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The origins of some beloved holiday traditions

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transformed to Santa Claus. The jolly persona came later when 20th century advertisers — especially the artists responsible for Coca-Cola ads — portrayed Santa in a red suit with a big smile.

hristmastime is here.

The presents are being purchased and wrapped.

The stockings will soon be hung on the fireplace mantle. Mistletoe is pinned above the front entryway, and poinsettias add rich color to home decor.

Tradition is integral come the holiday season. Throughout the month of December, traditions fill people’s days and comprise the many reasons why individuals decorate, celebrate and dine the way they do this time of year. But few may know the origins of some of the most beloved holiday traditions.

Christmas is rife with traditions that date back ages.

Christmas stockings The Christmas stockings of today may be a byproduct of various traditions. One such tradition dates back to a Dutch custom in which children would leave shoes full of food to feed St. Nicholas’ donkeys, and then St. Nicholas would leave small gifts in return.

Another origin story of Christmas stockings can be traced to the 12th

century, when nuns would leave socks full of nuts, fruit and tangerines for the poor. This is why some people still put tangerines in Christmas stockings.

Christmas tree Christmas Trees are everywhere this time of year. The use of evergreen trees predates Christmas and is associated with the pagan festival of Saturnalia, which celebrated the agricultural god Saturn with partying and gift-giving. During the winter solstice, green branches served as a reminder that spring would arrive

anew. Germans are credited with first bringing evergreens into their homes and decorating them.

Santa Claus Santa Claus’ origin story can be traced to St. Nicholas, a Christian bishop who lived during the fourth century. St. Nicholas was very generous and gave away his fortune to help the needy. He also did various other good deeds. St. Nicholas became infamous and began to be known by various names around the world. The Dutch called him Sinter Klaas, which was eventually

Mistletoe Mistletoe is hung in doorways, and couples who stand beneath are encouraged to share a kiss.

The tradition of hanging it in the house goes back to the times of the ancient Druids. Mistletoe was thought to bring good luck to a household and ward off evil spirits. The custom of kissing under mistletoe can be traced to England.

Originally, a berry was picked from the sprig of mistletoe before the person could be kissed. When all the berries had gone, there could be no more kissing.

Christmas bells Church bells ring for many special services, including Christmas mass.

During Christmas midnight mass in the Catholic Church, the altar bells may be rung while the priest says the “Gloria.” Bells are part of caroling, and jingling bells are associated with sleighs and Santa’s reindeer.

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Decorate with a nose toward holiday aromas

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• Spend more time in the kitchen.

Add delicious scents to the home by way of freshly baked goods or holiday meals. Nothing beats the smell of cookies right out of the oven, and the scents can linger for hours.

oliday decor is as much about the sights and sounds as it is about the scents of the season. Few things evoke the holiday spirit as much as the aroma of fresh evergreen or spicy cinnamon and cloves. Incorporating inviting aromas into holiday decor can make homes feel even more special.

• Make beeswax ornaments. Add scented oils to melted beeswax and pour into molds. Hang these creations as ornaments on trees or in other areas of the home.

Filling a home with fragrant decor takes a little ingenuity and planning.

Here are some ideas to incorporate the scents of the holiday season into your decor.

• Use a real Christmas tree. An easy way to create a pine-like scent indoors is to select a real Christmas tree. Ask the tree farm which varieties are the most fragrant. If a fresh tree is not possible, fill a decorative basket with pine cones and evergreen boughs for that woodsy appeal.

• Create a seasonal scented simmer. Take to the stove to make a homemade air infusion from ingredients in and around the house. Simmer pine branches, citrus peels, vanilla,

nutmeg, cinnamon, and whatever else can be placed in a pot or slow cooker with water. The scents will permeate the house for hours if enough water is added to the mixture.

• Make holiday sachets. Some of the same ingredients for the holiday simmer can be dried and sewn into sachets. Add ribbon and hang on real or artificial trees. Or tuck the pouches into various areas around the house.

