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Stay Safe When Stringing Holiday Lights

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ighting displays are one of the many things that help make the holiday season a special time of year. Often awe-inspiring, holiday lighting displays present a perfect opportunity for communities and individuals to showcase their festive sides.

Safety should always be a priority when stringing holiday lights both inside and outside a home. The National Fire Protection Association notes that, between 2009 and 2014, fire departments in the United States responded to an average of 210 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year.

Lighting displays strung on home exteriors also can pose safety risks if homeowners do not exercise caution. Fortunately, various strategies can help homeowners safely decorate their homes’ interiors and exteriors this holiday season: Choose a Fresh Tree

needles that do not fall off when touched. Dry trees are more likely to catch fire than freshly cut trees.

Adding water to the tree stand each day will keep trees fresher longer.

When placing the tree, avoid placing it too close to heat sources, making sure it is at least three feet away from fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents, or lights.

Check All Lights Before Stringing Them

All lights, including those going on trees inside a home and those being strung outside, should be inspected prior to being strung. Look for any worn or broken cords and replace any defected lights.

season can sometimes be unpleasant or unpredictable. Check the forecast before stringing exterior lights to ensure Mother Nature won’t pose a threat. Avoid hanging lights if the forecast predicts wet, icy or windy conditions that can make ladders unstable.

Turn Lights off When Going to Bed and/or Leaving the House

Interior and exterior holiday lights should not be left on when no one is

home or everyone inside is sleeping.

If left on overnight or when no one is home, lights may contribute to fires that damage homes and may even prove fatal.

Holiday lighting displays help make this time of year special. Following some simple safety procedures when decorating with lights can ensure everyone enjoys a safe and happy holiday season.

Employ the Buddy System

When stringing lights, always work with at least one other person. This makes it safe for homeowners who must climb ladders to string lights on especially tall trees and/or on their home exteriors.

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The History of Christmas Stockings people or events. Here is a look at some of the stories that have made Christmas stockings so popular.

St. Nicholas Day.

Rather than hanging stockings on Christmas, many countries celebrate Saint Nicholas Day on December 6, and this is when stockings are proudly left out for treats. The small, inexpensive trinkets are later unwrapped and

enjoyed on Christmas Day. Dutch heritage.

One tradition says that, in 16th century Holland, children kept their clogs filled with straw in front of the hearth for Santa’s reindeer to find.

They also left treats for Santa Claus.

In return, Santa would leave gifts in the clogs. Over time, stockings were swapped out for clogs.

Merchant’s family story.

A popular tale tells the story of a merchant, his wife and three daughters. After the wife falls ill and dies, the man becomes devastated and squanders all of his wealth on frivolous things to mask his sadness. When it comes time for the daughters to marry, the man does not have money for a dowry.

St. Nicholas hears of the plight and knows the man would be too proud to accept charity. Therefore, St. Nicholas anonymously tosses three bags of gold coins down the chimney. The man’s daughters had done the laundry prior and left their stockings hanging by the

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Italian good witch.

One stocking story does not attribute the tradition to Santa, but to a kind-hearted Italian witch named “La Befana.” La Befana arrives on a broomstick the night of January 5 and fills the stockings of good children with sweet treats and toys. Bad children are awarded lumps of coal. La Befana is also credited with being the old woman who the wise men ask for directions to Christ’s manger in the Christ child’s story. After turning down an offer to accompany them, La Befana later carried gifts in search of Christ.

Christmas stockings have become part of holiday traditions, and this beloved tradition has its own unique history.

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The History of Black Friday

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lack Friday marks the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. Come Black Friday, shoppers strive to get the lowest prices on gifts for their loved ones.

Why It’s Called “Black Friday”

The term “Black Friday” was originally associated with gold prices and manipulation on the part of speculators, Jay Gould and James Fisk. This scandal occurred in September 1869. Commodity prices plummeted 50 percent as a result, and the term “Black Friday” was coined to refer to that drop.

More of Black Friday’s Dubious History

The phrase “black Friday” also became famous for all the wrong reasons in 1966. Philadelphia police used it to refer to the Friday traffic jams and crowding in downtown stores from tourists and shoppers who flooded into the city in advance of the Army-Navy football game held the Saturday after Thanksgiving each year. Bigger crowds and rowdiness contributed to long hours and stressful shifts for local police.

