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Patrick Stewart as Scrooge in TNT’s 1999 made-for-TV adaptation of “A Christmas Carol”

We look back at the many beloved adaptations of Dickens’ Christmas classic as the original masterpiece celebrates its 170th anniversary

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A Christmas Carol: Evolution of a holiday classic Shona Dustan / TV Media

“I have endeavored in this Ghostly little book, to raise the Ghost of an Idea, which shall not put my readers out of humor with themselves, with each other, with the season, or with me. May it haunt their houses pleasantly, and no one wish to lay it.”

this he succeeds. So much so that, 170 years later, millions of people are still entertained by versions of the Dickens classic every Christmas season. The earliest known film adaptation of Dickens’ story was created in 1901. It’s only about five minutes long, and you can actually watch it on YouTube if you’re feeling ambitious. It’s virtually impossible to track down every version of “A Christmas Carol” ever adapted for the screen, but trust me, there’s a lot of them. Of all of the adaptations of “A Christmas Carol,” there are a handful that stand out, and these versions constitute appointment television when they’re aired each year during the Christmas season. First among them is the 1951 British film “Scrooge,” starring Alastair

Sim as the titular meanie. It was released in the U.S. as “A Christmas Carol” but failed to achieve the same level of success as it did in Britain. These days, though, it’s equally popular on both sides of the pond and has attained the status of “classic.” It’s Sim’s portrayal of the grouchy Scrooge that really sets this version apart. Scrooge is a difficult Gene Lockhart and Reginald Owen as Jacob Marley and Ebenezer character to play se- Scrooge in the 1938 film “A Christmas Carol” riously and believvorites. At first glance, just the right amount of ably – taking an audience giddy humor. The film re- Carrey seems a questionwith you on a life-changing ally captures the spirit of able casting choice – the night full of ghosts and Dickens’ story, and its sta- most over-the-top, goofy time travel is no small task, tus as a classic is well comedian of our day playand asking them to believe earned. ing the oh-so-serious and that Scrooge’s sudden and In 2009, Disney released loathsome Ebenezer mighty change of heart is Scrooge? – but in the end, its latest version of “A honest and lasting is tougher still. But Sim does Christmas Carol,” starring he really pulls it off. Part of his success can be attributit with grace, subtlety and Jim Carrey, and it’s the next film on my list of fa- ed to the medium of the

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With these words, Charles Dickens prefaced the short story that would become a Christmas staple. First published 170 years ago, “A Christmas Carol” has been translated into dozens of languages, printed and reprinted hundreds of times, performed in theaters across the globe and has even been adapted into scores of films. Based on his introduction, it seems clear that Dickens’ intent was to inspire us, his readers, to contemplate our lives. In reading the story, we will hopefully assess whether we’re living life to the fullest, living up to our potential and being kind and charitable toward others. Do we relate to Scrooge more easily than we do to Cratchit? If so, maybe we have some work to do. His intent is to inspire in a way that also entertains, and in

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film. Motion-capture animation makes it possible for the character we see to mirror Jim Carrey’s movements exactly, but also allows filmmakers to make adjustments where necessary. I don’t know how many adjustments were made, but I know that not long into the film I’d forgotten it was Carrey I was watching and had lost myself in Dickens’ classic tale. The scary ghost scenes are legitimately scary, and the awful Scrooge is legitimately deplorable in this version, which makes his redemption all the sweeter. This version is larger than life, and it’s one that is sure to be part of many a Christmas tradition for years to come. Next on the list is another Disney classic, “Mickey’s Christmas Carol” (1983). I recall watching this one on television every year growing up, and it’s one I still look for today. This halfhour short was actually nominated for an Academy Award in 1983 (Best Animated Short), and for good reason. Condensing more than 80 pages of source material into a halfhour cartoon is a nearly impossible task, but this

Mickey Mouse version hits every mark just right. It’s clever and fun, and really manages to convey the spirit of Dickens’ work. Plus, unlike the 2009 version, it’s super kid-friendly. Not so kid friendly is 1988’s “Scrooged.” I know it’s not the most faithful of adaptations, but it’s just too good to be left off this list. Bill Murray is in top form as the cynical, cruel television executive, Frank Cross (the Scrooge character), who has squandered his chances for happiness in exchange for money and power. Cross is asked to oversee the broadcast of “A Christmas Carol,” and ensuing events mirror the experiences of Scrooge in that film. Murray manages hilarity while still perfectly embodying the ruthless, heartless television exec. Murray makes Cross’s miraculous change of heart just as funny as his earlier meanness, while at the same time keeping us engaged and invested in the redemption of his character. If you’ve ever liked Bill Murray in a comedy, this is the Christmas movie for you. Finally, my personal favorite is “The Muppet Christmas Carol.” It was

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The Ghost of Christmas Present and Ebenezer Scrooge, both voiced by Jim Carrey, in Disney’s 2009 adaptation of “A Christmas Carol”

the first Jim Henson Productions film to be released after the death of Henson himself, and it’s dedicated to his memory and the memory of fellow puppeteer Richard Hunt – a perfect tribute. The film lays out Dickens’ story with a wonderful mix of feeling and humor (a combination the Muppets are exceptionally good at), and the usually very serious Michael Caine shines in his dramatic/comedic turn as Ebenezer Scrooge. The songs are catchy (you can’t have a Muppet movie without catchy tunes), puns abound and penguins skate through the streets of

London, yet there are also many misty-eyed moments, and Scrooge’s journey has never been so fun or so touching. As with all Muppet films, there are plenty of shenanigans going on in the background – keep your eyes peeled for the kid in the Christmas marching band who clocks his neighbor with his trumpet, earning a headbutt and a scuffle for his efforts. That’s the comedy gem that cracked us kids up every time we watched it (full disclosure: we still watch it every year, and the Muppet slapstick still gets us every time).

This holiday season, 170 years after the story was first published, millions of households will sit down together to watch Dickens’ story unfold, whether in black and white or in Muppet form. I think Dickens would be glad to know that his little story still “haunts our houses pleasantly” year after year. Check your Christmas listings and find out when your favorite version of “A Christmas Carol” airs, or maybe try watching a new one this year – the classic story is sure to get you in the Christmas spirit no matter how you experience it.

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Match-Up

Holiday Match-Up Around the world, different people celebrate Christmas with different traditions. See if you can match the tradition to the country.

a) Australia

1. This country celebrates the Feast of St. Nicholas with traditional baked carp.

b) Austria

2. Christmas is the time when Nisse, a mischievous elf who enjoys playing jokes, gets out and has fun. In order to avoid his worst pranks, families leave a bowl of porridge or rice pudding for Nisse. 3. Here, the main Christmas tradition is called La Posada, a reenactment of Joseph and Mary’s search for shelter.

c) Bulgaria d) Denmark e) Greenland

5. Tiny oil lamps are lit in every house on Christmas Eve in this country. After dinner and Midnight Mass, people fill the streets to dance the Jota, a special dance that has been handed down for centuries. 6. Here, Christmas Eve is the most important holiday, and the people celebrate with a meal of at least 12 dishes, all without meat.

f) Holland

7. Taffy making and caroling (“eisteddfodde”) are an important part of this country’s Christmas tradition.

g) Mexico

8. Here, a little brownie, or ultomten, helps Santa give presents out the good girls and boys.

h) Spain

9. St. Nicholas travels to this country by boat with his little helper, Black Peter.

i) Sweden

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10. Here, flaming plum puddings are a favourite Christmas dessert, and traditionally, a small favour is baked into one pudding. Whoever finds this favour will enjoy good luck this year.

j) Wales Solution:

4. Mattack, whale skin with a bit of blubber on the inside, is eaten at Christmastime here. It’s very tough to chew, but tastes a lot like coconut.

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What’s on TV

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Thursday, Nov. 28 on NBC

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THURSDAY NOVEMBER

1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Family Thanksgiving” (2010, Family) Daphne Zuniga. An attorney bumps her head and wakes up in an alternate reality as a wife and mother. 2 p.m. (NBC) Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons, floats, celebrities and marchers parade through the streets of Manhattan. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. 4:55 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends.