• Experiment with scented candles. Scented candles can be found at various stores during the holiday season. Select among popular holiday aromas like pine, cinnamon, apples, and Christmas cookie varieties.

• Utilize essential oils. Natural food stores and other retailers may sell essential oils, which can be diluted and sprayed on surfaces or into the air. Exercise caution around upholstery, or test for staining before use.

• Craft some “gingerbread” ornaments. A mixture of cinnamon, applesauce and glue can be used to make ornaments or gift tags that resemble gingerbread cookies, and these ornaments have more staying power than actual cookies.

• Design a pretty pomander. Stud an orange with cloves. Cut off the top of the orange and hollow out a place for a small tea light.

The warmth of the flame will produce more scent.

Rich and inviting aromas can fill a home with the holiday spirit.

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The History of Black Friday

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unraveled on what became known as “Black Friday.”

lack Friday is seen by many as a shopping extravaganza that begins in the wee hours of the morning on the day after Thanksgiving, offering deep discounts on various items, doorbuster deals and other specials that have customers anxious to raid the aisles.

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Many believe Black Friday was named for the day retail companies would become profitable for the year (retailers would record losses in red in and profits in black), but other accounts of the origins of Black Friday differ.

Gold Rush

One story attributes the name of Black Friday to September 24, 1869, when two speculators created a boom and subsequent bust in the gold market. According to the History Channel, rebel speculators Jay Gould and Jim Fisk attempted to control the nation’s gold market. They hoped to drive the price of gold sky high, relying on a corrupt network that extended from Wall Street and the government of New York City all the way to the family of President Ulysses S. Grant. Eventually, the conspiracy

Other historians say that Black Friday has ties to Philadelphia. According to Bonnie Taylor-Blake, a neuroscience researcher at the University of North Carolina, in the 1950s stores around Philadelphia promoted big sales the day after Thanksgiving when many people were off from work. The sales also were held in advance of the Army/Navy football game that traditionally took place in Philadelphia on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

Stores knew that suburban shoppers and football fans would be milling about town during the extended weekend. As a result, traffic cops and other law enforcement personnel had to work 12-hour shifts to corral the extra foot and vehicle traffic around the city. These cops referred to the day as “Black Friday.” Despite city officials’ best efforts to remove any negative connotations and rename the day “Big Friday,” the name “Black Friday” stuck and even spread to other areas of the country.

Black Friday is a phenomenom that marks the unofficial start of the

holiday shopping season, though its history might be rooted in more than just buying gifts for loved ones.

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Plaid Friday is an effort to encourage holiday shoppers to shop local on the day after Thanksgiving, a day that many know as “Black Friday.”

Conceptualized in Oakland, CA, Plaid Friday has spread beyond northern California to cities across the United States. While Black Friday is often associated with big box retailers, Plaid Friday focuses on small, locally owned businesses. But why plaid?

According to OaklandGrown.org, an organization that celebrates and supports independent business leaders, artists and activists in the city of Oakland, plaid symbolizes the weaving together of a creative and diverse community of small businesses. Consumers interested in learning about Plaid Friday events and sales in their communities can contact local businesses or small business organizations in their areas to find out more and learn the various ways to support locally-based businesses this holiday season.

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weet potatoes are a favorite side dish at Thanksgiving dinner tables. Packed with vitamins, nutrients, fiber, and delectable flavor, sweet potatoes have earned their place on holiday dinner tables. While many holiday hosts bake, fry or mash their sweet potatoes, these beloved tubers can be prepared in other ways as well.

If you want to put a new twist on this Thanksgiving staple, whip up this recipe for “Sweet Potato Quiche,” courtesy of the North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission. Submitted to the NC State Fair Tailgate Recipe Contest by Kristen Frybort, this recipe marries sweet tubers with decadent cheese, rich cream and savory spices.