Black Friday Re-Invented

The retail industry started using the term “Black Friday” in the late 1980s.

Spin doctors turned previously negative connotations into positive ones by associating the phrase with stores turning a profit and moving accounting ledgers from “red to black” thanks to big year-end sales.

Retailers and consumers rallied around low-cost “doorbusters” and other discounted prices.

Interestingly enough, according to the National Retail Federation, Black Friday really hasn’t been the most lucrative day for retailers over the years. In fact, greater profits and larger crowds are often seen on the last Saturday preceeding Christmas. pans so they look neat and do not stick.

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Spin doctors turned previously negative connotations into positive ones by associating the phrase with stores turning a profit and moving accounting ledgers from “red to black” thanks to big year-end sales.

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Gifting Ideas for Budget-Conscious Families

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he holiday season is a magical time of year when many people celebrate their faith and express their love and appreciation for their families. Such expressions are often made through the exchange of gifts, which can stretch families budgets.

The National Retail Federation reports that retail sales in November and December of 2016 reached $658.3 billion, marking a 4 percent increase over the same period a year prior. For budget-conscious families, entering the holiday spending fray can have lasting effects that cast a pall over their finances for months to come.

Staying within budget is not impossible during the holiday season. It might take a little creativity and discussion among family members, but there are ways to exchange gifts and avoid debt this holiday season.

Embrace a “Secret Santa” exchange. Large families can save money by engaging in a Secret Santa exchange. Rather than asking each member of the family to buy gifts for one another, a Secret Santa

exchange asks each participant to pick a name out of a hat and then only buy gifts for that person. This is a great way to save both money and time, and it saves participants from the potential hassle of returning gifts after the season.

Establish spending limits.

Whether families embrace a Secret Santa exchange or not, they can save money by agreeing on a spending limit for each gift. Families participating in a Secret Santa exchange can set their spending limits a little higher than those families who will be buying gifts for multiple people.

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Budget-conscious families don’t have to sit out of holiday gift exchanges, as there are plenty of creative ways to express your love and appreciation for family without breaking the bank.

Share experiences in lieu of exchanging gifts. Adults tend to be more difficult to shop for than children, as many adults can simply buy their own gadgets, clothing and other items commonly given during the holiday season. To save money, adults can forgo gifting traditional gifts to one another, instead resolving to provide an experience for a loved one. Invite a loved one over for a homecooked meal or offer to take a family member out to dinner once the holiday season has

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Christmas Trees Brighten the Season

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ecked out in tinsel, lights, ornaments, and garland, Christmas trees are enduring symbols of the holiday season that boast a rich history.

Evergreen trees have been used to celebrate winter festivals for thousands of years, and eventually became associated with Christianity. Plants and trees that remained green all year held special meaning to ancient peoples, and were purported to keep away illness and evil spirits. Germans were credited with tying evergreen trees to Christmas celebrations.

In the sixteenth century. Devout Christians brought decorated trees into their homes. Martin Luther, the Protestant reformer, is believed to have first added lighted candles to these trees after he was inspired by twinkling stars in the night sky.

While early Americans found Christmas trees an oddity, the tradition, brought over by German settlers, eventually caught on.

Today, between 25 and 30 million natural Christmas trees are sold in the United States each year.

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Living Christmas Trees. Living Christmas tree, which refers to those with their roots still intact, are popular among eco-conscious holiday enthusiasts. That’s because living trees can be promptly planted after they’ve served their purpose indoors.

Opt for a moderately sized tree, as root balls on larger trees can be heavy and difficult to move. Living trees can typically be kept indoors for around seven to 10 days before they will need to be returned outside.

Fraser Fir. Fraser fir trees are typically uniformly pyramid-shaped trees that have strong branches that turn slightly upward. These trees have good needle retention and a dark, blue-green hue. Many people feel these trees have a pleasant scent. Because they are such a quintessential Christmas tree, Fraser fir, as well as their close cousin, Balsam fir, tend to be more expensive than others.

Scotch Pine. Be careful to cut perpendicular to the stem axis, not at an angle or v-shape. The outer layers of wood are the most efficient in absorbing water and should not be removed.

Keep it cool. Trees are used to being outdoors and not inside.

