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As we head into the holiday season, we are proud to celebrate our second year of Seasons™ Magazine. Thank you to all those readers who have supported us in this endeavor - we look forward to reaching an even larger audience next year!

In this special issue of Seasons™, our wish is to feature all that Long Island has to offer during this most festive time of year. In our Holiday Happenings on Long Island, you will find a “cornucopia” of events to enjoy with family and friends, from tree lightings and holiday displays to festivals and Santa parades.

No holiday season is complete without a trip to New York City; and for those looking to take advantage of the happenings in Manhattan, we have compiled a few highlights. From Radio City to Rockefeller Center and everything in between, Things to Do and See in NYC provides a great starting point to ensure that you capture the holiday spirit while visiting the Big Apple.

Of course, nothing sets the mood like decking the halls; and our helpful hints on decorating and tips for choosing the perfect Christmas tree should make the process more manageable, as well as our feature on things to consider when hosting the holidays.

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No gathering is complete without dessert, and our recipe for French Apple Pie is the perfect treat to pop in the oven whether you’re spending the evening at home or need a homemade delicacy to bring as a guest. Another staple of the season is hot cocoa, and we have compiled a selection of tasty twists to spice up this old classic.

Let’s not forget about the annual thrill of holiday shopping! Make your list, check it twice and let us guide you on how to find the perfect presents for your family and friends without breaking the bank. Don’t miss our tips and tricks for stocking up on holiday gift wrap and our feature on homemade crafts to add that special personalized touch.

We hope you enjoy this Holiday issue of Seasons™ Magazine.

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How to Avoid the Holiday Shopping Rush Holiday shopping can be both fun and hectic. While it’s fun to scour stores looking for can’tmiss gifts for your loved ones, shopping amongst the crowds also can prove hectic.

While online shopping has made department stores somewhat less crowded come the holiday

season, the National Retail Federation notes that online shopping during the 2014 holiday season accounted for just one-sixth of all holiday shopping. The opportunity to see and feel potential gifts in person compels many people to do the majority of their holiday shopping in-store, and there are ways for such shoppers to avoid the holiday shopping rush as they begin their quests for the perfect gifts: Shop during off-peak hours. Weekends and weeknight evenings tend to be the busiest times to go holiday shopping.

Professionals who have weekends off may put off their shopping during the week, choosing to do so on Saturday and Sunday afternoons when they have extra time to browse and comparison shop. Shopping off-peak hours, such as during weekday mornings or even early mornings

on weekends, is a great way to avoid crowds. Parents of young children might want to take a morning or even a full day off of work to get their holiday shopping done so they can avoid shopping with their kids in tow. You can probably move around more quickly if you choose to shop while the kids are in school, and this also affords you time to find gifts for the kids.

Make a list. Knowing what you want to buy online can decrease the amount of time you spend wandering around malls and stores. The longer you linger without an idea of what to buy, the greater the chance you will be joined by fellow shoppers.

If possible, call stores before you leave the house to confirm if they have certain items in stock, or buy items online from retailers who offer an in-store pickup option. Checkout lines for in-store pickup items are often separated from more traditional checkout lines, further reducing your risk of waiting in long lines.

Shop local businesses. Small local businesses may not boast the inventory of larger retailers you’re liable to encounter at the mall, but local small businesses tend to deal with thinner crowds than national stores during the holiday season. Items in such businesses may be more unique than items sold at nationwide retailers, and when you shop at smaller businesses, you likely won’t be forced to hunt for parking spots or wait on long checkout lines.

Start shopping early. Crowds only grow bigger and more impatient between Black Friday and the final days before Christmas, so shoppers who can find the time to shop before the height of the shopping season might find parking lots and checkout lines more to their liking. In addition, shopping early affords shoppers more time to find the best deals.

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Deck the Halls with Ease This Season It is not the holiday season until homes, stores and town centers are decorated in lights and tinsel. When entire neighborhoods are enhanced by bows and animated figurines, the celebratory tone is set and decorations can trigger happy feelings associated with holiday gatherings.

Some people find holiday decorating enjoyable and eagerly anticipate taking out storage containers and sorting through all of their memory-laden trinkets, while others are less enthusiastic about readying their homes for the season. No matter which group you fall into, the following are some simple tips to make holiday decorating easier: Plan to decorate on a day when you do not have any other responsibilities.