5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Thanksgiving House” (2013) Cerina Vincent. A woman battles with a local historian who wants to tear down her house to study the site. 5:20 p.m. (ENCORE) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 7 p.m. (ABC) A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving The gang celebrates America’s oldest holiday. Includes a bonus Charlie Brown cartoon. (CMT) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing execu-

tive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 8:30 p.m. (ABC) Lady Gaga and the Muppets’ Holiday Spectacular A twist on the classic holiday variety show as Lady Gaga goes backstage with The Muppets. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. (TOON) The Cleveland Show To help pass the time while posing in a nativity scene, Cleveland tells a holiday story. 10:30 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (1998, Family) Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A conniving college student tries desperately to get home in time for Christmas dinner. (HALL) Movie “Come Dance With Me” (2012, Romance) Andrew McCarthy. A financial executive learns to waltz, but falls in love with his dance instructor.

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NOVEMBER 29 11 a.m. (CMT) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Matchmaker Santa” (2012, Romance) Lacey Chabert. A mysterious Santa strands a baker and her boyfriend’s best friend in a small town. 3 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “A Christmas Proposal” (2008, Comedy) Nicole Eggert. A lawyer rethinks his proposals to his job and fiancée while rekindling an old romance. 4 p.m. (ION) Movie “Defending Santa” (2013, Family) Jodie Sweetin. A sheriff arrests a sleeping Santa in the woods on suspicion of a crime he did not commit.

Movie “Jingle All the Way” (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger. A father frantically searches for a lastminute Christmas gift for his son. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down. (LIFE) Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays. 6 p.m. (ION) Movie “A Golden Christmas 3” (2012, Romance) Shantel VanSanten. An unlikely couple fall in love during a production of ‘A Christmas Carol.’ 7 p.m. (ABC) Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas A Grinch steals everything Christmas from the Whos so they can’t celebrate the holiday. (CBS) Hoops and Yoyo Ruin Christmas A comical, pink kitty and a green bunny become accidental stowaways on Santa’s sleigh. (CW) Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer On Christmas Eve, a boy sets out to find his grandmother who mysteriously disappeared. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad. (TBS) Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them. 7:30 p.m. (ABC) Shrek the Halls Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss In Boots and all their fairytale buddies celebrate Christmas. (CBS) The Elf on the Shelf: An Elf’s Story Scout elves help Santa Claus determine who to put on the ‘naughty’ and ‘nice’ lists. 8 p.m. (ION) Movie “My Santa” (2013, Family) Samaire Armstrong. A single mother begins to lose her faith in the magic of Christmas. 8:45 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Christmas in July” (1940, Comedy) Dick Powell. An (TOON)

office clerk enters contests in the hopes of someday winning a fortune. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. (LIFE) Movie “Love at the Christmas Table” (2012, Comedy) Danica McKeller. Two friends who spend Christmas together realize they are meant to be together. (TBS) Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years. 10 p.m. (ION) Movie “Christmas Town” (2008, Family) Nicole De Boer. A single mother visits her father for the holidays and learns he’s not what she remembers. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Richie Rich’s Christmas Wish” (1998, Comedy) David Gallagher. After he is blamed for spoiling Christmas, Richie wishes he had never been born. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad. Midnight (ION) Movie “A Holiday Heist” (2011, Comedy) Lacey Chabert. A group of students are held hostage in the college’s art gallery by a group of thugs.

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NOVEMBER 30 10 a.m. (STARZ) Movie “Bad Santa” (2003, Comedy) Billy Bob Thornton. A conman poses as a mall Santa in order to rip off department stores during the holidays. Noon (TBS) Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them. 12:30 p.m. (TOON) Movie “Jingle All the Way” (1996, Comedy) Arnold Schwarzenegger. A father frantically searches for a last-minute Christmas gift for his son.

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1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love. (LIFE) Movie “Twelve Men of Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Kristin Chenoweth. A high-powered New York public relations executive finds love in a small town in Montana. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. 6 p.m. (TOON) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat” (2003, Family) Mike Myers. A mischievous cat visits siblings when their mother leaves them home alone. 7 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. 8 p.m. (CBS) The Story of Santa Claus A toymaker and his wife are evicted from their small shop by their heartless landlord. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. (LIFE) Movie “The Twelve Trees of Christmas” (2013, Family) Lindy Booth. A woman learns the historic library where she works is scheduled to be demolished. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. 12:30 a.m. (BET) Movie “The Perfect Holiday” (2007, Comedy) Morris Chestnut. A department store Santa helps a young girl find her mother a new husband.

SUNDAY DECEMBER

10 a.m. (LIFE) Movie “Holly’s Holiday” (2012, Comedy) Claire Coffee. A woman is knocked unconcious and when she awakens realizes a mannequin comes to life. Noon (LIFE) Movie “Christmas in Paradise” (2007, Family) Colin Ferguson. Two families take a vacation to an exotic Caribbean island over Christmas. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (2009, Animated) Jim Carrey. Spirits visit Ebenezer Scrooge and show him the errors of his ways by revisiting his life. (ION) Movie “A Golden Christmas 2” (2011, Family) A woman must decide if she wants to rekindle the love she once had for her ex. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. (NICK) Movie “A Fairly Odd Christmas” (2012, Children) Drake Bell. Timmy Turner travels around the world granting kids’ wishes, and stealing Santa’s thunder. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. (ION) Movie “A Golden Christmas 3” (2012, Romance) Shantel VanSanten. An unlikely couple fall in love during a production of ‘A Christmas Carol.’ 4:30 p.m. (NICK) Movie “Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh” (2008, Comedy) Drake Bell. Drake & Josh inadvertently find themselves helping a family have an unforgettable holiday. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. (TOON) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat” (2003, Family) Mike Myers. A mischievous cat visits siblings when their mother leaves them home alone. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises

himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. (ION) Movie “A Christmas Kiss” (2011, Romance) Brendan Fehr. A designer and her assistant vie for a man while decorating his home for the holidays. 7 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. (NICK) Movie “A Fairly Odd Christmas” (2012, Children) Drake Bell. Timmy Turner travels around the world granting kids’ wishes, and stealing Santa’s thunder. (TBS) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 8 p.m. (ABC) Movie “Christmas in Conway” (2013, Drama) Mandy Moore. A man decides the perfect Christmas present for his wife is a ride on a Ferris wheel. 8:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. (TBS) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 10 p.m. (ION) Movie “My Santa” (2013, Family) Samaire Armstrong. A single mother begins to lose her faith in the magic of Christmas. 11 p.m. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. Midnight (ION) Movie “A Nanny for Christmas” (2010, Comedy) Dean Cain. An advertising executive loses her job at a powerful firm just before the holidays.

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MONDAY DECEMBER

1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike. 5 p.m. (FAM) Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A

young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. (LIFE) Movie “On Strike for Christmas” (2010, Family) Daphne Zuniga. A mother goes on strike when all her family takes her for granted at Christmas time. 5:30 p.m. (FAM) Mickey’s Christmas Carol The three ghosts of Christmas visit Scrooge McDuck to teach him the spirit of the holiday. 7 p.m. (ABC) A Charlie Brown Christmas Charlie Brown and his Peanut pal, Linus, search for the true meaning of Christmas. (CMT) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun.

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Wednesday, Dec. 4 on ABC Family

omedy legend Bill Murray shines in “Scrooged,” an off-beat retelling of the classic story “A Christmas Carol.” Murray plays Frank Cross, a mean, embittered TV network executive who makes the lives of his underlings miserable. Dickensian ghosts take Cross through his past to re-experience all his terrible decisions, to his present to see how his stinginess affects others, and to his future to see how sad his life becomes. Cross begins to see the error of his ways, and must right the wrongs he’s done to stop the ghosts’ predictions from coming to pass. Movie “It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas” (2002, Children) Whoopi

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Goldberg. Kermit tries to save the Muppet theater from the bank owners who plan to demolish it. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (GAC) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most deckedout holiday homes and stores. (HALL) Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmasthemed town. (LIFE) Movie “The Twelve Trees of Christmas” (2013, Family) Lindy Booth. A woman learns the historic library where she works is scheduled to be demolished. 8 p.m. (ABC) CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest superstars join together to celebrate the holidays. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender. 10 p.m. (GAC) Year ‘Round Christmas Profiling people who are overflowing with the spirit of Christmas all year long. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (GAC) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most deckedout holiday homes and stores.