SWEET POTATO QUICHE Makes 8 servings

2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes 3⁄4 cup yellow onion, diced 21⁄2 tablespoons olive oil 1⁄2 teaspoon salt

Black pepper to taste

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Add something new to your pumpkin repertoire

Egg mixture: 4 eggs

1 cup heavy cream

1⁄2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced 1⁄2 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced 11⁄2 teaspoons salt

1⁄4 teaspoon pepper

3 ounces Gruyere cheese, shredded Pre-baked deep dish pie crust

Preheat oven to 400 F. Mix together the first five ingredients and place on baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes.

While sweet potatoes and onions are roasting, shred cheese and set aside.

Whisk the egg mixture and set aside.

Once potatoes and onions have finished roasting, spoon them into the pre-baked pie shell. Next, layer the shredded cheese on top of the sweet potatoes.

Reduce oven to 375 F. Pour egg mixture over the cheese and potatoes. Place quiche in the oven on a center rack. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until eggs are set.

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umpkins are readily available in fall, when people carve jacko’-lanterns out of pumpkins for Halloween or serve up pumpkin pie after a hearty Thanksgiving dinner.

But people who are unsatisfied with plain old pumpkin pie can add something new to their repertoire this fall by cooking up the following recipe for “Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust,” courtesy of Lori Longbotham’s “Luscious Creamy Desserts” (Chronicle Books).

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE WITH GINGERSNAP CRUST Serves 8 to 10 Crust

11⁄2 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs 1⁄2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

4. Place the cheesecake on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Reduce the oven temperature to 250 F and continue baking for 1 hour.

1⁄4 cup sugar Filling

5. Tuwrn the oven off and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 21⁄2 hours. Then transfer to a wire rack and let cool to room temperature.

Refrigerate, tightly covered, for at least 10 hours, until thoroughly chilled and set, or for up to 2 days.

11⁄2 pounds cream cheese, at room temperature 1⁄2 cup packed light brown sugar 1⁄4 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs

6. To serve, run a knife around the side of the cheesecake and remove the side of the pan. Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature, cut into thin wedges with a sharp knife dipped into hot water and wiped dry after each cut.

2 large egg yolks

11⁄2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

1 cup solid-pack pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie mix) 1⁄2 cup créme fraîche, homemade (see below) or store-bought, or sour cream

Créme Fraîche

Makes about 1⁄2 cup

1⁄2 cup heavy whipping cream

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

1. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Lightly butter an 8 or 81⁄2 inch springform pan.

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Add the flour and pumpkin pie spice and beat on low speed until just combined. Add the pumpkin purée, créme fraîche and vanilla, and beat until just combined. Pour the filling into the shell.

1⁄2 cup créme fraîche or sour cream with live cultures

2. To make the crust: Stir together all of the ingredients in a medium bowl until the crumbs are moistened. Press the mixture over the bottom and up the sides of the pan. Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Increase the oven temperature to 425 F.

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Chanukah foods steeped in tradition

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hanukah, which roughly translates to “dedication” or “induction,” is a Jewish holiday celebrated each year in November and/or December, depending on the Jewish calendar.

Although it may not hold the same level of spiritual significance as some other holidays of the religion, Chanukah is a highly anticipated and popular holiday among people who practice Judaism.

Here’s a look at some of the more common foods and their significance.

Two miracles are celebrated on Chanukah. One of them is a victory by a small number of Jews known as the Maccabees, who defeated the Greek army occupying the Holy Land. The other miracle occurred when the Maccabees liberated their Temple from the Greeks. They only discovered a single night’s worth of oil to light the menorah. However, that oil managed to burn for eight days and nights.

Chanukah celebrations include various traditions that commemorate these miracles.

Many celebrations focus around food and fun. It’s common to find similar foods in Jewish households during the eight days of Chanukah.

• Latkes: Latkes have different names among the sects of Judaism, but they’re essentially fried potato pancakes. Different fried foods, like latkes, are eaten during Chanukah to honor the miracle of the oil that burned for eight days. Other fried foods include jelly-filled doughnuts called “sufganiyot.”