Choose to decorate on a day when you can devote your full attention to decorating, avoiding a day when you might be distracted by other things. If you prefer to decorate alone, ask a friend to watch the kids or have a spouse take them out of the house for a few hours. If decorating is a family event, find a day when everyone’s schedules are clear.

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Take some time to move all of the decorating items to a main floor of the house the day or night before your decorating marathon, this way you won’t get discouraged or tired by the task even before the real decorating has begun.

Put the tree up first. The Christmas tree is the a focal point of holiday decorations, so set up the tree and decorate it before you get started on decorating the rest of the house. If you do not get to all of your other decorating, at least the tree will be ready and your home will still have some holiday appeal. Once the lights are on, decorating the tree is a great activity for keeping the kids busy while you handle other jobs.

up the volume. Sing along to the carols or contemporary songs while you are elbow-deep in decorations.

Take some breaks. Working hungry or tired may lead to sloppy work or frustration.

There’s little chance of untangling a knot in the lights with your patience intact if you haven’t eaten for hours. Plan some time for lunch while you sit and rest. Survey the work you’ve done and make a list of the next steps.

After the hard work of decorating, you’ll likely have a sense of accomplishment. Then enjoy the holiday scene and prepare for the excitement!

Divide and conquer. Nothing makes holiday decorating go faster than delegating decorating tasks.

Assign specific tasks to your helpers. Put one person in charge of decorating the living room while another handles the outside lights, wreaths and inflatable items.

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Turn on the tunes.

Working to music frequently takes your mind off of the work and will help pass the time more quickly.

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How to Approach Your Holiday Spending The holiday season can be both exciting and expensive. The excitement stems from chances to see family and friends, while the expenses often stem from holiday shopping for those very same loved ones.

Many shoppers run into financial trouble come the holiday season, when the temptation to overspend on holiday gifts can be tough to resist. But the following are a handful of ways shoppers can stretch their budgets and avoid going broke this holiday season: Agree to spending limits.

Come the holiday season, many people overspend on gifts for their immediate family members. Before shopping season begins, speak with members of your immediate family to discuss spending limits on gifts, agreeing that you each won’t spend more than an agreed upon amount of dollars on gifts for any one person.

Come to a consensus on a reasonable limit and urge family members not to exceed that limit no matter what.

Determine how much you can spend. Many people find themselves overextended financially come the holiday season because they never bother to sit down before the season begins to determine how much they can afford to spend.

Set some time aside before your first holiday shopping excursion to examine your finances. Such

an examination should give you a ballpark figure of how much you can spend. Keep a tally of all of your purchases with you whenever you go shopping, updating the list with each new purchase you make. Tracking spending can help you stay within your budget.

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Visiting the mall or a town shopping center without any idea of what you’re looking for is a recipe for overspending.

Put some thought and research into your holiday shopping so you aren’t spending time wandering around and buying on impulse, which can increase your chance of overspending.

The more thought you put into your shopping, the more you can comparison shop and find the best price for each gift.

Start early. If your holiday shopping list is long or if you know money will be tight come the holiday season, begin your holiday shopping early. Doing so allows you to stretch your spending out over several months as opposed to several weeks. Shopping early also gives you more time to comparison shop and find the best price.

Resist the temptation to put it all on plastic. Credit and debit cards are more convenient than cash, especially now that you can buy everything from cups of coffee to big-ticket items with the swipe of a card.

But cash can be your friend when holiday shopping, especially if you have a history of overspending during the holiday season.

Leave cards at home when holiday shopping, spending only the cash you have in your pocket.

While this may be a less convenient way to shop than you’ve grown accustomed to, it will save you the grief of large credit card bills come January.

Holiday shopping can easily get out of hand. But shoppers who commit to spending only what they can afford before their first shopping trip can make it with their finances intact.

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Christmas Tree Varieties and Tips for Care An evergreen tree decked out in lights and ornaments is one of the universal symbols of the holiday season.

aroma. Some people choose the Leyland because it does not produce sap, which is great for those with sap allergies.

While there are scores of evergreen varieties, certain tree types are more popular than others and thus more available for purchase. The following are some of the more popular trees come Christmastime:

Colorado Blue Spruce: An attractive blue-green foliage and a good symmetrical form is what attracts many people to the blue spruce. The Colorado Blue Spruce has an excellent natural shape and requires little pruning to look like the perfect Christmas tree. It’s not very fragrant, but the tree needles may give off an unpleasant odor when crushed.