Movie “Gift of the Magi” (2010, Drama) Marla Sokoloff. A couple decides not to exchange Christmas presents to save money over the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “The Twelve Trees of Christmas” (2013, Family) Lindy Booth. A woman learns the historic library where she works is scheduled to be demolished. (HALL)

TUESDAY DECEMBER

11 a.m. Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Love’s Christmas Journey” (2011, Romance) Ellie Davis. A woman’s brother goes missing while she’s visiting him during the Christmas holiday. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Love’s Christmas Journey” (2011, Romance) Ellie Davis. A woman’s brother goes missing while she’s visiting him during the Christmas holiday. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (HALL) Movie “Once Upon a Christmas” (2000, Family) Kathy Ireland. Santa’s daughters must infuse a family with holiday spirit or lose Christmas forever. (LIFE) Movie “An Accidental Christmas” (2007, Drama) Cynthia Gibb. Two children formulate a plan to bring their separated parents together over the holidays. 7 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (HALL) Movie “Help for the Holidays” (2012, Family) Summer Glau. An elf sets (CMT)

out to teach her new employers what it means to be a family at Christmas time. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde. A woman in need of work takes a job helping people in distress. 8 p.m. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. (HIST) A Very Shelby Christmas 10 p.m. (HIST) The Real Story of Christmas Grab some eggnog and learn the true origins of our Christmas traditions. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas Angel” (2009, Comedy) K.C. Clyde. A woman in need of work takes a job helping people in distress. Midnight (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special.

WEDNESDAY

DECEMBER 4 10 a.m. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Visitor” (2002, Drama) Meredith Baxter. A visitor enters the lives of grieving parents to help them remember the joy of Christmas. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. (HALL) Movie “Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001, Family) John Dye. Santa’s daughter, Kristin Claus, has lost her memory and does not know who her father is. 7 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. (LIFE) Movie “Kristin’s Christmas Past” (2013, Family) Shiri Appleby. A woman wakes up seventueen years into her past Christmas day. (NBC) Christmas in Rockefeller Center Celebrate the lighting of the world’s most famous Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center.

8 p.m. (NBC) Saturday Night Live Christmas A compilation of fan-favorite holiday sketches. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. (LIFE) Movie “All About Christmas Eve” (2012, Romance) Haylie Duff. A party planner needs to choose between a vacation and a huge event. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Dog Who Saved Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Mario Lopez. A guard dog reaches his full potential when his house is broken into during the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “Kristin’s Christmas Past” (2013, Family) Shiri Appleby. A woman wakes up seventueen years into her past Christmas day. Midnight (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near.

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1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Karroll’s Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Tom Everett Scott. The Christmas ghosts end up at the wrong house and Allen Karroll is taken on a ride. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Dog Who Saved Christmas” (2009, Comedy) Mario Lopez. A guard dog reaches his full potential when his house is broken into during the holidays. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. 5 p.m. (FAM) Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the missing baby new year, before midnight on New Year’s Eve. (HALL) Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve.

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3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. An angel-to-be must earn her wings by watching over a despondent man and his daughter. 5 p.m. (FAM) Frosty’s Winter Wonderland The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become. (LIFE) Movie “Merry In-Laws” (2012, Romance) George Wendt. A newly engaged woman learns that her soon-tobe in-laws are Mr. And Mrs. Claus. 6 p.m. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album.

7 p.m. (CBS) Frosty the Snowman Pursued by a greedy magician and rising temperatures, Frosty sets off for the North Pole. (HALL) Movie “The Three Gifts” (2009, Drama) Dean Cain. A couple houses three orphan boys over the holidays as their orphanage gets renovated. (HGTV) Celebrity Holiday Homes Christina Milian’s home becomes a winter wonderland; Joely Fisher gets a holiday makeover. (LIFE) Movie “Finding Mrs. Claus” (2012, Drama) Mira Sorvino. Mrs. Clause heads to Las Vegas to help a little girl with her Christmas wish. (TBS) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 7:30 p.m. (CBS) Yes, Virginia The heartwarming tale of a little girl who wants to know if Santa Claus really exists. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus” (2004, Family) Steve Guttenberg. Santa worries about turning over the reigns to his son, Nick, who hasn’t yet found a wife. (LIFE) Movie “The Real St. Nick” (2012, Family) Torrey DeVitto. A woman saves a man in a Santa Clause suit during an earthquake. (TBS) Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Prancer” (1989, Family) Sam Elliott. A girl finds an injured reindeer and decides to nurse it until she can return it to Santa. (LIFE) Movie “Finding Mrs. Claus” (2012, Drama) Mira Sorvino. Mrs. Clause heads to Las Vegas to help a little girl with her Christmas wish.

SATURDAY

DECEMBER 7 11:30 a.m. (FAM) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas. 1:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (2009, Animated) Jim Carrey. Spirits visit Ebenezer Scrooge and show him the errors of his ways by revisiting his life. 2 p.m. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create overthe-top holiday displays. 3 p.m. (GAC) Holiday Inc. Iconic sites around New York City are transformed for the holidays. (LIFE) Movie “Finding Mrs. Claus” (2012, Drama) Mira Sorvino. Mrs. Clause heads to Las Vegas to help a little girl with her Christmas wish. 3:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 4 p.m. (TBN) Just Where I Belong A lonely child discovers and injured bunny on Christmas Eve. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Brooke Burns. A single mom who has

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lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers battle for a place among the stars at the Hollywood Christmas Parade. (TLC) More Crazy Christmas Lights A search for the best Christmas lights on display from coast to coast. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas in the City” (2013, Family) John Prescott. A woman tries to bring out the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. (NBC) Christmas in Rockefeller Center Celebrate the lighting of the world’s most famous Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. 9 p.m. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (LIFE) Movie “Kristin’s Christmas Past” (2013, Family) Shiri Appleby. A woman wakes up seventueen years into her past Christmas day. 10 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (TBN) Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill. Christmas has not been the same for a young woman since her father left. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care.

Movie “Christmas in the City” (2013, Family) John Prescott. A woman tries to bring out the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. Midnight (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (LIFE)

SUNDAY

DECEMBER 8 10 a.m. (HALL) Hoops and Yoyo Ruin Christmas A comical, pink kitty and a green bunny become accidental stowaways on Santa’s sleigh. (ION) Movie “A Golden Christmas 3” (2012, Romance) Shantel VanSanten. An unlikely couple fall in love during a production of ‘A Christmas Carol.’ 10:30 a.m. (HALL) Jingle All the Way A Husky puppy looking for a home at a Christmas tree farm bonds with a young boy. 11 a.m. (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby” (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter, Mary Class, tries to makeover Christmas when her father gets sick. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. (TCM) Movie “It Happened on Fifth Avenue” (1947, Comedy) Don DeFore. While a family is away for Christmas, a hobo and his friends live in their mansion. 1 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe” (2009, Family) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter is torn between taking over the family business and running her own firm. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. (TCM) Movie “Scrooge” (1970, Musical) Albert Finney. Three spirits visit Scrooge, a miserable man soured on the meaning of Christmas. 2 p.m. (ION) Movie “My Santa” (2013, Family) Samaire Armstrong. A single mother begins to lose her faith in the magic of Christmas. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer

she believes to be someone who’s passed. (TBS) Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas A Grinch steals everything Christmas from the Whos so they can’t celebrate the holiday. 2:30 p.m. (TBS) Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. 3 p.m. (FAM) Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart. A young woman relives the same first date on Christmas Eve over and over again. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. 4 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “Kristin’s Christmas Past” (2013, Family) Shiri Appleby. A woman wakes up seventueen years into her past Christmas day. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Mistle-Tones” (2012, Musical) Tia Mowry-Hardict. A young singer creates her own musical Christmas group after losing a spot in another. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. (TBS) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 6 p.m. (ION) Movie “A Christmas Wedding Date” (2012, Romance) Marla Sokoloff. A woman faces difficulties when she returns home for a friend’s Christmas wedding. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas in the City” (2013, Family) John Prescott. A woman tries to bring out the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. (TRAVEL) Jingle Brawls We crisscrossed America to find the most amazing Christmas celebrations imaginable. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. (TBS) Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last.

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here’s always been a rift between brothers Fred (Vince Vaughn) and Nick Claus (Paul Giamatti). While Nick – who has grown up to be Santa Claus – can do no wrong, Fred is always being berated or belittled for some decision or another. But while Fred visits the North Pole, trouble strikes in the form of an efficiency expert out to ruin Christmas (Kevin Spacey) and Santa suffers an unfortunate injury. Fred must step up and save the day in “Fred Claus,” a fun family comedy that will get you in the holiday spirit. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. (TBS) Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last. 10 p.m. (ION) Movie “A Christmas Kiss” (2011, Romance) Brendan Fehr. A designer and her assistant vie for a man while decorating his home for the holidays.