• Loukoumades: These deep-fried puffs dipped in honey or sugar are treats used to represent the cake eaten by the Maccabees.

• Dairy: Dairy was not always included in Chanukah traditions, but cheese, blintzes and cheesecakes emerged to symbolize the story of Judith.

Legend says Judith was a beautiful woman who saved her village from attacking Babylonians. Judith was able to enter the enemy camp thanks to her beauty, charm and a basket of wine and cheese she brought along. She fed the enemy general, Holofernes, who

consumed lots of salty cheese and wine and passed out. Judith killed the general, and the Babylonians left shortly thereafter.

• Brisket and tongue: Although these foods are not tied to a particular Chanukah story, they have grown quite popular as traditional Chanukah meals. Beef brisket pairs well with potato latkes, and beef or veal tongue also may be served.

• Kugel: Potatoes are often baked, along with other hearty vegetables, into casseroles called “kugels.”

• Challah: Challah is a leavened bread traditionally baked and served on the Sabbath and Jewish holidays. The braided white bread is both attractive to look at and tasty to eat.

Food plays a big role in many Chanukah traditions, as there are various delicious dishes steeped in historical significance.

Tips for baking better Christmas cookies

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ookies and other baked treats are everywhere come the holiday season. It’s not uncommon to give cookies as gifts or arrive at holiday gatherings with cakes and other decadent desserts.

measuring cup into the flour or tap the knife against the cup. This will pack too much flour into the measuring cup and result in dry, tough cookies.

Novice bakers making cookies for the first time may be a little overwhelmed when perusing recipes. Baking is a science, and sometimes it takes practice to get the results just right. However, there are some tips that can help yield better, buttery bounties.

Chill out Follow recipes that call for chilling cookie dough carefully. This process is important for making sliced and shaped cookies.

By chilling, the dough becomes more malleable for rolling and even slicing.

Slow down the eggs Add eggs one at a time to make sure each will emulsify properly with the fat in the butter. Adding eggs en masse may cause the emulsification to fail.

Cookies are a classic holiday treat, and some families even build entire traditions around baking Christmas cookies.

Handle butter with care Butter can make or break a cookie recipe, as butter is often the glue that holds the cookie together. Therefore, it is key to follow the directions carefully regarding how to handle butter. Smithsonian.com says to leave butter at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes to properly soften it. This takes patience, but fiddling with butter too much can damage its delectable integrity. While purists may say butter is best, margarine may be acceptable if it has a high fat content; otherwise, cookies may spread out and flatten. www.seasonsmagazineonline.com

When it comes time to cream the butter with sugar, be sure to do so thoroughly to incorporate air into the butter and remove the grainy texture of the sugar.

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Use a bottom rack Too much heat may compromise cookie integrity. The food experts at Delish say to try moving cookies onto a lower rack in the oven if they aren’t retaining their shape when baked. Put an empty cookie sheet on the top rack. That will block the cookies from the most intense heat that rises to the top of the oven.

Mastering cookies takes a little patience and some trial and error. Once bakers get their feet wet, Christmas-cookie-baking becomes even more special.

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New Year’s traditions around the world

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ach December 31st, people anxiously await and count down to the arrival of the new year. January 1 often is a time for reflection and for making future plans. It also is a holiday full of tradition.

Notable New Year’s traditions include toasting champagne beneath skies lit up by fireworks, kissing one’s sweetheart at midnight and making resolutions to better oneself in the year ahead.

New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day traditions vary across the globe.

The following is a look at the unique ways people ring in the new year throughout the world.

• Filipinos embrace round fruits for the new year. The custom includes gathering 12 different round fruits for each month of the year. The round shape symbolizes wealth and prosperity.

• Around Stonehaven, Scotland, people wield large fireballs for the Hogmanay festival on New Year’s Eve. The idea is to ward off evil spirits by swinging balls of fires over the heads of trained professionals and then tossing them into the sea. The tradition has endured for more than 100 years.

