Vitalia Voice | December 2013

VITALIA Stay Active this Winter!

Local Events, Clubs, Groups, & Classes PAGES 3 & 6-8

Things to Do

Visit the nature sites around town.

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Vitalia Vines

Learn about the bird-of-paradise.

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Vitalia Information hours of operation Vitalia Lifestyle

Monday-Friday 9am-3pm

Amenity Center

Daily 5am-10pm Daily Sunrise-Sunset

Pool Hours

phone list AAM Customer Service

For ALL Club & HOA Matters

866-516-7424 csr@aamfl.com

AAM After Hours Emergency

866-553-8290

AV Homes Customer Care

800-858-5933

VitaliaHomes.com/owner-care HOA Compliance Department Architectural

863-427-7022

Violations

863-427-7032

Fax

863-427-7093

Vitalia Lifestyle

772-345-4921

Driver’s License Department

772-337-5600

Florida Power and Light

772-462-0555

Home Town Cable Plus

772-345-6000

Lawnwood Regional Medical Center

772-461-4000

NUI City Gas

772-871-2551

Port St. Lucie Police Dept.

772-871-5000

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-873-6400

(Emergency After Hours)

Port St. Lucie Utilities

772-871-5330

(Set Up)

Social Security Administration

800-772-1213

Port St. Lucie County

Medical Center

772-335-4000

Recycle

772-462-5678

Sheriff

772-462-7300

Port St. Lucie Fire Department

772-621-3400

Port St. Lucie West Library

772-873-3309

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birthdays Bonnie Brody Martha Province Cecily Sommer Claudette Roy Joan Saudenbauer Roger Carlson Franciso Diaz

Barry Goetz James Grinberg Daniel Kamen Carol Ritz

Elizabeth Earle Harold Faulkner

Neil Fogel

Bill Quattrocchi Dorothy Annese

David Kostyo Fedele Annese Sheryl Rosenbaum Chaunce Braun Steve Simon Ellen Wilson

Mary Blancato Brenda Reiter Carol Rizzo Bruce Woghin

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anniversaries Steve & Martha Province Robert & Kathryn Landesmann Larkin & Ruby Little

Fred & Bibianne Bazar

Norman & Brenda Rudowitz Paul & Pamela Wade Jack & Barbara Moore

Dave & Patti McRae Joseph & Cindy Lynn Loney Roger & Betty Carlson

Charles & Patrica Wotruba Jeff & Nan Rothschild

Terry & Joan Steeves

Herb & Elinor Sandler Arthur & Ellen Leonardo

Clifford & Katye Young Glenn & Peggy Gollnick

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department news

By David Smith, Division President of AV Homes, Inc.

I'm back again to thank you all for making Vitalia an outstanding community and a great place to live. I’m sure you have noticed our community is growing with the construction of the clubhouse well underway now. We are all excited about this new addition and anxious to see the finished product. I, for one, cannot wait to see what special events Vitalia has in store.

indicating a solid revival in the St. Lucie County housing market with potential for growth which is a fantastic sign.

We’re seeing a bright future for home buyers and looking forward to welcoming many more to our great community.

With the holiday season here, we’re seeing more and more of our friends from the north saying goodbye to the cold for good. New home construction is up 181% year over year,

I wish you and your family a warm holiday season and bright New Year!

Make time to stop by our Sales Center to feast your eyes upon the newest floor plans to hit the coast of Florida and stay up-to-date on all the exciting events coming to our community. For your friends shoveling snow this holiday season, invite them down to show them first-hand what Vitalia is all about and why you chose to call this home.

David Smith 863-427-7000

Yoga and Stretch Classes at the Clubhouse Improve your golf or bowling game by improving your balance and coordination!

Yoga and Stretch Classes, led by an International Sports Sciences Associations Certified Personal Trainer/Fitness Therapist, are now running Mondays and Fridays.

Beginners are welcome!

Yoga – This class is for all levels including beginners. Men and women are welcome! Basic Yoga is focused on physical poses, breathing techniques, and stretching exercises.

Actively improve balance, flexibility, and strength. Manage your aches and pains, and achieve better health. Take time to relax. Leave feeling refreshed, energized, and stress free.