Movie “Christmas in the City” (2013, Family) John Prescott. A woman tries to bring out the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. 11:30 p.m. (TBN) Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life. Midnight (ION) Movie “Defending Santa” (2013, Family) Jodie Sweetin. A sheriff arrests a sleeping Santa in the woods on suspicion of a crime he did not commit. (LIFE)

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an (Ethan Erickson) faces unemployment and singledom as his business goes bankrupt and his wife leaves him just in time for the holiday season. Frustrated and depressed, Dan wants nothing more than to win his family back, but doesn’t know how. A chance meeting with a jolly man named Kris and his executive assistant, Eddie (Sean Astin) sparks a series of events that culminates with Dan filling in for an absent Santa at the North Pole. “The Santa Switch” is a feel-good tale of redemption and self-discovery as Dan begins to realize that Christmas isn’t just about gifts.

MONDAY DECEMBER

10 a.m. (HGTV) Celebrity Holiday Homes Lisa Lampanelli, Tamara Tunie and Haylie Duff get their homes decorated for Christmas. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Eve’s Christmas” (2004, Drama) Cheryl Ladd. An executive about to become a partner in her firm re-evaluates her life on Christmas Eve.

4 p.m. (FOOD) The Pioneer Woman Ree has invited a crowd of friends over for a festive holiday get-together. 5 p.m. (GAC) Year ‘Round Christmas Profiling people who are overflowing with the spirit of Christmas all year long. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 5:30 p.m. (EWTN) Solemn Mass of the Immaculate Conception From EWTN 7 p.m. (ABC) Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Fred Astaire narrates the timeless tale of how Kris Kringle grew up to become Santa Claus. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises him-

self as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. (HALL) Movie “Naughty or Nice” (2012, Drama) Hilarie Burton. A young woman receives a book that reveals the good and bad about everyone in her life. 8 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight Twenty families from across America decorate their homes to the extreme for Christmas. (CW) Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special Po is caught between family traditions and warrior duties when he hosts the Winter Feast. (FOX) Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas Sid travels to the North Pole after Manny convinces him he is on Santa’s naughty list. 8:30 p.m. (CW) Merry Madagascar Santa and his reindeer crash into Madagascar and the animals needs to save Christmas. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. 9:30 p.m. (FAM) Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Grinches The Cat in the Hat The Cat in the Hat must save the world from the evil Grinch. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Snow” (2004, Family) Tom Cavanagh. A young man with a toy delivery business sets out to rescue a reindeer before Christmas. (HALL) Movie “A Town Without Christmas” (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton. A reporter and a novelist try to locate a child who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa.

TUESDAY

DECEMBER 10 Noon (FOOD) Sandra’s Money Saving Meals Sandra makes a holiday feast that will leave money left over for holiday shopping. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Baby’s First Christmas” (2012, Romance) Casper Van Dien. Feuding colleagues must learn to get along in time for their nephew’s birth on Christmas. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Naughty or Nice” (2012, Drama) Hilarie Burton. A young woman receives a book that re-

veals the good and bad about everyone in her life. 5 p.m. (FAM) A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy and must find another for his Christmas concert. 5:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. 8 p.m. (FAM) The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas. 9 p.m. (FAM) Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Fred Astaire narrates the timeless tale of how Kris Kringle grew up to become Santa Claus. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Snowglobe” (2007, Family) Lorraine Bracco. A mystical snow globe transports Angela into an idyllic Christmas winter wonderland. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Incident” (2010, Family) James Cosmo. Santa is marooned in a small town when his sleigh is mistaken for a UFO.

WEDNESDAY

DECEMBER 11 1 p.m. (HALL) The Hollywood Christmas Parade Movie and TV stars, bands, floats and Santa Claus make their way down Hollywood Blvd. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays. (GAC) Over the Top Holiday Outrageous, quirky, and over-the-top holiday displays.

Movie “Matchmaker Santa” (2012, Romance) Lacey Chabert. A mysterious Santa strands a baker and her boyfriend’s best friend in a small town. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. 9 p.m. (NBC) Kelly Clarkson’s (Cautionary) Christmas Tale Kelly Clarkson learns the true meaning of Christmas while performing songs from her album. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays. Midnight (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. (HALL)

THURSDAY

DECEMBER 12 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Song” (2012, Family) Natasha Henstridge. The fate of two music teachers is to be decided in a city-wide Christmas carol contest. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. 8:30 p.m. (NBC) The Michael J. Fox Show Mike and Annie’s awesome gift exchange hits a snag when Mike learns he has to work. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin.

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A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart. A young woman relives the same first date on Christmas Eve over and over again. (HALL) Movie “A Very Merry Mix-Up” (2013, Romance) Alicia Witt. A woman forms a bond with a family that she is accidentally landed with over the holidays.

FRIDAY

DECEMBER 13 11 a.m. (TRAVEL) Jingle Brawls We crisscrossed America to find the most amazing Christmas celebrations imaginable. 1 p.m. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers compete to have their cupcakes at the opening night of The Nutcracker. (HALL) Movie “Cancel Christmas” (2010, Family) Judd Nelson. Santa must teach two incorrigible children the importance of charity. 2 p.m. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers battle for a place among the stars at the Hollywood Christmas Parade. 3 p.m. (FAM) Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole. (HALL) Movie “A Very Merry Mix-Up” (2013, Romance) Alicia Witt. A woman forms a bond with a family that she is accidentally landed with over the holidays. 5 p.m. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create overthe-top holiday displays. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays. (HGTV) Celebrity Holiday Homes Kendra, Kathy Najimy and Tiffani Thiessen get their homes decorated for Christmas. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed.

9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Santa” (2011, Drama) Amy Acker. A young woman finds a letter from a girl asking for a new wife for her dad. 11 p.m. (LIFE) Movie “Dear Secret Santa” (2013, Drama) Tatyana Ali. A woman receives Christmas cards from an admirer she believes to be someone who’s passed.

SATURDAY

DECEMBER 14 10:30 a.m. (FAM) Movie “Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas” (2004, Family) Voices of Wayne Allwine. Mickey, Minnie and Santa Claus attempt to teach Donald the true meaning of Christmas. 11 a.m. (FOOD) Rachael Ray’s Easy Holiday Feast Rachael shares a festive meal for a crowd with everything but the stress. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. (LIFE) Movie “On Strike for Christmas” (2010, Family) Daphne Zuniga. A mother goes on strike when all her family takes her for granted at Christmas time. Noon (FAM) Mickey’s Christmas Carol The three ghosts of Christmas visit Scrooge McDuck to teach him the spirit of the holiday. 2 p.m. (TRAVEL) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. 4 p.m. (TBN) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner. Moved by an anonymous Christmas

card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender. (LIFE) Movie “Christmas in the City” (2013, Family) John Prescott. A woman tries to bring out the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late. 6 p.m. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers battle for a place among the stars at the Hollywood Christmas Parade. (TLC) Extreme Christmas Trees Captures the anticipation, excitement and joy embodied by the ultimate Christmas icon. 7 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight Twenty families from across America decorate their homes to the extreme for Christmas. (CBS) Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer A young reindeer and an elf search for a home where they will be accepted as they are. (FOOD) Cupcake Wars Four bakers compete to have their cupcakes at the opening night of The Nutcracker. (NBC) Movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946, Drama) James Stewart. An angel shows a suicidal banker how important he has been in the lives of others. 8 p.m. (ABC) CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest superstars join together to celebrate the holidays. (CBS) Frosty the Snowman Pursued by a greedy magician and rising temperatures, Frosty sets off for the North Pole. (TLC) Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit Christmas lighting enthusiasts and see their glorious and elaborate displays. 8:30 p.m. (CBS) Frosty Returns A little girl tries to keep Frosty from melting when a snow-removing spray is invented. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. (LIFE) Movie “A Snow Globe Christmas” (2013, Romance) Christina Milian. A woman wakes up in a snow globe; trying to escape she begins to find happiness. (TLC) Invasion of the Christmas Lights Visit six homes in the U.S. where wizards of light put on holiday displays that dazzle. 10 p.m. (TBN) Movie “Love’s Christmas Journey” (2011, Romance) Ellie Davis. A

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n the animated Christmas classic “Frosty the Snowman,” a discarded magic top hat brings a snowman to life. As Frosty and the kids who made him frolic and play, the sinister magician, Professor Hinkle, pursues them in hopes of reclaiming his magic hat. Soon the temperature begins to rise, and the children decide to head for the North Pole in the interest of keeping Frosty from melting. Their journey is perilous, but with the help of Santa Claus, they may just be able to pull it off.

woman’s brother goes missing while she’s visiting him during the Christmas holiday. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl.