• In the Eastern Orthodox Greek Church, Christmas isn’t celebrated until January 7.

Aghios Vassilis, the Greek Santa Claus, makes his rounds on New Year’s Day. • Chilean families celebrate the arrival of the new year by

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commemorating deceased friends and family members. It is common for those in Chile to set up chairs next to graves in the cemetery.

• Burmese people end the Thingyan water festival on New Year’s Day. Since April, they have celebrated the arrival of Thagyamin, a celestial Buddhist figure, with the firing of water cannons. The water-logged revelry ends with the new year.

• Siberians celebrate the new year’s with the planting of the “New Year’s Tree” underneath frozen lakes. This “yolka” is said to symbolize the coming of Father Frost, but also represents starting over.

• Grapes are a hallmark of Spanish New Year’s celebrations.

Throughout Spain, revelers gobble a grape per second as they count down the last 12 seconds of the year. Each grape corresponds to good luck for the 12 months of the new year.

• In Denmark, residents break old dishes on the doorsteps of family and friends on New Year’s Day. The bigger the pile, the more friends and good will in the new year.

• In China, wthe new year will be celebrated on January 25, 2020 according to the lunar calendar, celebrants paint their doors red or hang red curtains or cutouts on windows to symbolize good luck.

Great gifts for people who help year-round

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he holiday season is a time to connect with loved ones.

Families gather during the holiday season, and friends reconnect.

Tradition reigns supreme for many people during the holiday season.

Exchanging gifts is one tradition that transcends religion, as people who subscribe to various faiths exchange gifts with their loved ones during the holiday season. When making their holiday shopping lists, shoppers should make sure they don’t forget the various people who help them throughout the year. Small tokens of appreciation during the holiday season can help mailmen, teachers, hairdressers, and others know they’re appreciated. The following are some gift ideas that can help the people who help us throughout the year.

Mailman Mail finds its way into the mailbox even when the weather outside is frightful. Mailmen spend much of their workdays outdoors braving the elements, so a gift that helps make their time outdoors more comfortable makes sense. But before gifting their mailmen, shoppers should know that there are rules governing the gifts that the mailman can and cannot accept. According to the United States Postal Service®, mailmen can accept gifts worth $20 or less from a customer per occasion.

However, carriers are forbidden from accepting cash and cash equivalents. In addition, mailmen cannot accept more than $50 worth of gifts in a calendar year. Moisture wicking shirts can help mail carriers

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stay warm on cold days, and they’re designed to quickly move moisture away from the body to the outer layer of the shirt. Such shirts can be worn beneath carriers’ uniforms to keep them warm and dry on cold days. Shoe inserts, a basket of sunscreen and some healthy snacks that can be eaten on-the-go are other great gifts for mail carriers.

Hairdressers Hairdressers go to great lengths to make people look good throughout the year, and those efforts should not be forgotten during the holiday season. Many hairdressers use supplies, such as scissors, they purchase on their own. A gift certificate to a salon supply wholesaler can make for a welcome gift. For those who want to pamper the people who pamper them, a gift certificate to a local spa can make for a wonderful gift for hairdressers this holiday season.

Educators and Caregivers Educators and caregivers, which includes teachers, babysitters and daycare staff, do a lot for children.

Their efforts should be recognized during the holiday season. School systems and daycare facilities may have rules in place governing which items staff can accept, so inquire about such policies in advance of the holiday season. When gifting babysitters, make sure gifts are age-appropriate. If a babysitter is a minor, cash may make for the best gift. For teachers and daycare workers, consider a gift certificate to a well-regarded local eatery or a school supplies store, as many teachers purchase classroom supplies with their own money.

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before welcoming guests into their homes. A Christmas tree might be the most ubiquitous decorative item come the holidays, so hosts can make their tree the centerpiece of their decor. Hang some mistletoe around the house, which also can be adorned with season-specific plants like holly and poinsettias. If kids are attending the party, a kid-friendly decoration station can even be set up to ensure the youngsters have fun and stay busy during the festivities.

arties are highly anticipated events come the holiday season. Office parties, gatherings with friends and family celebrations are just some examples of the many soirees that dot the social schedules of millions of people between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.