Work at your own pace. No matter what your level, you will not be bored in this class. Please bring a mat. This class meets on Mondays at 12pm.

Just Stretch – This class is for all levels including beginners.

Men and women are welcome! Lengthen and strengthen your muscles, increase flexibility, and allow your body the time to relax and rebuild. Relieve back pain and muscle soreness. Stretching helps every health condition, increases endurance, adds strength for daily activities, and prolongs life. It is a necessary piece to any balanced fitness routine.

Please bring a mat. The class meets on Fridays at 10am.

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Annual Meeting & Mosquito Control

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n December 5th at 2pm Vitalia at Tradition homeowners are cordially invited to attend the Annual Meeting of the Association at the Tradition Townhall.

Kraig Carmickle Community Manager 863-427-7103 kcarmickle@aamfl.com

Meeting notices were mailed out in early November to all Vitalia homeowners and the notice included the following items: Agenda 2013 Annual Meeting Agenda and the 2014 proposed HOA Budget.

Questionnaire The questionnaire needed to be returned by Wednesday, November 27th to include any questions pertaining to the community that you would like addressed at the Annual Meeting.

This is a great way to communicate if you’re not able to attend the meeting. We will provide answers or responses to all the questions gathered before the meeting on December 5th.

Over the past year I have had several residents ask who sprays for mosquitoes in Vitalia and the Tradition development. The St. Lucie County Mosquito Control District is responsible for mosquito control in the Tradition development and within Vitalia. The zone that includes the Tradition development and Vitalia was fogged in early November.

The following is additional information on the

Mosquito Fogging Hotline and the Mosquito Control District.

Mosquito Fogging Hotline The Fogging Information Hotline's number is 772-462-1800. Please remember the most up to date information is posted on the hotline after 3:30pm EST. To check on the zones that will be fogged and a zone map please visit www. stlucieco.gov/mosquito/fogging_dates_ times.htm for more information.

The St. Lucie County Mosquito Control District is an independent taxing district, overseen by its own board and by the Mosquito Control Section of the Florida Bureau of Entomology and Pest Control (Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services). Residents are most familiar with the trucks used for spraying adult mosquitoes, but District services also include: reduction of mosquito breeding habitat, control of mosquito larvae where possible, monitoring of mosquitoes (and viruses they sometimes carry), measurement and analysis of environmental information, environmental education, and public use of impounded wetland parks.

The District boundaries contain 301 square miles. There are 20 full-time, 10 part-time, and 5 temporary employees in four divisions: Administration, Biology/Inspection, Adulticiding Operations, and Impoundment Operations.

Enjoy the month of December and Happy New Year!

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news board

Newsletter Deadlines

Volunteers Wanted

Newsletter and Calendar Submissions should be emailed

Volunteer at Tradition Medical Center

to dosterholz@aamfl.com.

Martin Health System is pleased to announce that

January Submissions Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due Friday, November 22nd by 3pm.

February Submissions Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due Thursday, January 2nd by 3pm.

March Submissions Calendar submissions and newsletter articles are due Friday, January 31st by 3pm.

Tradition Medical Center will be opening mid-December 2013. With this beautiful, new healthcare facility so close to home, why not consider volunteering for one fourhour shift each week? Men and women can enjoy doing something meaningful and worthwhile as a volunteer in a wide variety of service areas.

Start by completing an online application at www. martinhealth.org/volunteerjobs or contact Volunteer Services at 772-288-5886 to request a paper application packet be mailed to you.

Get involved. Make new friends. Become an appreciated

Sentiments Congratulations

part of the Martin Health System family. Join us on Tuesday, December 3rd at 11am in the Clubhouse to meet hospital representatives and Martin Health System volunteers to learn more. Refreshments will be served.

Congratulations to artist Bill Brody on the Juror's Award he received for a wood-cut print that he had on display at the Elliot Museum.

Resident Photo Photo taken by Spanish Class Instructor, Diana Reece

out & about Lifestyle Trivia Trivia is cancelled for the month of December. It will resume in January.

Romeos Friday, December 6th | 12:30pm Olive Garden, Tradition

Join the gentlemen of Vitalia in a neighborly lunch at Olive Garden. RSVP to Activities Office.