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DECEMBER 15 10 a.m. (FAM) Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice Wayne and his estranged brother, Lanny, race to recover classified North Pole technology. 10:30 a.m. (FAM) Mickey’s Christmas Carol The three ghosts of Christmas visit Scrooge McDuck to teach him the spirit of the holiday.

11 a.m. (FAM) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (1991, Comedy/Drama) Jamey Sheridan. A divorced couple’s two children scheme to get them back together for Christmas. 11:15 a.m. (TCM) Movie “Holiday Affair” (1949, Drama) Robert Mitchum. A man offers to buy a model train set for a boy whose mother cannot afford it. 1 p.m. (FAM) Movie “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (1998, Family) Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A conniving college student tries desperately to get home in time for Christmas dinner. (TCM) Movie “The Bishop’s Wife” (1947, Comedy) Cary Grant. An angel comes to Earth to help a bishop and his wife raise funds to build a new church. 2 p.m. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special.

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Jesus of Nazareth An epic chronicle of Christ. Midnight (TBS) Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years. (TBN)

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njoy the magical holiday adventure of “The Polar Express,” based on the classic book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a young boy starts to doubt that Santa exists, he stays up late on Christmas Eve to wait for him. Suddenly, a magical train arrives to take him to the North Pole, marking the start of an incredible journey that will change the boy forever. This motion capture, computer-animated film stars Tom Hanks in many roles, and was helmed by acclaimed director Robert Zemeckis. 3 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. (TBS) Movie “This Christmas” (2007, Comedy) Delroy Lindo. A drama centered around the Whitfield family’s first holiday together in four years. 6 p.m. (TRAVEL) Xtreme Christmas Viewers see America’s most unusual, wild, wacky and bizarre Christmas celebrations. 7 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host

to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas. (HGTV) White House Christmas 2013 An exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at how the White House is decorated for the holidays. 8 p.m. (ION) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2013, Family) Melissa Sagemiller. A woman is given a gift to listen to every unspoken thought of people around her. 9 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (HALL) Movie “Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus” (2004, Family) Steve Guttenberg. Santa worries about turning over the reigns to his son, Nick, who hasn’t yet found a wife.

11 a.m. (FOOD) The Pioneer Woman Ree has invited a crowd of friends over for a festive holiday get-together. 11:30 a.m. (TBN) Christmas Star An investigation into the cosmic event that drew the Wise Men to the birthplace of Christ. 12:30 p.m. (FOOD) Ten Dollar Dinners Melissa helps herself to delicious savings with this wallet-friendly holiday menu. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Mistletoe Over Manhattan” (2011, Family) Tricia Helfer. When Santa considers retirement, Mrs. Claus tries to prove that his work still brings joy. 2 p.m. (FOOD) Rachael Ray’s Easy Holiday Feast Rachael shares a festive meal for a crowd with everything but the stress. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001, Family) John Dye. Santa’s daughter, Kristin Claus, has lost her memory and does not know who her father is. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Help for the Holidays” (2012, Family) Summer Glau. An elf sets out to teach her new employers what it means to be a family at Christmas time. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (TBN) Aaron Neville Seasonal music. 7 p.m. (ABC) Prep and Landing When an elf gets upset, his partner must remind him of the real meaning of Christmas. (CW) Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer On Christmas Eve, a boy sets out to find his grandmother who mysteriously disappeared. 7:30 p.m. (ABC) Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice Wayne and his es-

tranged brother, Lanny, race to recover classified North Pole technology. 8 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. 8:30 p.m. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album. 9 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. (HALL) Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmasthemed town. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. 10 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. 10:30 p.m. (TBN) A Christian Ebner Christmas Featuring engaging carols and arrangements to get you in the holiday spirit. 11 p.m. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (HALL) Movie “Karroll’s Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Tom Everett Scott. The Christmas ghosts end up at the wrong house and Allen Karroll is taken on a ride. Midnight (FAM) Disney’s Prep and Landing Elves known as Prep & Landing prepare homes around the world for Santa’s arrival. 12:30 a.m. (FAM) Prep and Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice Wayne and his estranged brother, Lanny, race to recover classified North Pole technology.

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DECEMBER 17 11:30 a.m. (TBN) Message in a Baby The Annie Moses band performs Christmas Music. Noon (FAM) Movie “Prancer” (1989, Family) Sam Elliott. A girl finds an injured reindeer and decides to nurse it until she can return it to Santa. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Suit” (2010, Comedy) Kevin Sorbo. The president of a marketing firm is turned into a Santa lookalike. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (1998, Family) Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A conniving college student tries desperately to get home in time for Christmas dinner. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. 4:30 p.m. (FOOD) Trisha’s Southern Kitchen Trisha’s friend and her daughters prepare cookies for the annual holiday cookie swap. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. (TCM) Movie “Holiday Affair” (1949, Drama) Robert Mitchum. A man offers to buy a model train set for a boy whose mother cannot afford it. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 8:45 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Remember the Night” (1940, Romance) Barbara Stanwyck. A shoplifter’s life is changed when

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she is placed in a compassionate lawyer’s care. 9 p.m. (TBN) King of Kings The Jews suffer under King Herod but the arrival of Jesus offers them hope. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” (1998, Family) Jonathan Taylor Thomas. A conniving college student tries desperately to get home in time for Christmas dinner. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. Midnight (TBN) Dottie Rambo Christmas Seasonal music.

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 18 10 a.m. (FAM) Movie “The MistleTones” (2012, Musical) Tia Mowry-Hardict. A young singer creates her own musical Christmas group after losing a spot in another. 10:30 a.m. (TBN) Movie “Our First Christmas” (2008, Drama) John Ratzenberger. Two widows try to please their children so the two families can spend Christmas together. Noon (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby” (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter, Mary Class, tries to makeover Christmas when her father gets sick. (FOOD) Rachael Ray’s Easy Holiday Feast Rachael shares a festive meal for a crowd with everything but the stress. (TBN) Crabb Family Christmas Seasonal music from the Crabb Family. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby 2: Christmas Maybe” (2009, Family) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter is torn between taking over the family business and running her own firm. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Once Upon a Christmas” (2000, Family) Kathy Ireland. Santa’s daughters must infuse a family with holiday spirit or lose Christmas forever. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a

magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. 6 p.m. (FAM) Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too! Pooh and Piglet play Santa when their Christmas letter doesn’t make it to the North Pole. (GAC) Over the Top Holiday Outrageous, quirky, and over-the-top holiday displays. 6:30 p.m. (FAM) Mickey’s Christmas Carol The three ghosts of Christmas visit Scrooge McDuck to teach him the spirit of the holiday. 7 p.m. (CW) iHeartRadio Jingle Ball A star studded concert for the holidays, featuring Miley Cyrus, Robin Thicke and more. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create over-the-top holiday displays. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. (NBC) Michael Bublé’s 3rd Annual Christmas Special Grammy Award winner Michael Bublé will deliver some of his most popular songs. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Santa Baby” (2006, Comedy) Jenny McCarthy. Santa’s daughter, Mary Class, tries to makeover Christmas when her father gets sick. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create over-the-top holiday displays. (HALL) Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care. Midnight (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near.

THURSDAY DECEMBER 19 11 a.m. (FAM) Movie “12 Dates of Christmas” (2011, Comedy) Amy Smart. A young woman relives the same first

date on Christmas Eve over and over again. Noon (FOOD) Semi-Homemade With Sandra Lee Sandra and her sister make a holiday meal starting with macadamia nut-crusted goat cheese. 1 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Holiday in Handcuffs” (2007, Comedy) Melissa Joan Hart. A woman kidnaps a handsome guy to take home to her parents during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “Lucky Christmas” (2011, Drama) Elizabeth Berkley. A woman’s car is stolen with a winning lottery ticket inside, and the thief falls for her. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Wishing Tree” (2012, Family) Jason Gedrick. A professor brings students together through a Christmas tree decorated with wishes. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) God Came Near Based on Max Lucado’s beloved book, God Came Near. 4 p.m. (TBN) Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. 5:30 p.m. (TBN) Dottie Rambo Christmas Seasonal music. 7 p.m. (ABC) A Charlie Brown Christmas Charlie Brown and his Peanut pal, Linus, search for the true meaning of Christmas. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. (TCM) Movie “Scrooge” (1970, Musical) Albert Finney. Three spirits visit Scrooge, a miserable man soured on the meaning of Christmas. 7:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas.

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n this adaptation of “A Christmas Carol,” the mean and compassionless Ebenezer Scrooge (Patrick Stewart) hates Christmas and everything it stands for. As if trying to prove his curmudgeonly spirit cannot be lightened by Christmas cheer, Scrooge denies his best employee, Bob Cratchit (Richard E. Grant), time off for the holidays. As he reaches his all-time meanest, Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future, who go to extremes to help him see the error of his ways.

Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 10:30 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Scrooge” (1935, Family) Sir Seymour Hicks. Scrooge is visited by three Christmas ghosts, who teach him about charity and compassion. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. Midnight (TCM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1938, Drama) Reginald Owen. (TCM)

Ebeneezer Scrooge learns a lesson in charity after a visit from three spirits.

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DECEMBER 20 10 a.m. (FAM) Movie “Christmas DoOver” (2006, Family) Jay Mohr. A man is forced to relive one terrible Christmas with his ex-wife over and over again. 12:30 p.m. (TBN) My Christmas Soldier The story of an 11-year-old boy whose courage transcends fear and hatred. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady.

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eanuts’ made-for-TV specials are holiday staples, and “I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown” is no exception. Envying the relationship between Snoopy and Charlie Brown, Rerun decides he wants his own dog for Christmas, and asks Santa to bring him a puppy. Unfortunately, the rest of his family don’t feel he’s ready to take care of a dog, so Rerun resorts to spending time with Snoopy and the beagle’s brother, Spike. It soon becomes plain, though, that owning a dog can be a lot of trouble.

A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. 4:30 p.m. (FAM) Frosty’s Winter Wonderland The children build Frosty a companion out of snow after noticing how sad he has become. 5 p.m. (FAM) A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy and must find another for his Christmas concert. (GAC) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most deckedout holiday homes and stores. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A wom-

Christmas in Washington Celebrities and dignitaries gather for holiday performances by popular musical artists. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (TNT) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1999, Drama) Patrick Stewart. A miserly old man is visited by three ghosts in order to learn the meaning of Christmas. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Moonlight and Mistletoe” (2008, Drama) Tom Arnold. A woman must return to her hometown of Santaville to help her father. (TBN) Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life. 10 p.m. (TNT) Christmas in Washington Celebrities and dignitaries gather for holiday performances by popular musical artists. 10:30 p.m. (TBN) Vicki Yohe Christmas From Holyland Seasonal music. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Chasing Christmas” (2005, Comedy) Tom Arnold. The Ghost of Christmas Past escapes and leaves his subject trapped in his past. (HALL) Movie “Santa Jr.” (2002, Comedy) Nick Stabile. Santa’s adult son learns the spirit of Christmas when he takes over the family business. (TNT) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1999, Drama) Patrick Stewart. A miserly old man is visited by three ghosts in order to learn the meaning of Christmas. (TNT)

an, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 5:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 7 p.m. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband.

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DECEMBER 21 10:30 a.m. (FAM) Rudolph and Frosty’s Christmas in July During a July vacation, Rudolph and Frosty find themselves in danger. 11 a.m. (TCM) Movie “Bush Christmas” (1947, Drama) Chips Rafferty. On their way home from school five children encounter horse thieves. Noon (TNT) Movie “Nothing Like the Holidays” (2008, Comedy/Drama) Alfred Molina. A Puerto Rican family spends a Christmas together, facing the fact it may be their last. 12:30 p.m. (FAM) The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time

off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas. 1 p.m. (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create overthe-top holiday displays. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. 1:30 p.m. (FAM) Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Fred Astaire narrates the timeless tale of how Kris Kringle grew up to become Santa Claus. 1:45 p.m. (TNT) Movie “Surviving Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Ben Affleck. A lonely, wealthy executive pays a family to let him spend Christmas with them. 2 p.m. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (TRAVEL) Jingle Brawls We crisscrossed America to find the most amazing Christmas celebrations imaginable. 2:30 p.m. (FAM) A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy and must find another for his Christmas concert. 3 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas. (TRAVEL) Xtreme Christmas Viewers see America’s most unusual, wild, wacky and bizarre Christmas celebrations. 3:30 p.m. (TNT) Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. 4 p.m. (TBN) Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill. Christmas has not been the same for a young woman since her father left. 5 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing execu-

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tive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 6 p.m. (TLC) Invasion of the Christmas Lights 3: Europe We criss-cross the European continent to chronicle extreme Christmas lighting enthusiasts. 7 p.m. (ABC) I Want a Dog for Christmas, Charlie Brown Linus and Lucy’s younger brother, ReRun, asks Snoopy to invite his brother Spike to visit. Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son.

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Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays.

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Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits. 9:30 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Christmas Eve” (1947, Drama) George Raft. A rich spinster’s greedy nephew attempts legal action to take her estate. 10:30 p.m. (TNT) Movie “Fred Claus” (2007, Comedy) Paul Giamatti. Santa bails his criminal brother out of jail and brings him to the North Pole. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The MistleTones” (2012, Musical) Tia Mowry-Hardict. A young singer creates her own musical Christmas group after losing a spot in another. Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. An angel-tobe must earn her wings by watching over a despondent man and his daughter.

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11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas. Noon (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays. (TCM) Movie “Christmas in Connecticut” (1945, Comedy/Drama) Barbara Stanwyck. A promotional stunt threatens to expose a columnist’s fictitious housekeeping skills. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. 3 p.m. (ABC) CMA Country Christmas Country’s biggest superstars join together to celebrate the holidays. (FOOD) Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Guy Fieri heads up to North Pole, Alaska, for all kinds of Christmas favorites. (HALL) Movie “Christmas Magic” (2011, Drama) Lindy Booth. An angel-tobe must earn her wings by watching over a despondent man and his daughter. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost.

5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Naughty or Nice” (2012, Drama) Hilarie Burton. A young woman receives a book that reveals the good and bad about everyone in her life. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Card” (2006, Drama) Edward Asner. Moved by an anonymous Christmas card, Captain Cody Cullen searches for the card’s sender. (TNT) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 8:30 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. The Grinch disguises himself as Santa to steal Christmas from the people of Whoville. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Hitched for the Holidays” (2012, Romance) Joey Lawrence. A man and woman agree to pose as each other’s significant other to their families. (TNT) Movie “Four Christmases” (2009, Comedy) Vince Vaughn. A couple struggles to spend Christmas with all four of their divorced parents. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “November Christmas” (2010, Drama) John Corbett. Neighbors band together to create Halloween and Christmas moments for a sick girl. 12:30 a.m. (TBN) Jason Crabb Christmas At HLE Seasonal music.

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DECEMBER 23 11 a.m. (TBN) Movie “The Perfect Gift” (2009, Drama) Jefferson Moore. A teenaged girl has a chance encounter with a man who changes the course of her life. Noon (FAM) Movie “Deck the Halls” (2006, Comedy) Danny de Vito. Two feuding neighbors try to prove to the other that he has more holiday spirit. (FOOD) Sandra’s Money Saving Meals The holidays are here so let Sandra Lee show you how to prepare a picture perfect feast. (GAC) Year ‘Round Christmas Profiling people who are overflowing with the spirit of Christmas all year long. 1 p.m. (GAC) Christmas Crazy We dash from coast-to-coast to find the most decked-out holiday homes and stores. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wedding Tail” (2011, Comedy) Shawn Ardalan. Two dog owners owners fall in love and it’s up to the pets to perform a Christmas miracle. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (2009, Animated) Jim Carrey. Spirits visit Ebenezer Scrooge and show him the errors of his ways by revisiting his life. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. 4 p.m. (FAM) Jack Frost Jack Frost wants to leave his North Pole existence and become human. (FOOD) The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond celebrates the holiday season on the ranch serving up her down-home classics. 4:30 p.m. (FX) Two and a Half Men Charlie’s preparations for his Christmas Eve date are hampered by unexpected guests. 5 p.m. (FAM) Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town Fred Astaire narrates the timeless tale of how Kris Kringle grew up to become Santa Claus. (TCM) Movie “Scrooge” (1970, Musical) Albert Finney. Three spirits visit Scrooge, a miserable man soured on the meaning of Christmas.

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ith a push from Donkey (Eddie Murphy), Shrek (Mike Meyers) promises his wife, Fiona (Cameron Diaz), a very special Christmas surprise in “Shrek The Halls.” What the loveable ogre hopes will be a nice, peaceful Christmas celebration with his family turns into a disaster when Puss in Boots (Antonio Banderas) and Donkey turn up with their families in tow. When Shrek loses his temper and evicts his friends, he must find a way to regain the Christmas spirit and win back his family and friends.

6 p.m. (FAM) The Year Without a Santa Claus Santa decides to take time off because he feels people have lost the spirit of Christmas. 7 p.m. (ABC) Shrek the Halls Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Puss In Boots and all their fairytale buddies celebrate Christmas.