Therefore, inside the home, place the tree away from a heat source to prolong its life. Avoid drafts from heating vents, radiators and fireplaces.

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Natural trees also provide a unique aroma that can make holiday celebrations feel more homey. When purchasing natural trees, holiday celebrants, especially those who like to buy their trees in early December, may be concerned about keeping their trees fresh throughout the holiday season. The following tips can help trees last until the final present is unwrapped and the last of the egg nog has been consumed.

Buy a freshly cut tree. Whenever possible, celebrants should cut their own trees. This ensures that the tree they bring home is fresh, increasing the chances it will remain so throughout the season. If it’s not possible to cut your own tree, the National Fire Protection Association notes that fresh trees should have green needles that do not come off when touched. Trees that appear to be dried out or those that shed needles when touched should be avoided.

Protect trees on the way home.

The Tree Care Industry Association advises consumers to protect their Christmas trees as they transport them home. Wrap the tree in a plastic wrap so it makes it home damage-free. A damaged tree might not make it through the holiday season.

holiday season looking their best, but buyers should request that employees cut as much as two inches off the bottom of the tree before leaving the lot. Once trees are cut, sap begins to seal their base, making it hard for them to absorb water. By requesting that between one and two inches be removed from the bottom of the tree at the time of purchase, buyers are ensuring their trees will be able to absorb the water they’ll need to make it through the season when they get home.

Place the tree in water the moment you get home. To prevent the base of the tree from drying out, place it in water the moment you get home.

Freshly cut trees may initially need the water in their tree stands filled in the morning and then again in the evening. As the season progresses, trees likely won’t need their stands filled more than once per day.

Place the tree away from heat sources. Placing trees away from heat sources, such as radiators, fireplaces, heating vents, and lights, reduces the likelihood that trees will dry out and also reduces the risk of fire.

A few simple strategies can help holiday revelers ensure their Christmas trees make it through the holiday season unscathed.

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Wednesday, November 21st at 4:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Po’Boy Brewery Port Jefferson Station 200 Wilson Street Port Jefferson Station, NY 11767 631.828.1131 www.poboybrewery.com Enjoy music drinks and a whole lot more as we celebrate the season of giving thanks. More details to come

Townwide Fund of Huntington 2018 Thanksgiving Day

Thursday, November 22nd American Legion Hall Huntington New York Ave and Mill Dam Road Huntington, NY 11743 631.629.4950 www.townwidefund.org

43rd Annual Port Christmas Celebration at Washington Thanksgiving Montauk Lighthouse with Day 5 Mile Run (Turkey Santa Sunday, November 25th Trot) Thursday, November 22nd from 8:30 a.m.

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Presented by the Community Chest of Port Washington and the Town of North Hempstead, this Thanksgiving Day run will be held to benefit the work of the Community Chest..

Thanksgiving at the Watermill

Thursday, November 22nd from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Townwide Fund of Huntington will be Montauk Point hosting a 4-mile race and fun runs Lighthouse Museum to benefit local charities. Make some room for Thanksgiving dinner and raise 711 Smithtown Bypass money for local organizations!.

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Patchogue River Boat Parade

Monday, November 19th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Annual Brookhaven Town Tree Lighting Friday, November 30th at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Holtsville Ecology Site 249 Buckley Road Holtsville 631.451.9276 www.BrookhavenNY.gov

Kick off the holiday season at the Town of Brookhaven’s Annual Tree Lighting at the Holtsville Ecology Site. The event will feature costume characters; complimentary food, hot chocolate and candy canes; a preview of the indoor, walk-through, Holiday Spectacular light show; musical entertainment; and a special appearance by Santa Claus, who will arrive by helictopter, and then lead the countdown to light the tree.

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Friday, November 30th at 8:00 p.m.

Adelphi University Performing Arts Center 1 South Avenue, Garden City 516.877.4000 www.pac.adelphi.edu/au_event/ eileen-ivers-a-joyful-christmas/ Grammy-winning violinist Eileen Ivers and her band capture the spirit and magic of the season in her heartwarming Christmas holiday show.

Nine-time All-Ireland Fiddle Champion and music star of Riverdance, Eileen Ivers will change the way you think about the violin. Hailed as one of the great innovators and pioneers in the Celtic and World Music genres, Ivers has established herself as the preeminent exponent of the Irish fiddle in the world today.