Eastern Redcedar: Branches of the tree are compact and form a pyramid-shaped crown.

The trees should be a dark, shiny green color. The eastern redcedar is not a true cedar tree, but a member of the juniper family. This tree can make a great cut tree with a homespun look and a pungent fragrance.

Leyland Cypress: This cypress is one of the more popular Christmas trees in the southeastern United States. The tree will be very dark green to almost gray in color. It has little

Scotch Pine: A classic conical shape and very good needle retention help make the Scotch pine a popular tree to cut for the holidays. Scotch pines also are quite prevalent thanks to the tree’s adaptability to a wide range of climates.

Eastern White Pine: A delicate green color and long needles are found on this tree. Another popular pine, the rich fragrance

profile, which makes it suitable for smaller rooms.

of the white pine may make it preferable to those who like their homes to smell of evergreen.

Christmas Tree Maintenance Nothing can guarantee the health and appearance of a tree after it is brought into a home.

But choosing a recently cut tree that has good needle retention can help. Here are other tips for a long-lasting tree:

Douglas Fir: The Douglas fir is one of the foremost Christmas tree species in the United States. It has soft needles that are dark green in color. Those needles radiate in all directions from the branches to give the tree a full look. The needles, when crushed, have a sweet fragrance. Douglas firs tend to live long when cut.

Use a sharp saw to cut an inch off of the trunk base to remove the sappy covering that forms from cutting. This will improve water intake.

Fraser Fir: Another popular fir for Christmas is the Fraser fir.

The needles are bicolored, with dark green on top and silver on the bottom. More fragrant than its cousin, the Douglas, the Fraser also boasts a slender

Fill a tree stand reservoir with warm water. Expect the tree to drink heavily in the beginning.

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Stock Up and Organize Holiday Gift Wrap Many people spend a significant portion of the holiday season selecting and wrapping gifts.

After all of the effort that goes into finding the perfect gift, many gift-givers want to dress those gifts up in eye-catching packages. As the holiday season hits full swing, now is the time to get wrapping supplies in order.

Begin by shopping the sales.

Some people save money by stocking up on wrapping supplies at the end of the holiday season. Those who do not look so far ahead may want to buy gift wrap and bags when these items first appear on the shelves, which affords shoppers a larger selection to choose from. Although you may be tempted to go for the least expensive wrapping paper available, investing in something a little thicker may make wrapping easier, as thicker paper is less likely to tear.

Select one or two paper designs so you do not have to think too much about which paper to use for which gifts.

When shopping, also grab a substantial supply of tape because you will need a lot of it. You probably will have some nonsymmetrical shaped gifts or ones that could get swallowed up in a lot of wrapping paper. You may want to choose bags or gift boxes to wrap such items.

Get creative with gift bags by purchasing solid-color bags and using stamps to dress up the design. This way, the wrapping looks like it was customized for each recipient.

Let kids help, as they may have fun adding ribbon or bows to dress up gifts even further.

you want to wrap everything in one sitting, or maybe you will wrap each gift as you make new purchases. Either

Set up a dedicated spot to tackle the wrapping. Perhaps

way, keeping supplies at the ready and organized can make wrapping go more quickly.

Wrapping paper and ribbon can be stored on a modified towel rack that hangs over the back of a door, or invest in a wrapping paper storage container so everything will be together when the time comes to begin wrapping. A folding table or even an ironing rack can make for good horizontal surfaces on which to tackle the wrapping.

Remember also to keep an envelope nearby with any gift receipts so that they can be included with the gifts as you wrap them.

Holiday shoppers’ work doesn’t end after gifts are purchased. Now is the time for wrapping and stockpiling all of the supplies needed to make holiday gifts that much more attractive.

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• Anolon 4-Piece Steak Knife Set - Meat lovers will appreciate the sleek styling and razor-sharp serrated blades of this well-priced cutlery set, which is made of high quality Japanese stainless steel. The dual-riveted black handles are molded for exceptional comfort ($39.99).

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• Anolon Advanced Umber 12-Inch Covered Deep Skillet - A versatile heavyduty pan with generous proportions, snugfitting lid and flared sides to prevent messy drips, this skillet is beautifully crafted with a rich bronze nonstick finish inside and out ($49.99).