Office parties might be governed by certain organizational protocols, but parties with friends and families come with no such rules. That said, holiday hosts might want to keep their guests’ expectations in mind when planning their get-togethers.

While there’s always room to try something new, the following are some must-have items when hosting holiday parties.

The kinara is an important symbol and component of Kwanzaa celebrations.

It displays seven candles in the African colors of green, black and red.

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wanzaa is celebrated by millions of people every year.

Individuals of all ages take part in the festivities, which were established in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor and chairman of Black Studies at California State University, Long Beach. Dr. Karenga, prompted by the Watts riots in Los Angeles, sought ways to bring African Americans together as a community, and Kwanzaa was born.

Kwanzaa can be a fun opportunity to gather with friends and family in the heart of the holiday season.

Kwanzaa, which celebrates the symbolism and traditions of African American culture, begins on December 26 and lasts through January 1.

There are many components of Kwanzaa celebrations, and decorating for the holiday remains an important way to demonstrate spirit.

Celebrants can start by decorating with the traditional colors of red, green and black. These can be displayed in fabrics used in the home, clothing, linens, and other decor. The Bendera Ya Taifa, or the traditional Kwanzaa flag, can be hung and serve as the holiday’s centerpiece. www.seasonsmagazineonline.com

Celebrants also will want to decorate with the seven symbols of the holiday, or Nguzo Saba: Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity), and Imani (faith). Posters, crafts or photographs can be used to symbolize these seven principles.

1. Holiday foods and beverages It goes without saying that holiday hosts will be expected to provide food for their guests. But certain foods, such as gingerbread cookies, can put everyone in the holiday spirit.

And don’t forget that staple of the holiday beverage menu: eggnog.

Eggnog can be made with and/or without alcohol so everyone can enjoy this beloved holiday beverage.

3. Music Christmas music can go a long way toward getting everyone in the holiday spirit. Utilize iTunes or music streaming services such as Amazon Prime Music or Pandora to ensure that the holiday hits keep coming throughout the party.

2. Decorations Decking the halls is a holiday tradition, and hosts should make an effort to string some holiday decorations

4. Games Games can be a great way to keep guests occupied during the party. From a safety perspective, games that engage guests might prevent them from overindulging in alcohol at a time of year when the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration says drunk driving incidents are at their highest. Games in which participants can win holidaythemed prizes might be especially enjoyable for players.

Another component of Kwanzaa is a seven-branched candleholder known as the “kinara.” The kinara represents African ancestors and should be displayed on a table or in another prominent area of the home.

Light seven candles to represent the seven principles.

Articles of African culture, such as masks or artwork, can complete Kwanzaa decor. Cultural artifacts can be tied into the creative aspect of the holiday. Celebrants might want to craft their own masks or Africaninspired artwork to use throughout the holiday.

Families come together during Kwanzaa to celebrate African American culture and unity.

Decorating for the holiday is a great way for African Americans to exhibit pride in their heritage.

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Ice Skating at Tanger Outlets Deer Park

Saturday, November 23rd Tuesday, December 31st 152 The Arches Circle, Deer Park https://www.tangeroutlet. com/deerpark/events/ december Enjoy ice skating at The Tanger Outlets in Deer Park with your entire family or special group! For hours of operation and additional information, please visit their website. Hours may change based on weather and center conditions.

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30th Annual Long Island Festival of Trees

Friday, November 29th, Saturday November 30th and Sunday December 1st 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cradle of Aviation Museum Charles Lindbergh Blvd.

Garden City 516.572.4111 The Festival of Trees offers exciting new exhibits, a gingerbread village, live entertainment, spectacular displays of one-of-a-kind designer trees, vendors, indoor ice skating, Santa's gift shop and of course, Santa! Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.cpnassau.org.