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Saturday, December 1st from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Stony Brook Christan Assembly 400 Nicolls Road East Setauket 631.689.1127 h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / events/196676681111347/ Take a trip back in time to experience the magic and mystery of the first Christmas. Visitors are invited to travel back in time from the comfort of their car through a “time tunnel” to Bethlehem to witness the miracle of Christ’s birth. Participants will see and hear the Christmas story come alive with authentic characters, live animals, majestic backdrops, multi-media Travel the streets of Bethlehem and see the manger like it was thousands of years ago. This one of a kind free annual event has delighted young and old for nearly eleven years now. You don’t want to miss it!

Saturday, December 1st through Islip’s Holiday Parade & Sunday, December 9th Tree Lighting Ceremony Holtsville Ecology Site Saturday, December 1st 249 Buckley Road 5:00 p.m.

Holtsville Ocean Avenue 631.451.9276 Islip www.brookhavenny.gov The Annual Brookhaven Holiday 631.581.2720 Light Spectacular is returning to the www.islipchamberofcommerce.

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Saturday, December 1st through Sunday, December 9th 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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With the parade beginning at Ocean Avenue and concluding at Town Hall with a tree lighting ceremony, The Islip Chamber of Commerce’s holiday celebration will be perfect for all ages.

Sag Harbor’s Holiday Village

Sayville’s Hanukkah Menorah Lighting

Sunday, December 2nd Sayville Chamber House 175 N. Main Street, Sayville 631.567.5257 www.GreaterSayvilleChamber.com

The Greater Sayville Chamber of Commerce will hold a public ceremony to light its menorah at dusk on Sunday, December 2nd.

Menorah Workshop

Sunday, December 2nd from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Cold Spring HarborWhaling Museum 279 Main Street Cold Spring Harbor 631.367.3418 www.cshwhalingmuseum.org Dive into the world of oil, from whale oil to olive oil. See different oil lamps from our collection and create a working tiled menorah.

25th Annual Holiday House Tour

Sunday, December 2nd from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Several historically and/or architecturally interesting houses will be decorated for the holidays as tour guides in Victorian dress greet you. The reception includes live entertainment, refreshments, a Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle.

Saturday, December 1st from 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Santa Claus will arrive at the Windmill on a Fire Truck at 3pm. Radio station WELJ will be on hand playing Christmas music, while Santa visits with the children listening to their Christmas wishes!

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Many holiday shoppers also adhere to the time-honored tradition of last-minute shopping. The perfect gift can sometimes prove elusive, especially as the sand in the holiday hour glass keeps dwindling. These last-minute gift ideas may be just what shoppers need to put smiles on the faces of their loved ones this holiday season:

1. Books: Books are often overlooked, especially now that so many readers use e-readers.

But books can be an ideal gift and especially convenient for lastminute shoppers, who can even gift e-books. For example, Amazon, which has thousands of e-books in its online library, makes it easy for shoppers to gift e-books to Kindle users, who will simply receive an email on Christmas morning informing them that their books are ready to be downloaded to their devices.

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5. Self-Care: Chances are there is someone in your life who owes themselves a spa day! Massages, skin treatments, mani-pedis and haircare are always welcome gifts, for both men and women who deserve a little pampering.

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many people look at food. When gifting the family foodie, last-minute shoppers may not need to look further than the latest hotspot restaurant or specialty grocery store for the perfect gift. Take them out for a night on the town or give a gift card they can use at their convenience. The craft beer boom has created a host of devoted and knowledgeable beer drinkers, so a gift card or growler from a local craft brewery is sure to please people who love hoisting frosty pints.

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4 Holiday Party Must-Haves

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.

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Decorations

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Decking the halls is a holiday tradition, and hosts should make an effort to string some holiday decorations 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 kidfriendly decoration station can even be set up to ensure the youngsters have fun and stay busy during the festivities.

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.

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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.

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 holiday-themed prizes might be especially enjoyable for players.

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urry, finned and feathered friends help make a house a home. These companions are more than just pets; they’re often cherished family members. So it should come as no surprise that, come the holidays, people want to lavish extra attention on their animals by way of presents.

The American Pet Products Association says pet owners spend billions of dollars on their pets each year. The majority of pet owners plan to gift their pets on holidays such as Valentine’s Day, Halloween and Christmas. DogTime.com says that pet presents are not a North American phenomenon, either. Pet owners in the United Kingdom are expected to spend the equivalent of $46 U.S. per pet on gifts.