Bunco Sunday, December 8th | 7pm Clubhouse

Come join the Bunco Club for a fun and energetic dice game. Are you unsure of how to play Bunco? No worries, the group will be more than happy to teach you how to play.

RSVP to Activities Office.

Fitness Classes Current class schedules are posted in the Clubhouse and on the www.VitaliaAtTraditionHOA.com calendar.

Aqua Aerobics/Hydro Pilates M – T – W – Th | 11am Clubhouse

An excellent cardio and strength workout for people of all fitness levels. This class utilizes water weights, aqua gloves, and noodles to achieve a very unique workout. Swimming is not required.

Yoga Mondays | 12pm Clubhouse

This class is for men and women of all levels. The class focuses on physical poses, breathing techniques, and stretching exercises. Actively improve balance, flexibility, and strength. Manage your aches and pains, achieve better health, and improved spirituality. Take time to relax. Leave feeling refreshed, energized, and stress free. Work at your own pace. Please bring a mat.

Zumba Thursdays | 9am Saturdays | 7:45am, 9am Clubhouse

Juliets at the West End Grill on October 10th

Juliets Thursday, December 12th | 1pm Cobb's Landing, Fort Pierce

Please join us for an afternoon of food and friends. If you are new to the area please join the ladies of Vitalia for lunch at Cobb’s Landing. RSVP to Kathy Powers at 772-345-2486.

Bingo Sunday, December 29th | 7pm Clubhouse

Where can you go on a Sunday night for a couple of hours of fun with your neighbors? Don't know? Bingo. To RSVP leave a voice message for Donna or Debbie at the office.

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Come be part of one of the most popular classes offered at Vitalia! “Exercise in Disguise.” Zumba is a dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance. It offers a blended balance of cardio and muscle toning benefits.

Aqua Zumba Fridays | 9am Clubhouse

Get your ‘groove on’ as you burn calories with a complete, no-impact workout in the pool. This class is for men and women who enjoy having a blast while getting in an AQUAFANTASTIC workout!

Just Stretch Fridays | 10am Clubhouse

This class is for men and women of all levels. Lengthen and strengthen your muscles, increase flexibility, and allow your body the time to relax and rebuild. Relieve back pain and muscle soreness. Stretching helps every health condition, increases endurance, adds strength for daily activities, and prolongs life. A necessary piece to any balanced fitness routine. Please bring a mat.

out & about Classes

Club / Group

Mosaic

Men's Golf

Mondays | 9am Guardhouse

Every Monday

This interesting class involves putting together small pieces of tile, glass, and pebbles to create patterns on a variety of surfaces. Create beautiful items for your home or patio.

Projects range from $35-$50. RSVP to Activities Office.

Steve Tuckman is leading this group which meets every Monday afternoon at different area golf courses. If you’d like to join, please contact Steve at tuck61494@gmail.com.

Ladies Golf Every Monday

Silk Painting Wednesdays | 9am Guardhouse

Debbie will be guiding you in creating a one of a kind masterpiece using easy techniques. This surprisingly simple art form has amazingly beautiful results! Projects range from $10$20. RSVP to Activities Office. NO CLASS on December 25th.

The Vitalia Ladies 18 Hole Golf Group plays at various courses throughout St. Lucie County. If you have basic knowledge of the sport and are familiar with golfing etiquette, you are welcome to join. Contact Marianne Martinovic at marianne@htcplus.net.

Bowling Every Tuesday | 1:45pm Superplay U.S.A.

Spanish Wednesdays | 9am Clubhouse

Join your Vitalia neighbors for a friendly game of bowling.

Informal and fun. No RSVP needed. All skill levels welcome.

Challenge yourself to a healthier brain! Come learn a second language with your friends and neighbors. The cost is $20 per month. Contact Diana Reese for more information at 321-574-1158 or 772-408-8523.

Club / Group WEEKLY EVENTS Mahjong Club Sue Ann Goldman will be taking orders for the new 2014 Mahjong cards. Please contact Sue at 772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net for more information and days/times.