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Holiday hosts have a lot on their plates. The work of holiday hosting does not begin when the first guest arrives. It starts weeks before, when homeowners begin preparing their homes for overnight guests. Because the holiday season can be so busy, it’s easy for hosts to overlook certain things as the day their first guests are set to arrive draws nearer. But the following are a few things hosts should consider in the weeks before their guests show up: Accommodations It’s hard to overlook accommodations when hosting for the holidays, but it’s best to inspect linens and other items that might go largely unused throughout much of the year. Check foldout couches or air mattresses a few weeks before your guests are slated to arrive. This gives you ample time to address any issues and also allows you to comparison shop and find great deals on any items you need to replace.

Hosts who are parents to young children may want to discuss sleeping arrangements before guests arrive if kids will be asked to sleep in different beds.

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Activities If guests will be staying for several nights, explore a few local activities so everyone can get out of the house for a night or two. Time spent with family is one of the best parts of the holiday season, but spending all of that time inside in cramped quarters can grow uncomfortable over time. Plan a family night or two out that everyone can enjoy.

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Traditions Behind Holiday Gifts The holiday season is a time to celebrate with friends and family. Several holidays are celebrated in this relatively short time period, making this one of the most festive times of the year.

Many holiday celebrations focus on the exchange of presents, which may be exchanged with relatives, friends and even coworkers. But are you familiar with the origins of exchanging gifts?

Gift exchanges trace their origins to both religious and secular traditions, each of which has helped shape the holidays into what they are today.

Christmas People exchange gifts on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day all over the world. For Christians, Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe was a gift from the Creator.

From a religious standpoint, gifting others around Christmastime can be traced back to the stories of the Three Kings (also referred to as the “Three Wise Men”) who visited Jesus after his birth.

Frankincense, a fragrance involved in worship; gold; and myrrh, an incense associated with funerals, was presented.

These gifts symbolized worship in Christ, that He would be the King of Kings, and that suffering and death would come to Him.

the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem. The word “hanukkah” actually means “dedication” in Hebrew.

The Jews, including Judah Maccabee, helped drive the Syrians out of Jerusalem. In one of Judaism’s most central texts, Maccabee and others witnessed a miracle at the temple. Even though there was only enough oil to keep a menorah’s candles burning for one day, the flames continued for eight nights.

Traditionally, gelt, or money, was given as a Hanukkah gift. Many Hanukkah gift givers aim to give gifts that are thoughtful and sweet. Money is not exchanged as much today, with other gifts taking its place.

Kwanzaa Kwanzaa is an American holiday that pays homage to traditions and cultural influences from Africa. The holiday was developed in 1966 by Maulana Ndabezitha Karenga. The focus of Kwanzaa is on family and the harvest as well as certain principles, such as unity and faith.

Gifts make up one of the seven symbols of Kwanzaa celebrations. However, giftsharing is not the central part of this special holiday. Gifts are symbolic of the labor and love of parents and the commitments made and kept by their children.

Another giver of gifts is part of many Christmas celebrations.

St. Nicholas, a fourth century saint, is a beloved figure across the globe who has a reputation for giving gifts in secret and helping the needy. The figure of “Santa Claus” is based on St. Nicholas, and the blending of the two has evolved as history has mixed with folklore and personal traditions.

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November 13th through January 3rd, 2016 Radio City Music Hall 1260 Avenue of the Americas Sixth Avenue, between 50th & 51st Streets New York, NY 212.247.4777 www.radiocity.com The Radio City Christmas Spectacular celebrates its 88th year of precision dancing and high kicks this holiday season.

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Saturday, November 21st & Sunday, November 22nd, at 10:00 a.m.

Old Bethpage Village Restoration 1303 Round Swamp Road Old Bethpage 516.572.8400 www.nassaucountyny.gov Enjoy an old-fashioned 1863 Thanksgiving Celebration! There is a fee to attend.

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Festival of Trees

Friday, November 27th through Sunday, November 29th, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Cradle of Aviation Museum 51 Charles Lindbergh Boulevard Garden City 516.378.2000 www.cradleofaviation.org Enjoy designer-decorated trees, entertainment, a gingerbread village, children’s activities and vendors. Admission: $15; children, $10 children; 2 and younger, free.

Tours of Decorated Vanderbilt Mansion

November 27th through January 5th, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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(it does not need to be a house) and bring it to the West Islip Public Library to be judged by public voting. The West Islip Brass Quintet will entertain you with a concert filled with holiday music at 1:00 p.m.

Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. To enter, you must register. E-mail: phyllis@ sagtikosmanor.org or contact 631.321.6809 for one. All gingerbread designs will be on display at the library until December 11th.