Montauk's 2019 "Lighting The Lighthouse"

Saturday, November 30th 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM 2000 Montauk Highway, Montauk 631-668-2544 The Montauk Lighthouse will be covered in beautiful lights and will be illuminated during this special holiday ceremony.

Admission and parking is free, though donations are welcome.

Vanderbilt Mansion Tree Lighting & House Tour

Annual Holiday Spectacular at the Holtsville Ecology Site

1880's Thanksgiving at Old Bethpage Village Restoration

Welcome Winter Walk at Sunken Meadow State Park

Saturday, November 30th 4:00 PM 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport 631.854.5539 This free, fun, familyfriendly community event features a performance by singers from the Carriage House Players theatre company, carol singing, an ornament workshop for children, hot chocolate and cookies and a visit from Mr. & Mrs. Claus! Guided tours will be available at 12:30PM, 1:00PM, 2:00PM, 3:00PM and 4:00PM.

Saturday, November 30thSunday, December 1st 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage https://www.obvrnassau. com/schedule-of-events Come celebrate Thanksgiving like Americans did in the 1880's! There will be traditional cooking demonstrations, fiddle music and lots of fun for the entire family!

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Beginning on Saturday, December 1st 5:00 PM 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville 631.451.9276 Enjoy festive lighted displays and take your photo with Santa during this indoor walk-through show! The show runs the first 3 weeks in December on Friday, Saturday an Sunday (Friday & Saturday from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM and Sunday from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM) $6/person and children 3 years old and younger are free.

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Annual Model Train Display

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2019 Jingle All The Way 5K & Kids Run Run Rudolph 1K

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Kids Holiday Festival

Sunday, December 8th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Huntington Hilton Hotel 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville https://www.eventbrite. com/e/2019-kidsholiday-festivaltickets-74811097005 This years Kids Holiday Festival is filled with fun activities for the entire family. There will be bounce houses, face painting, balloon twisting, a magic show, a separate toddler soft play area, gingerbread decorations, jewelry making, vendors, a very special princess appearance and much more. Parents can shop

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There will be a delicious buffet brunch in the Sea Star Ballroom and guests will make a special takehome holiday keepsake and have the opportunity to take a family photo with Santa!

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Friday, December 20th 8:00 PM NYCB Live 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale 516.231.4848 www.tsotickets.com The Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be heading to NYCB Live for a special holiday show titled Christmas Even & Other Stories. Visit their website for more information.

New Year's Laughin' Eve Tuesday, December 31st 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM Theatre Three 412 Main Street, Port Jefferson 631.928.9100 www.theatrethree.com

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New Year's Eve Bash 4 Kids

Tuesday, December 31st 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Whaling Museum & Education Center 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor 631.367.3418 Come get excited for the New Year with this artsykid-friendly celebration!

Create a time capsule, noisemaker and other crafts. Also, enjoy hot cocoa and cookies as you count down to noon! No registration required. $12/ participant (or $6 for members).

Hither Woods New Year's Day Hike

Wednesday, January 1st 11:00 AM Hither Woods State Park West Overlook on Route 27, Montauk http://www.ligreenbelt.org/ index.php?option=com_ Hike a long yet beautiful circuit through Montauk's spacious Hither Woods on New Year's Day! You will enjoy deep woods, as well as views along a secluded section of Block Island Sound coastline. Hike is approximately 9 miles.

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A sweet treat for get-togethers

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ecans are a species of hickory native to northern Mexico and the southern United States. Pecan trees are cultivated for their edible nuts, and it can take 12 years for a tree to reach maturity and begin producing.

The history of pecans, which are the only major tree nut that grows naturally in North America, can be traced to the 16th century. Pecans are frequently enjoyed in southern cooking, particularly in desserts.

There are many different ways to incorporate pecans into recipes, such as in delicious, chewy cookie bars. Enjoy this recipe for “Pecan Praline Cookie Triangles” from “The Pampered Chef® Stoneware Inspirations (The Pampered Chef®, Ltd.)” by The Pampered Chef® Test Kitchens.