Stickball Every Sunday | 9am

Meet in the Clubhouse parking lot. This is a great way to spend a morning getting exercise and having fun. Play ball!

Darts Every Monday | 7pm

Annual membership dues are $5 per person. Please make checks payable to Vitalia Dart Club. Contact Dave Pachuta at mirage0204@htcplus.net or 772-345-2311.

Poker Every Monday through Thursday | 6:30pm-10pm Clubhouse

Canasta Every Tuesday through Thursday | 6:30pm-10pm Guardhouse

The club also meets on Monday evenings when there is availability in the Guardhouse.

Good News Club - Bible Study Every Wednesday | 2pm Guardhouse

Is the Bible a source for trivia questions, or is there more to it than that? Bring your questions as we search for Truth.

Can there be good news without there first being bad news?

Do you know what it is? Do you want to? Come one time and we think you will be back. Join us as we focus on the Foundation for the Faiths - Genesis! Contact Geof Hoge at 772-216-7005.

Co-Ed Water Volleyball Every Wednesday and Sunday | 9am Every Thursday for Beginners | 3pm Clubhouse Pool

This game is for anyone looking for a little friendly competition. No experience necessary. No RSVP needed.

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out & about Club / Group Men's Water Volleyball

Red Hot Seasons Holiday Party

Every Saturday | 9am Clubhouse Pool

Monday, December 18th | 12:30pm-3pm Clubhouse

The men of Vitalia will meet at the pool for a friendly game of H2O Volleyball.

MONTHLY EVENTS T.G.I.F. Club meeting is cancelled for the month of December and will resume in 2014.

Gun Club Thursday, December 12th | 10:30am Guardhouse

This club discusses issues which are important to gun owners. Also, plans are made for an occasional trip to a shooting range. All are welcome; however, no guns or ammunition of any type are allowed in the Clubhouse or Guardhouse.

Welcome to Red Hot Seasons – our Red Hat Society group here at Vitalia. We have a great time dressing in our outfits and going to different restaurants around town and also doing sightseeing events as often as we can. We are planning a great 2014 year and hope that you join our group. Dues are $10 a year.

Our December event is our Annual Holiday Party here at the Clubhouse. We dress in either red or purple with a red or purple hat. We will be subsidizing our feast with our members helping out. RSVP to Sue Ann Goldman (772-345-2460 or bobsue@htcplus.net) no later than December 11th. If you need additional information please feel free to call Sue Ann.

Sunshine Club Thursday, December 19th | 10:30am Clubhouse

Book Club

Garden Club

Tuesday, December 17th | 10am Library

Thursday, December 19th | 1:30pm Guardhouse

We will be discussing the novel Me Before You by JoJo Moyes.

CLUB BANK INFORMATION Any Club that collects funds will need to set up a bank account. You will need the Articles of Incorporation for Vitalia at Tradition. Please contact Zaid or Shannon at Tradition Wells Fargo for a free basic checking account.

New Clubhouse as of November 1st.

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Zaid Iqbal, Personal Banker at Wells Fargo 10330 SW Village Center Dr. Port St. Lucie, FL 34987 772-345-1602 zaid.iqbal@wellsfargo.com

club & group pictures

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entertainment

Things To Do

Oxbow Eco-Center Botanical Gardens 2410 S.E. Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL 772-337-1959

The Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens is a welcome oasis of greenery in the heart of the city. The Gardens is located on 20 acres of property on the west side of Westmoreland Blvd., just south of Port St. Lucie Blvd. on the banks of the North Fork of the St. Lucie River. The property was acquired through the joint efforts of the City of Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County, and the Florida Trust for Public Lands.

The site boasts a lake with a fountain, paved public paths, beautiful gardens, a pavilion, a gift shop, and a special place for weddings, as well as ample public parking. This beautiful sanctuary includes a butterfly garden, orchid room, and rose garden. The Gardens also hosts a variety of children's programs, plant sales, and the popular Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society concerts.

The Gardens is operated by the Friends of the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, a non-profit organization that was founded to help support the daily operations of The Gardens. This organization provides an on-site presence to answer questions and give tours. Also, they operate The Pavilion and Gift Shop, and also help with the daily maintenance of The Gardens.