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10:30 p.m. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (HALL) Movie “The Night Before the Night Before Christmas” (2010, Family) Rick Roberts. Santa Claus loses his memory and his magical bag two days before Christmas. Midnight (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create overthe-top holiday displays. (USA) NCIS: Los Angeles NCIS investigates the disappearance of a dangerous device from a research facility.

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funny, quirky and heartwarming film, “A Christmas Story” has been a part of Christmas traditions for three decades now, as the film celebrates it’s 30th anniversary this year. Follow the exploits of Ralphie (Peter Billingsley), a young boy who wants nothing more than a Red Ryder BB Gun for Christmas. As adults keep reminding him that he’ll “shoot his eye out” with a toy like that, Ralphie holds out hope and does his very best to stay on the “nice” list. 7:30 p.m. (ABC) A Chipmunk Christmas Alvin gives his harmonica to a sick boy and must find another for his Christmas concert. 8 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight (GAC) All Out American Christmas Homeowners go above and beyond traditional decor to create over-the-top holiday displays. 9 p.m. (ABC) The Great Christmas Light Fight

Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. (HALL) Movie “The Wishing Tree” (2012, Family) Jason Gedrick. A professor brings students together through a Christmas tree decorated with wishes. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. (FAM)

10 a.m. (FAM) Movie “Scrooged” (1988, Fantasy) Bill Murray. A callous executive learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by ghosts. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. 10:30 a.m. (TBN) Movie “A Christmas Snow” (2010, Drama) Danny Cahill. Christmas has not been the same for a young woman since her father left. 11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “Finding Christmas” (2013, Family) Tricia Helfer. A disgruntled ad executive and a disheartened repairman swap houses over Christmas. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. Noon (FAM) Movie “The Polar Express” (2004, Animated) Voices of Tom Hanks. A doubting little boy boards a magical train to visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve. 12:15 p.m. (TCM) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1938, Drama) Reginald Owen. Ebeneezer Scrooge learns a lesson in charity after a visit from three spirits. 12:40 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an

Movie “The 12 Dogs of Christmas” (2005, Family) John Billingsley. The

elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 2:20 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Call Me Mrs. Miracle” (2010, Drama) Doris Roberts. Mrs. Miracle, a magical lady turns the lives of a group of New Yorkers upside down. 3:15 p.m. (TCM) Movie “Holiday Affair” (1949, Drama) Robert Mitchum. A man offers to buy a model train set for a boy whose mother cannot afford it. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) Jesus of Nazareth An epic chronicle of Christ. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 5 p.m. (GAC) The Making of ‘Cheers, its Christmas’ With Blake Shelton and Friends Blake Shelton gives viewers a behind the scenes look at the recording of his new album. (HALL) Movie “Single Santa Seeks Mrs. Claus” (2004, Family) Steve Guttenberg. Santa worries about turning over the reigns to his son, Nick, who hasn’t yet found a wife. (TCM) Movie “It Happened on Fifth Avenue” (1947, Comedy) Don DeFore. While a family is away for Christmas, a hobo and his friends live in their mansion. 5:40 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 7 p.m. (ABC) Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas A Grinch steals everything Christmas from the Whos so they can’t celebrate the holiday.

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story of a young girl who uses dogs to teach people the meaning of Christmas. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. (IFC) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (NBC) Movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” (1946, Drama) James Stewart. An angel shows a suicidal banker how important he has been in the lives of others. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. (TCM) Movie “Christmas in Connecticut” (1945, Comedy/Drama) Barbara Stanwyck. A promotional stunt threatens to expose a columnist’s fictitious housekeeping skills. 7:20 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 7:30 p.m. (ABC) Movie “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000, Fantasy) Jim Carrey. A Grinch plans on stealing Christmas from the residents of Whoville, who love Christmas. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 9 p.m. (TBN) Jesus of Nazareth An epic chronicle of Christ. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 10 p.m. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The

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ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 10:35 p.m. (NBC) Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome 10:45 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (GAC) Christmas With Scotty McCreery & Friends Hot young country stars join forces in this one-hour Christmas special. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. Midnight (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 12:15 a.m. (TCM) Movie “The Bishop’s Wife” (1947, Comedy) Cary Grant. An angel comes to Earth to help a bishop and his wife raise funds to build a new church. 12:30 a.m. (STARZ) Movie “Elf” (2003, Comedy) Will Ferrell. A man raised as an elf at the North Pole travels to New York to find his true father.

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 25 10:30 a.m. (TBN) A Christian Ebner Christmas Featuring engaging carols and arrangements to get you in the holiday spirit. 11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “A Very Merry Mix-Up” (2013, Romance) Alicia Witt. A woman forms a bond with a family that she is accidentally landed with over the holidays. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. Noon (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. 12:50 p.m. (STARZ) Movie “Christmas With the Kranks” (2004, Comedy) Tim Allen. Luther and Nora Krank scramble to create the perfect Christmas for their daughter. 1 p.m. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. 2 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas.

3 p.m. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. 3:30 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Fir Crazy” (2013, Romance) Craig Pryce. A marketing executive discovers a new fondness for the holidays selling Christmas trees. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 5 p.m. (TBS) Movie “A Christmas Story” (1983, Family) Peter Billingsley. In the ‘40s, a young boy wants only one thing from Santa: an official Red Ryder BB gun. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 7 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. (FOX) Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas Sid travels to the North Pole after Manny convinces him he is on Santa’s naughty list. (NBC) Kelly Clarkson’s (Cautionary) Christmas Tale Kelly Clarkson learns the true meaning of Christmas while performing songs from her album. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. (NBC) Michael Bublé’s 3rd Annual Christmas Special Grammy Award winner Michael Bublé will deliver some of his most popular songs. 9 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. 10 p.m. (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. Midnight (FMC) Movie “A Christmas Carol” (1951, Fantasy) Alastair Sim. The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future show a miser the meaning of Christmas. 12:30 a.m. (FX) Two and a Half Men Charlie’s preparations for his Christmas Eve date are hampered by unexpected guests.

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DECEMBER 26 10:20 a.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian

Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Ornament” (2013, Drama) Kellie Martin. A Christmas tree lot owner helps a widow face her first Christmas without her husband. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Twice Upon a Christmas” (2001, Family) John Dye. Santa’s daughter, Kristin Claus, has lost her memory and does not know who her father is. (TBN) Christmas with a Capital “C” A man tries to rid his town of a 50 year old Christmas tradition. 6 p.m. (COM) Jeff Dunham’s Very Special Christmas Special Comedian Jeff Dunham performs a holiday-themed stand-up special with his friends. (FAM) Movie “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (1989, Comedy) Chevy Chase. A man plays host to numerous dysfunctional relatives during the Christmas holidays. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Town Without Christmas” (2001, Drama) Patricia Heaton. A reporter and a novelist try to locate a child who wrote a disturbing letter to Santa. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays. (TBN) King of Kings The Jews suffer under King Herod but the arrival of Jesus offers them hope. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. (HALL) Movie “Karroll’s Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Tom Everett Scott. The Christmas ghosts end up at the wrong house and Allen Karroll is taken on a ride.

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1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Karroll’s Christmas” (2004, Comedy) Tom Everett Scott. The Christmas ghosts end up at the wrong house and Allen Karroll is taken on a ride. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Santa Switch” (2013, Family) Ethan Erickson. A man is given the gift of being Santa this year and he finds himself with new powers. 4 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause” (1994, Comedy) Tim Allen. When a father mistakenly kills Santa Claus, he is magically recruited to take his place. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Blessing” (2005, Drama) Neil Patrick Harris. A man meets a young woman and little boy who are in need of miracles for the holidays. 6 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 2” (2002, Family) Tim Allen. After being Santa Claus for a few years, Scott Calvin must find a wife and help his son. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Help for the Holidays” (2012, Family) Summer Glau. An elf sets out to teach her new employers what it means to be a family at Christmas time. 8 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a

busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Matchmaker Santa” (2012, Romance) Lacey Chabert. A mysterious Santa strands a baker and her boyfriend’s best friend in a small town. 11 p.m. (FAM) Movie “The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause” (2007, Family) Tim Allen. Santa Claus prepares for a busy Christmas with his in-laws and the mischievous Jack Frost. (HALL) Movie “It’s Christmas, Carol!” (2012, Fantasy) Carrie Fisher. A ruthless tycoon is visited by the ghost of her old boss to help her change her ways.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 28 11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “Silver Bells” (2005, Drama) Anne Heche. A widower and a young woman help each other to put their painful pasts behind them. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Matchmaker Santa” (2012, Romance) Lacey Chabert. A mysterious Santa strands a baker and her boyfriend’s best friend in a small town. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Bride for Christmas” (2012, Romance) Andrew W. Walker. A woman falls in love, unaware she’s been handpicked to help the man win a bet. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Princess for Christmas” (2011, Family) Katie McGrath. A young woman falls for a dashing prince when she visits England for Christmas. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother.

