for more info Cabins and Rooms Available Phone: 250-378-4334 15 mins. east of Merritt on Hwy 97C

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KIDS CROSSWORD ACROSS 1. What Santa says 5. A boy 6. Come back 7. Large bag 8. Christmas character 9. Saying of surprise DOWN 1. Celebratory times 2. Elemental gas 3. High temperature 4. Jewish holiday Answers: Across 1. Ho, ho, ho 5. Lad 6. Return 7. Sack 8. Santa 9. Oh Down 1. Holidays 2. Hydrogen 3. Heat 4. Chanukah

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

N.V.C.L. would like to wish everyone a Safe & Happy Holiday Season.

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A Special Thank You to all of our hard working employees. The operation would not be the same without each and every one of you.

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Thank you for all your support!

We wish you all a very Merry Christmas.

We are again offering FREE winter sand for your sidewalks and driveways.

Look for the

“FREE SAND SIGN”

in Norgaard’s yard on the Spences Bridge Hwy.

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MIDNIGHT MADNESS Friday, November 29, 2019 our NEW lineup of clothing! g n i c u d Intro Introduc

“Cuddle Ups” Comfy Wear

All P.J.’s and Cuddle Up wear from Hungary & Poland.

All Lemon wear from New York. Just in time for that special someone that loves to cuddle up!!

Select Men’s & Ladies Wrangler & Cinch

Door Crashers!

WOW!

Up to a true 75% off!

Men’s Cinch & Wrangler shirts - $35 bucks until they are all gone.

Friday, Nov 29 7 - 8 PM

Friday, Nov 29 9 - 10 PM

Friday, Nov 29 11 PM - MIDNIGHT

10% OFF

15% OFF

20% OFF

*Excluding sale items

*Excluding sale items

*Excluding sale items

Everything in the store

Everything in the store Everything in the store

ANNUAL BODY PIERCING EVENT Friday, Nov 29: 3 PM - Midnight

Body - $35.00 • Industrial - $55.00 • Nose - $20.00

50% OFF All Body Jewellery - With your piercing 15% OFF All Body Jewellery - Without piercing

Fri., Nov. 29 & Sat., Nov. 30

TANNING PUNCHCARD Sale: $39.95 Regular $59.95 Spray Tan Sale: $19.95 Regular $39.95 Tanning Products 15% OFF

Gift certificates for body piercing and spray tan, available at sale price.

2040 Granite Avenue, Merritt 30

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from the Lower Nicola Indian Band School Staff & Students

May songs of joy fill your home with warmth and your heart with happiness this holiday season!

s y a d i l o H y p p a H Lower Nicola Indian Band School

Season’s Greeting From everyone at

Highland Valley Copper A gentle smile and kind words you hear, a special greeting from loved ones near, a gift of kindness from those held so dear, can make this a joyous season this year.

May the holiday Spirit be with you and your family today and throughout the New Year!