For more information, including complete information about upcoming events and the latest news and updates, please visit www.pslbotanicalgardens.org, a website maintained by the Friends of the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens.

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5400 N.E. St. James Drive, Port St. Lucie, FL 772-785-5833

The Oxbow Eco-Center is an environmental learning center located on a 225-acre preserve on the North Fork of the St. Lucie River and is where young and old alike can discover the mysterious and hidden life of the forest and river. The preserve at the “Oxbow” is a living laboratory, offering yearround educational programs on a variety of nature-related subjects. At the Oxbow, you can join a naturalist on a guided walk through quiet gardens planted and nurtured by Mother Nature herself, or journey on your own through the verdant and wild sanctuary. The preserve offers a rare glimpse of “the real Florida” - a place where the past and the present come alive in the canopy of the floodplain forest, the scrub and pine flatwoods, and in the primordial swamps and wetlands.

The Oxbow Eco-Center houses an Exhibit Hall and Discovery Room, which invite you to use all your senses, touching various artifacts of nature, listening to bird songs, and seeing some of Florida's native reptiles. The centerpiece exhibit takes you on a journey down the St. Lucie River, one of the most diverse rivers in the state, with more species of fish than any other river in Florida. This life-size exhibit takes you from the river's genesis, all the way to the Atlantic Ocean, visiting both the freshwater environment and the estuary along the way.

You will experience a unique view of the underwater world, where you'll encounter dozens of fish species, including 20 different replicas of fish, several turtles and crustaceans, and even a life-size manatee with her calf. You'll also learn about the land and habitat that surround the river as you gaze up through a created water line to view native Florida plants and animals, including nearly a dozen species of birds. It's an experience you won't want to miss!

For More Information www.stlucieco.gov/erd/oxbow

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vitalia vines

The Bird-of-Paradise Family

O Nan Rothschild Resident Master Gardener mininan1@htcplus.net

ne of my favorite tropical plants is the birdof-paradise. When I moved here full time, I went to the Fort Pierce Green Market one day with Arlene Klein and Sandy Breier. Arlene has many years of tropical gardening experience from living down in Key West. To my delight, someone was selling bird-of-paradise plants and Arlene helped me pick one. I planted it in a pot and several months later it did not seem to be doing well. I decided to transplant it into the ground. As I was transplanting it, the only flower fell off. I tried to not be upset and decided to pick it up and enjoy it in water in a vase inside the house. However, it looked a little strange at the bottom. Imagine my surprise when upon close inspection I discovered that it was a fake flower! Beware, as I’ve seen this trick in several “box” stores around here.

The bird-of-paradise is part of the Strelitziaceae family and is related to the banana family (Musaceae), as well as the broader assemblage (once called Scitaminae) Heliconias, and gingers.

The bird-of-paradise family has large banana-like leaves and bilaterally symmetrical flowers largely enclosed in long, horizontal boat-shaped bracts (modified leaves). The common name derives from the unique flower shape which resembles a bird in flight.

The bird-of-paradise family is native to Africa and Madagascar. The species cultivated in our area are bird-of-paradise, white bird-of-paradise, and Traveler’s Tree (or Palm). Bird-of-paradise makes an attractive landscape plant throughout Florida. It will tolerate temperatures as low as 24°F for a short time; however, freezing temperatures will damage developing flower buds and flowers.

Bird-of-paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) is a commonly cultivated variety with large blue and orange inflorescences. The plants have no trunks and large banana-like leaves rise from the base.

The showy bloom is actually a combination of upright yellow sepals and two blue petals that are visible. It grows up to five feet tall and the plants should be spaced two to five feet apart.

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White bird-of-paradise (Strelitzia Nicolai) grows 15 to 30 feet tall and has large banana-like leaves arranged spirally around a distinct stem. Flowers emerge from boat shaped bracts (modified leaves) with two upright white sepals and two blue petals visible.