Pecan Praline Cookie Triangles

Yields 64 Crust

21⁄2 cups all-purpose flour 3⁄4 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3⁄4 cups butter or margarine, melted

Filling 3 cups pecan halves, divided 2 cups packed brown sugar 3 eggs 4 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1⁄4 teaspoon salt

powdered sugar, optional

Preheat oven to 350 F. For crust, combine flour, powdered sugar and baking soda in a batter bowl. Add butter; mix until crumbly. Lightly press crumb mixture over bottom of stoneware bar pan; roll lightly. Bake 15 minutes; remove from oven to a cooling rack.

Meanwhile for filling, reserve 1 cup of the pecans for garnish; chop remaining pecans. Combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, eggs, butter, vanilla, and

salt; mix well. Pour filling over warm crust, spreading to edges of pan. Arrange remaining pecan halves over filling. Bake 17 to 19 minutes, or until filling is set in center. Remove from oven; cool completely.

Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar, if desired. Cut into 32 squares using a utility knife; cut each square in half diagonally.

Holiday appetizers perfect for entertaining

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resents may get much of the glory during the holiday season, but there is much to be said about the foods found throughout this time of year as well.

During the holiday season, people frequently find that dinner invites, cocktail parties, office happy hour gatherings, and other opportunities for socialization are easy to come by. At the heart of these events are foods and beverages.

Whether one is hosting a holiday soiree or plans to bring something to a potluck party, it’s helpful to have a list of fail-proof recipes at the ready. Tasting menus, bite-sized treats and finger foods are always a hit at holiday functions — and this recipe for “Mini Merry Meatballs,” courtesy of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, is sure to please. Paired with a cranberry barbecue sauce, these savory appetizers are bursting with flavor and holiday appeal. www.seasonsmagazineonline.com

Mini Merry Meatballs Serves 24 1⁄2 pound ground beef brisket 1⁄4 pound ground beef ribeye steak boneless 1⁄4 pound ground beef (80 percent lean) 1 cup seasoned stuffing mix 1 egg, beaten 3 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1⁄4 teaspoon salt 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper Cranberry Barbecue Sauce: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1⁄2 cup chopped white onion 1 tablespoon minced garlic 21⁄2 cups fresh cranberries 1⁄2 cup orange juice 1⁄2 cup water

1⁄3 cup ketchup 1⁄4 cup light brown sugar 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons molasses 1⁄2 teaspoon ground red pepper Salt Combine all ingredients except garnish in a blender.

Blend on high until smooth and frosty. Serve in a margarita glass. Garnish with dried cranberries and a lime wheel.

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Give The Gift of Hope

Dear Friends, As we draw near to the most joyous season of the year I think of you, our loved ones who are in our hearts and continue to help and support our cause.

This year has been both joyful and sad. The crisis centers have received over 2,000 calls. There were 9 safe relinquishments, 11 adoption plans through licensed agencies and 78 parenting. We had the sad duty of arranging 1 funeral this year but our children are at peace in Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, New York.

Please help us by getting the word out Sign-in at ET Quiggs west of Mill Pond Park and by visiting our website to make a donationTavern at www.AMTChildrenofHope.com AofMerrick Road, Bellmore, NY 117 The board2807 members the AMT Children of Hope Foundation offer you sincerest wishes for $25.00 DayPond of Event at ET Quiggs Tavern west of Mill Park Sign-in at a mostSign-in enjoyable$20.00 holiday andPre-Registration send our warmest and kindest thanks for all your help over the past years.

2807 2807 May the years A thatMerrick lie ahead bringRoad, you deep Bellmore, NY 117 satisfaction and happiness in your accomplishments. $20.00 $25.00 Day of Event $20.0 A Merry Christmas and Pre-Registration Happy Hanukkah to you and to those near and dear to you.

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Timothy Jaccard

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