Boardwalk Lights & City Lights

November 27th through January 17th, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Long Beach Boulevard to Magnolia Boulevard Long Beach 516.431.1000 www.longbeachny.gov This free holiday nauticalthemed light show is on display on the boardwalk. Lights will also be displayed throughout the city on Park Avenue, the West End, East End & Canal Bridges.

Tree Trimming Event

Saturday, November 28th, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Fire Island Lighthouse Robert Moses State Park Field #5 631.661.4876 www.fireislandlighthouse.com Kick off the holiday season by helping decorate the holiday tree. Bring a handmade ornament relating to the sea, nature or the Lighthouse to hang. There will be free hot chocolate and cookies.

Gingerbread Competition Saturday, November 28th, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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8th Annual Lighting of the Lighthouse

Saturday, November 28th, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Montauk Point Lighthouse 742 Montauk Highway Montauk 631.668.2428 www.montaukchamber.com Parking and admission to the Lighthouse grounds are free during this annual event.

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Holiday Spectacular

Sunday, November 29th Eisenhower Park Merrick Avenue and Park Boulvard Twin Rinks East Meadow 516.572.0200 www.nassaucountyny.gov Join for this Holiday Spectacular, featuring Dean Karahalis and the Concert Pops of Long Island Call for a time.

Lighting of the Big Duck

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Old Fashioned Babylon Village Christmas & Shopping

Friday, December 4th, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Deer Park Avenue, between Railroad Avenue and Main Street Babylon Village www.babylonvillagechamber.org Santa will ride through the Village on a horse-drawn carriage. There will be holiday music and entertainment throughout.

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Friday, December 4th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park 440 Montauk Highway, Oakdale 631.581.1002 www.nysparks.state.ny.us Listen to holiday music, enjoy the lighting of the tree, visit with Santa and tour the Victorian home to view the beautiful seasonal decorations.

Charles Dickens 20th Annual Festival

Friday, December 4th through Sunday, December 6th Port Jefferson Village 118 West Broadway Port Jefferson 631.473.1414 www.portjeff.com The streets will come alive with Scrooge, Chimney Sweeps, Father Christmas, reindeer viewing, an old-fashioned radio show and sounds

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and performers of the era.

Attractions include carriage rides, a visit down East Main Street’s Dickens Alley, the spectacular Crystal Ball and Grand Finale Parade.

Holiday Fine Art & Craft Fair

Saturday, December 5th and Sunday, December 6th, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Art League of Long Island 107 East Deer Park Road Dix Hills 631.462.5400 www.artleagueli.net More than 70 highly-skilled craftspeople and artists will be on hand, featuring paintings, sculpture, woodcraft, ceramics, mosaics, fiber art, photography, jewelry, wearable art and other unique hand-crafted items. Live demonstrations by Art League instructors will take place in the art studios.

Christmas with the Roosevelts at Sagamore Hill

Saturday, December 5th Sagamore Hill National Historic Site 516.922.4788 www.nps.gov/sahi Activities will include holiday music, Christmas carols and a very special appearance by “Theodore Roosevelt,” as portrayed by James Foote.

There will also be holiday arts and crafts activities for children of all ages. Call for a time.

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Saturday, December 5th, at 4:15 p.m.

Belmont Lake State Park North Babylon 631.667.5055 www.nysparks.com This popular event includes an ice sculptor, holiday songs sung by the local elementary schools, figurine displays and a fireworks display.

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Holidays at Old Westbury Gardens

December 5th through December 20th Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Road Old Westbury 516.333.0048 www.oldwestburygardens.org Come visit Old Westbury for their annual Holiday Celebration. Admission: General Admission, $8; Seniors and Children (3–17), $5; Free for members Please call for dates and hours.

Holiday House Tour of Islip Hamlet

Sunday, December 6th, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Islip Hamlet - Homes 631.245.0675 www.isliphamlethistory.org Several historically and/or architecturally interesting homes will be decorated for the holidays, as tour guides in Victorian dress greet you at each home. ALL tickets go on sale starting November 10th at Nook & Cranny (469 Main Street, Islip). Admission: $20, adults; no one under 16 allowed. Some tickets will be for sale on the day of the tour

Holiday Festival

Sunday, December 6th, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Stony Brook Village Center 111 Main Street, Stony Brook 631.751.2244 www.stonybrookvillage.com Featuring the Promenade of Trees, with more than 60 decorated trees. Santa will arrive at 2:00 p.m. by horsedrawn carriage. There will be carolers, live music, a petting zoo, model trains and a tree lighting at 5:30 p.m.