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DECEMBER 29 11 a.m. (HALL) Movie “A Boyfriend for Christmas” (2004, Romance) Kelli Williams. A girl tells Santa she wants a boyfriend for Christmas and he turns up 19 years later. 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Christmas With Holly” (2012, Drama) Sean Faris. A young girl asks for a mother for Christmas following the death of her mother. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Season for Miracles” (1999, Drama) Patty Duke. A woman leaves with her sister’s children in an attempt to keep them from foster care. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “All I Want for Christmas” (2007, Drama) Gail O’Grady. A nine-year-old boy enters a contest to find a new husband for his mother. 7 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Wish” (2010, Family) Kristy Swanson. A woman, left destitute by her husband, faces a bleak Christmas with her children. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town.

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DECEMBER 30 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Come Dance With Me” (2012, Romance) Andrew McCarthy. A financial executive learns to waltz, but falls in love with his dance instructor. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Farewell Mr. Kringle” (2010, Comedy) Christine Taylor. A journalist writes about a Santa Claus impersonator who lives in a Christmas-themed town. 7 p.m. (CW) iHeartRadio Music Festival This concert extravaganza includes performances by Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry and more. 8 p.m. (ABC) Rudolph’s Shiny New Year Rudolph must find Happy, the missing baby new year, before midnight on New Year’s Eve. 9 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Song” (2012, Family) Natasha Henstridge. The fate of two music teachers is to be decided in a city-wide Christmas carol contest. 11 p.m. (HALL) Movie “Annie Claus is Coming to Town” (2011, Family) Maria Thayer. Santa’s daughter Annie Claus travels to Los Angeles in search of love.

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DECEMBER 31 1 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Christmas Song” (2012, Family) Natasha Henstridge. The fate of two music teachers is to be decided in a city-wide Christmas carol contest. 3 p.m. (HALL) Movie “A Holiday Engagement” (2011, Comedy) Haylie Duff. A woman hires a man to come home and pretend to be her fiancé over the holidays. 3:30 p.m. (TBN) King of Kings The Jews suffer under King Herod but the arrival of Jesus offers them hope. 5 p.m. (HALL) Movie “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” (2008, Drama) Brooke Burns. A single mom who has lost all faith in Christmas finds answers when her uncle visits. 7 p.m. (CW) iHeartRadio Music Festival This concert extravaganza includes performances by Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry and more. 9 p.m. (ABC) Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest The countdown to midnight from Times Square in New York continues. (HALL) Movie “Debbie Macomber’s Trading Christmas” (2011, Romance) Gil Bellows. A man and woman find love at the most unexpected time and have the best Christmas ever. 10:30 p.m. (ABC) Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest The countdown to midnight from Times Square in New York continues. 11 p.m. (FOX) Fox New Year’s Eve Special (HALL) Movie “The Christmas Pageant” (2011, Comedy) Melissa Gilbert. An overbearing theater director begrudgingly takes a job directing a Christmas pageant. 12:10 a.m. (ABC) Dick Clark’s Primetime New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest Celebrating live from Times Square in New York City.

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work and a lot of time to whip up everything from scratch. So what better way to stock up on a wide variety of baked goods than getting cozy with friends and trading treats? As is tradition in her family, Trisha Yearwood hosts an annual cookie swap, and this year she’s inviting you to tag along.

ing up the Food Network in silver, gold and sugar. This is one party you don’t want to miss, lest you make it on Santa’s naughty list!

Of course, no friendly gettogether is complete without drinks, so the group mixes a batch of sweet tea before moving onto the goodies.

Yearwood skips the cookie-cutter festive special and turns it up a notch in a way only this southern belle can. She invites her good friend, Lisa, and her Just in time for the holidaughters into the kitchen Nothing is more delicious to help her create a party than homemade Christmas days, “Trisha’s Southern Kitchen” goes Christmas platter that even Mrs. baking, but it takes a lot of on Tuesday, Dec. 17, dress- Claus would be envious of.

And, boy, will they be good. Yearwood mixes classic Christmas favorites with her southern charm, and there is sure to be a cookie that appeals to everyone. From soft snickerdoodles to time-honored iced sugar cookies and even gooey pecan tassies,

ugar cookies, snickerdoodles, sweet tea, oh my! Christmas is right around the corner, and with the festivities comes the most delicious part of the season: food! While the main dishes will be center stage for the holidays, there is no denying dessert is what ties in a Christmas feast.

Sugar Cookies

1-1/2 cups powdered sugar 1 cup butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1 large egg 2-1/2 self-rising flour

using a cookie cutter. Place on cookie sheet about 2” apart, when baking the cookies will expand.

4. Bake the cookies 7-8 minutes until edges are lightly browned, at the 6 minute mark check the cookies color and 1. Beat the sugar, butter, vanilla and egg then bake another 1-2 min if more time in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Stir is needed. Remove for oven and cool on in flour. Do not over mix. Cover and a wire rack. refrigerate the dough for 2 hours. 2. Pre-heat the oven to 375 F. Make sure to lightly grease baking sheet, ensures the cookies to not stick to your baking sheet. 3. Divide the dough in half and roll each half 1/4 inch thick on a lightly floured surface. Cut them into desired shapes 18

Icing: 1 cup powdered sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla Food coloring optional. Combine all ingredients. Stir until smooth.

it’ll make even the Grinchiest of folks switch on their ovens. It’s a holiday baking extravaganza filled with laughter, fun times and delectable desserts. With enough cookies to pass around to friends – and maybe even to the big man in the red suit himself – you don’t want to miss the way this cookie crumbles on Tuesday, Dec. 17.

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ACROSS 1. “’Twas the night before Christmas, when all thro’ the house __ _ creature was stirring...” 5. Sparkler 8. Wood-burning fireplace item 11. Decorate

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13. Glacial 14. Holy song: “__ Maria” 15. ‘Good King’ of Christmas carols 17. “__ lords a-leaping...” - The Twelve Days of Christmas 18. “’__ the season to

be jolly fa la la...” 19. “Auld Lang Syne”, written in 1788 by Scottish poet __ Burns (b.1759 d.1796) 21. Santa’s transport 24. “This Christmas”: Donny Hathaway song covered by __

Hill 25. David Bowie/ Bing Crosby duet: “__ on Earth/Little Drummer Boy” 26. Santa’s Workshop employees 30. Farming, for short 31. Christmas wedding exchange: 2 wds. 32. Red-__, like Rudolph 35. “White Christmas”: Covered by Shania __/Michael Buble 37. ‘_’ __ in Vacation (Wintry fun time) 39. Mr. Snowman 40. Lead-in-time to Christmas 43. ‘Celebrat’ completer 44. Three, in Turin 45. New Year’s party main event 50. Fun-style hellos 51. Ums equivalents 52. __ _ Christmas gift 53. Fitting

54. Li’l house parts 55. “God __ Ye Merry Gentlemen” DOWN 1. “Uh-uh.” 2. Poetic piece 3. Big load 4. North Pole’s realm, The __ 5. Mr. Bellows of “Trading Christmas” (2011) 6. Sent-via-the-Web greeting 7. “Oh, __ __ back!” (Snow shoveler’s complaint) 8. Stay up __ (Party on New Year’s!) 9. “Happy Xmas (War Is __)” by John Lennon 10. Finely mannered man 12. Snow, in Paris 16. “Hush!” [var. sp.] 20. When Santa stops in Sofia, he’s in what Eur. country? 21. Bridge 22. Fun toy set 23. Elf costume parts

27. By way of, in plural 28. Change 29. Big name in electronics 33. “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ __” 34. Colleague to Blitzen 35. Speeds for horses 36. “O Star of __, star of night...” - We Three Kings of Orient Are 38. Snowy event 39. $5 bill, in slang 40. “Right back __ __!” (Same to you!) 41. Ball __ (Times Square tradition) 42. Sam the Snowman’s garb 46. Boat letters, e.g. 47. “__ Magic Christmas” (1985) 48. Sentence parts, for short 49. “The Christmas Song” by __ King Cole See solution in “What’s on TV” section

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