Gifting pets has become the norm, but various animal welfare organizations advise that giving companion animals as pets should be avoided. Pets given as gifts may be at a higher risk for surrender to shelters by families who miscalculated the amount of time and money that’s necessary to care for pets. Welcoming a pet into the family is often a personal decision, and one that should be weighed carefully by all members of the household.

While dog owners are more likely to buy their pets gifts, cat owners have been closing that gap over the years. Some pet parents even offer Christmas cards or hang Christmas stockings for their pets.

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Spiritual Christmas Traditions to Embrace

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he holiday season is a special and spiritual time of year. It can sometimes be easy to get lost in the more commercial aspects of the holiday season, and there’s certainly nothing wrong with shopping for gifts that will show your loved ones how much you love and appreciate them. For those who want to focus back on the spiritual

side of this special time of year, the following suggestions can help in those efforts.

Share the story of Christmas

The Gospels of Mark and Luke offer differing accounts of the birth of Jesus Christ. Both indicate that Jesus was born to Mary, who was engaged to Joseph, a carpenter.

Mary became pregnant through immaculate conception, as she was a virgin when visited by an angel who informed her that she was to carry God’s son. At the time of Christ’s birth, all Jewish people had to be counted by Roman soldiers for tax purposes. That required people to return to their places of birth. As a result, Mary and Joseph set out on an arduous journey to Bethlehem.

Upon arriving in Bethlehem, inns had no vacancies, but Mary and Joseph were given shelter in a stable where Jesus was ultimately born.

Attend Mass

Churches traditionally hold religious services on Christmas Eve and Christmas. These services are joyful expressions of faith, music and community spirit. But Christmas mass is not the only time to head to church.

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During Advent, the four-week period preceding Christmas, Catholics prepare and repent. Advent calendars help count down the days until Christmas.

Focus on gifts for good

Families can focus their energies on faithful endeavors and the spirit of giving that’s synonymous with the season. Do good deeds for others, embrace peace and love and share special time with others.

Sing carols

Spread the holiday spirit through song. Get together with a group of friends or neighbors and go door-to-door, or hold a caroling performance at a centralized location. Select religious hymns, but also include some secular favorites.

The holiday season is a great time of year to reconnect with one’s faith and spirituality.

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Saturday, December 8th Holy Trinity Orthodox Church 369 Green Avenue, East Meadow 516.483.3649 www.htocem.org The Choir of Holy Trinity Orthodox Church will present its annual Christmas Concert at 7:00 PM on Saturday, December 8, featuring a program of Orthodox and Western hymns and carols. The choir will be joined by the Saint Vladimir’s Seminary Chorale and the concert will be live streamed by Ancient Faith Radio..

Winter Village at Bryant Park

Through January 2nd, 2019 Behind the New York Public Library, between 40th and 42nd Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues 212.661.6640 www.BryantPark.org Tasting Tuesday, NYC Opera Caroling, Notre Dame Band Concert, Broomball, Exerskate, Santa’s Corner and more.

Radio City Christmas Spectacular Through January 1st, 2018 Radio City Music Hall Sixth Avenue, between 50th & 51st Streets 212.247.4777 www.RadioCity.com

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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting

The Rockettes® will shine like never before in a breathtaking new finale that transforms the theater into a glistening winter wonderland. Share in the joy of this one-of-a-kind celebration for family, friends and loved ones. Every moment is magic!

George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

Wednesday, November 29th 30 Rockefeller Plaza, between West 48th and 51st Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues 212.332.6868 www.RockefellerCenter.com The 2017 tree will be lit for the first time, with live performances from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Tens of thousands will crowd the sidewalks for the event and hundreds of millions will watch it live across the globe. The Tree will remain lit and can be viewed until 9:00 p.m. on January 7th.

November 23rd through December 30th, 2018 David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center Between West 62nd and 65th St. Patrick’s Cathedral Streets and Columbus and Fifth Avenue, between 50th and 51st Streets Amsterdam Avenues 212.753.2261 212.496.0600 www.SaintPatricksCathedral.org www.NYCBallet.com Tschaikovsky’s iconic score transports you to a world of wonder where mischievous mice are foiled by toy soldiers come to life, and a blizzard of ballerinas reveals the

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hristmas trees, Santa Claus, menorahs, and glittering lighting displays are just a few of the many prominent symbols of the holiday season. And while mistletoe might garner more attention and inspire more displays of affection, poinsettias are another

prominent sign that the holiday season has arrived.