Holiday Light Show

December 11th through December 23rd, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Camp Edey 1500 Lakeview Avenue, Bayport 631.543.6622 www.holidaylightshow.org

Drive through a mile-long wooded trail filled with light displays and vignettes and take a picture with Santa. Presented by the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. Admission: $20 per car; tickets must be purchased online.

Tree Lighting and the 11th Annual Visit from Santa

Friday, December 11th, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Coe Hall at Planting Fields Arboretum 1395 Planting Fields Road Oyster Bay 516.922.8670 www.plantingfields.org Enjoy caroling by the Barber Shop Quartet, hot cocoa and refreshments. Coe Hall will be decorated for the season and open for self-guided visits. Visit with Santa until 7:30 p.m. in the Hay Barn! The Tree will be lit at 6:00 p.m. sharp!

Christmas House Tour at Sagtikos Manor

Saturday, December 12th & Sunday, December 13th, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Sagtikos Manor 677 Montauk Highway Bay Shore 631.661.5169 www.sagtikosmanor.com Enjoy this Presidential Christmas Celebration - tour each room and hear how different presidents celebrated the holidays. Admission: $20, adults; $15, seniors & students.

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13th Annual Reenactment of the Flying Santa Saturday, December 12th, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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Sunday, December 13th, at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center 431 East Main Street, Riverhead 631.208.9200 www.longislandaquarium.com Enjoy a delicious buffet brunch in the beautiful Sea Star Ballroom. Make a special take-home holiday keepsake and don’t forget the camera to capture a family photo with Santa! Admission: $26.95 (Members: $22.95), ages 3-12; $42.95 (Members: $36.95), adults; Free for children 2 and under.

Candlelight Evenings & Holiday Gift Show

Thursday, December 17th through Saturday, December 19th, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Old Bethpage Village Restoration 1303 Round Swamp Road Old Bethpage 516.572.8401 www.nassaucountyny.gov Experience the village as it would have been at night during this lovely season. There will be caroling, stories of Christmases past, a traditional 1860’s Christmas tree display, traditional music, a bonfire and hot apple cider available.

Admission: $10, adults; $7, seniors/children; Free for children under 5.

The Nutcracker

Saturday, December 19th, at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 20th, at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Tilles Center for the Performing Arst, LIU Campus 720 Northern Boulevard Brookville 516.299.3100 www.tillescenter.org Eglevsky Ballet brings its annual production of this timeless holiday classic. Featuring guest artists from New York City Ballet and American Ballet Theatre.

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New Holiday Twists on Classic Hot Cocoa Few things are more comforting than sitting under a warm afghan and sipping a mug of steaming hot chocolate when cold wind and snow are blowing outside. Hot chocolate seems tailor-made for chilly winter evenings, providing the perfect indulgence while watching a favorite holiday film, entertaining friends around the holidays or warming up after a day spent building snowmen.

The terms “hot chocolate” and “hot cocoa” are used interchangeably, but they actually refer to two different beverages. Hot chocolate is made from shaved solid chocolate, which contains both cocoa and cocoa butter. Hot cocoa is made from cocoa powder, which alone does not constitute full chocolate. Either drink can be delicious, and many people prefer one over the other.

While traditional hot chocolate is a favorite for many, there are ways to make this beloved beverage more unique. By experimenting with flavor combinations, hot chocolate can become new again each day.

The following are some flavorful ingredients you may want to try to spice up your next cup of hot chocolate: Caramel: Pair a rich, dark or semi-sweet hot chocolate with a swirl of caramel. The caramel will add sweetness and extra creaminess to the blend.

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Peppermint: Peppermint and hot chocolate can make for an interesting contrast. The cooling nature of peppermint works nicely with the heat of hot chocolate, imparting a wonderful aroma as well. Melt a candy cane or mint from a restaurant in the mug and enjoy.

Nutmeg: What nutmeg does for eggnog it also can do for hot chocolate. Nutmeg offers that earthy bite that calls to mind long days baking in the kitchen.

Chile Powder: Chile can add a little kick to hot chocolate that works surprisingly well. Add just enough to offer a little tingle of residual heat at the back of your throat. This concoction also may help clear up a case of congestion or the sniffles.