Traveler’s Tree or Traveler's Palm (Ravenala Madagascariensis) can grow to 30+ feet. The name refers to the water available in cup-shaped leaf bases. The banana-like leaves are arranged in a flat pattern resembling a fan. The bracts are boat-shaped and overlapping. The white flowers are hidden by the bracts. It is sometimes confused with the white bird-of-paradise; however, the numerous overlapping greenish bracts are arranged flatly in a single plane versus blue toned bracts, and white versus blue and white flowers. It is used in landscaping as a focal point.

Bird-of-paradise grows in moist soil, but does best in fertile, organic soil with good drainage.

It is considered a slow grower. Plants grown in partial shade will be taller and have somewhat larger flowers. In full sun, plants are smaller and flowers are on shorter stems.

When planting, make sure the top of the root ball is no deeper than the soil surface or you will delay flowering. Make sure it receives adequate moisture during the first six months to get established. Dry or soggy conditions will cause leaves to yellow and die. Water frequently during summer and in winter only when the soil is fairly dry. Put mulch around the base, but keep a two to three inch circular area around the stems free of mulch to prevent stem rot.

For best growth and flowering, fertilize every three months. Growing a bird-of-paradise from seed takes three to five years, but bird-ofparadise can be propagated by division which will produce mature, flowering plants in one to two years. Dig up and separate old clumps during late spring or early summer. Bird-of-paradise is relatively pest free. Recommendations for insect and disease management are available from your local extension office.

recipes

Christmas Pretzels Ingredients Small Pretzels Hershey's Kisses (unwrapped) M&M's

Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 200ºF. 2. Top each pretzel with an unwrapped Hershey's Kiss.

3. Place in oven for 10 minutes.

4. Remove and immediately press an M&M into the top of each Hershey's Kiss.

5. Let cool completely.

(If you don't eat them all immediately that is!)

Loaded Oatmeal Cookies Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. 2. In a large mixing bowl beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.

3. Add brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Beat until combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.

4. Beat in egg and vanilla until combined.

Ingredients

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup butter, softened

3/4 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/4 cup flax seed meal

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup wheat germ

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 ounces dark chocolate,

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

finely chopped

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup dried cranberries

1 egg

1/4 cup chopped walnuts,

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

toasted

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5. Beat in flour.

6. Stir in rolled oats, flax seed meal, wheat germ, chocolate, cranberries, and walnuts (dough will be a little crumbly).

7. Drop dough by rounded teaspoons 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.

8. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until tops are lightly browned.

9. Let cookies cool on cookie sheet for 1 minute.

10. Transfer cookies to wire rack to cool. Makes about 30 cookies.

brain games

Holiday Crossword Puzzle 1

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35. A "door" for Santa.

14. Christmas Eve services are held here.

1. The mother of Christ.

36. St. __________.

15. "I'm dreaming of a white ___________."

2. People often mail these to friends and

37. These electric decorations were

16. A colorful decoration often added to the

acquaintances.

introduced as a safe replacement for candles

top of a package.

5. Santa's home and workshop are located

on Christmas trees.

18. Angels announced Jesus' birth to these people.

here.

6. Traditional red-and-white striped candy.

Down

19. These spicy holiday cookies are often

8. Santa's vehicle.

1. Baby Jesus had this for a bed.

shaped as people.

11. A Christmas song.

2. Naughty children may find a lump of this

20. This type of Christmas tree may be used

13. ________ Christmas.

in their stockings.

year after year.

15. If you ________ a live Christmas tree, you

3. "Not a creature was stirring, not even a

21. A round object often hung on a door.

must throw it out after the holidays.

_______."

23. A small person who helps Santa.

17. A treat commonly left for Santa.

4. People who go door to door singing

25. Santa's preferred beverage.

22. They followed a star to find the Christ

Christmas songs.

26. He guided Santa's sleigh one foggy

child.

7. If you _________ a live Christmas tree, you

Christmas Eve.

24. The night before Christmas.

may plant it after the holidays.

28. String this to decorate the Christmas tree.

27. Decorations commonly hung on trees.

9. Another word for present.

30. Old _________ Nicholas.

29. The color of Rudolph's nose.

10. These should be hung by the chimney

31. _______ Christmas!

32. _______ Claus.

with care.

34. One of the three gifts the wise men

33. Kris _________.

12. The animals that travel with Santa.

brought to the Christ child.

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