Thanks to its bright red and green colors, the poinsettia is perhaps the ideal holiday plant. But as much as it suits holiday decor and seems tailor-made for that special time of year between Thanksgiving and the

first of January, the poinsettia has a reputation that few plants would want.

First discovered in Mexico and brought to the United States by Dr. Joel Poinsett, the poinsettia has long been rumored to be poisonous. However, the National Capital Poison Center notes that poinsettias are not deadly. In fact, the NCPC notes that the rumor that poinsettias are deadly may have been around for more than a century, tracing its origins all the way back to a child who was found dead lying next to a poinsettia plant.

The plant was blamed for the child’s death, and even though that blame was misplaced, the stigma stuck.

WebMD notes that others trace the false rumors surrounding poinsettias to 1919, when parents blamed the death of their daughter, who they thought had eaten poinsettia leaves, on this ubiquitous holiday plant.

cases, exposure to any part of a poinsettia plant in children or pets has little, if any, effect. However, if the plant is swallowed, some people and pets may experience symptoms including nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Some who touch the plant may develop a rash after contact.

While poinsettias are not deadly, the NCPC still advises those who plant to include the plant in their holiday decor to take every measure necessary to prevent children and pets from swallowing it. Placing poinsettias beyond the reach of kids and pets is one simple way to accomplish just that.

Poinsettias are seemingly everywhere come the holiday season. And because they’re not fatal, celebrants can continue to display these beautiful plants that call to mind the colors of the holiday season.

Even today when researchers have long since proven that poinsettias are not deadly, many people still believe they can be fatal if consumed.

The NCPC notes that, in most

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hristmas morning is an exciting and joyous time for families.

Children are anxious to rush downstairs and see what Santa has left under the tree, and parents are eager to see the looks on youngsters’ happy faces.

Having a fast and easy breakfast at the ready on Christmas morning allows families to jump right into the festivities rather than spending too much time in the kitchen.

This recipe for “Spiced Yogurt Muffins,” courtesy of the National Dairy Council, Dannon and McCormick, can be made in advance and then enjoyed while peeking into Christmas stockings or watching holiday parades on television. This big-batch recipe is ideal for feeding a houseful of overnight holiday guests. Or it can be prepared in advance and doled out as needed throughout the week.

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INGREDIENTS

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Gingerbread cookies may be the first baked goods that come to mind when people envision the holiday season, but celebrants need not limit themselves when preparing special treats for their families.

Macaroons are one beloved baked good that busy holiday hosts may believe are too time-consuming to prepare. However, the following recipe for “Coconut Macaroons with Dried Cherries” from Laurey Masterton’s “The Fresh Honey Cookbook” (Storey) is easy to whip up and makes for a tasty holiday treat.

Coconut Macaroons with Dried Cherries Makes 25 to 30 small cookies:

INGREDIENTS

1cup unsweetened flaked coconut 1cup sweetened flaked coconut 8 egg whites Salt

1⁄4 cup dried cherries 2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon honey, preferably orange blossom honey

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350 F.

sweetened coconut on a baking sheet. Lightly toast in the oven for 5 to 10 minutes. Keep close watch so the mixture does not burn, though you do want a nice toasted golden brown color. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.

Reduce the oven temperature to 325 F. (If using a convection oven, leave at 350 F.) Whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt in a medium bowl until the whites stiffen into firm peaks.

Fold the toasted coconut into the egg white mixture.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop tablespoon-size rounds, perhaps using a small ice cream scoop, of the coconut mixture onto the baking sheet. Press one or two dried cherries into the top of each macaroon.

Sprinkle with a tiny pinch of salt.

Bake the macaroons for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly browned (watch carefully to avoid burning), or for 8 to 10 minutes if using a convection The macaroons should be dry to the touch. You may need to bake them longer if it is a humid day. If you live in a dry area, these will keep well for a week.

Chef’s note: If you want to be really fancy, melt some chocolate and dip each one halfway into it.

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