Coffee: Add a splash of coffee to the hot chocolate for an instant boost of caffeine and some mocha flavoring.

Whipped Cream: Create the flavor combination of a chocolate cream pie with a generous dollop of whipped cream. For a truly rich flavor, make a batch of fresh whipped cream, which will also thicken the hot chocolate.

Coconut Milk: Invoke the tropics by substituting coconut milk for regular milk. You may feel like you’re on your own private island.

Peanut Butter: Few people can resist the combination of chocolate and peanut butter.

Melt a spoonful of peanut butter into the beverage and enjoy.

Liqueur: Enhance hot chocolate with your favorite liqueurs.

Orange and raspberry flavorings work well, or try a creamy spirited beverage, like Kahlua or Irish cream.

Marshmallows: Of course one of the simplest ways to dress up hot chocolate is to fill the mug to the brim with sweet marshmallows.

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French Apple Pie While fresh apples are a delight on their own, few apple afficionados can resist the temptation to make apple pie. If homemade apple pie is on your agenda this year, consider the following recipe: Makes one 9-inch pie

Ingredients:

1 recipe Plain Pie Pastry (see below) Raisin Filling 3/4 cup raisins 6 tablespoons water 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice 1/4 cup light corn syrup 11/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour 11/2 teaspoons sugar 2 apples (preferably a tart variety) 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 11/2 teaspoons cornstarch

Icing 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon butter, softened

Spread the apple mixture in the crust in an even layer, then spread the raisin filling evenly over the apples. Brush the rim of the crust with water, cover with the second rolled-out crust, seal and flute or crimp the edges, and cut a steam vent in the center.

Directions:

To make the raisin filling, combine the raisins, water and lemon juice in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally until the raisins are plump, about 15 minutes.

Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until golden brown.

Cool on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours, until completely cool.

Separately, combine the corn syrup, flour and sugar and mix well, then add to the raisins and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes.

Remove from the heat and cool until the mixture is just warm, about 10 to 15 minutes.

tablespoon of the milk over part of the flour mixture. Gently toss with a fork and push to the side of the bowl. Sprinkle another tablespoon of milk over another dry part, toss with a fork and push to the side of the bowl.

Repeat with the remaining milk until all of the flour mixture is moistened.

To make the icing, combine the sugar and water and mix well.

Add the butter and mix until smooth. Brush over the top of the cooled pie before serving.

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Press the dough together to form 2 equal balls, then flatten into disks. Roll out the crusts right away, or wrap the dough tightly, smoothing out any little wrinkles or air pockets and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball to a thickness of 1/8 inch. Use a light touch and handle the dough as little as possible

Makes two 9-inch pie crusts

Preheat the oven to 400º F. Line a 9-inch pie plate with 1 rolled-out crust.

2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup vegetable shortening 5 to 7 tablespoons cold milk

Peel the apples, cut them into thin wedges, and put them in a large bowl. Separately, combine the sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg and cornstarch, then add to the apples and gently stir until evenly mixed.

Sift the flour and salt into a bowl. Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender until it is the size of small peas. Sprinkle 1

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Homemade Crafts for the Holidays Nearly every holiday shopper has at least one person on their list who seemingly has everything. When shopping for such loved ones, shoppers often find the perfect gift to be especially elusive.

While gift cards are a go-to fallback option when shopping for the person who has it all, many gift givers feel such cards are a tad too impersonal. But in lieu of traditional store-bought gifts, shoppers stuck on what to buy should consider the many great reasons to give homemade gifts: 1. Homemade gifts show your loved one how much they mean to you. Gift cards are practical, but they rarely elicit the warm feelings holiday shoppers want their gifts to produce. A homemade gift will show your loved one that you put time and effort into making their holiday season special, and that’s something they will appreciate when they use or

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Leaving cookies and milk for Santa Claus is a Christmas Eve tradition. Children regularly place a dish of cookies and a glass of milk by the tree on Christmas Eve so that Santa has enough energy to complete all of his giftgiving before kids wake up on Christmas morning.

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Whatever the origins behind the tradition, millions of children dutifully leave milk and cookies. for Santa on Christmas Eve.

The tradition of leaving cookies out on Christmas Eve may trace its origins to Saint Nicholas.

On the feast of St. Nicholas on December 6th, children would leave food and drink for the saint and any attendants. The treats would be exchanged for gifts.

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