Holiday Song Book 2023

Holiday

k o o B g n So s n o i t i d a r T & Special Advertising Supplement to Montour County’s hometown newspaper

The Danville News An edition of The Daily Item

Thursday, December 7, 2023 • HOLIDAY SONGBOOK & TRADITIONS • Page 1

Holiday Directory 3.

O Come, All Ye Faithful 4. We Wish You A Merry Christmas 5. We Three Kings of Orient Are 6. Up On The House Top 7. The First Noel 8. The Twelve Days of Christmas 9. Frosty the Snowman 10. O Little Town of Bethlehem 11. The Holly and The Ivy 12. Santa Claus Is Cominʼ To Town 13. Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer 14. Rockinʼ Around The Christmas Tree 15. Silent Night 16. O Christmas Tree 17. Little Drummer Boy 18. Let it Snow!

19. Joy To The World 20. Jolly Old Saint Nicholas 21. Jingle Bells 22. Sleigh Ride

23. Itʼs Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas 24. It Came Upon A Midnight Clear 25. Iʼm Dreaming Of A White Christmas 26. I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas 27. Here Comes Santa Claus 28. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 29. God Red Ye Merry Gentlemen 30. Jingle Bell Rock 31. Deck The Halls 32. Away In A Manger 33. Auld Lang Syne 34. Tips To Pick The Perfect Christmas Tree 36. Fun Books To Read 38. Traditional Holiday Recipes 40-45. Kidsʼ Pages 46. Inspiring Ideas For Last-Minute Holiday Shoppers

PEACE ON EARTH Good friends and neighbors like all of you make the holidays truly wonderful.

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O Come, All Ye Faithful

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We Wish You A Merry Christmas

Spreading

Good Health & Cheer th hroughout the Coming Year.

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We Three Kings of Orient Are

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Up On T he House Top Up on the housetop reindeer pause Out jumps good old Santa Claus Down thru the chimney with lots of toys All for the little ones, Christmas joys Ho, ho, ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Ho, ho, ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click Down thru the chimney with good Saint Nick First comes the stocking of little Nell Oh, dear Santa fill it well Give her a dolly that laughs and cries One that will open and shut her eyes Ho, ho, ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Ho, ho, ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Upon on the housetop, click, click, click Down thru the chimney with good Saint Nick Look in the stocking of little Will Oh, just see what a glorious fill!

Here is a hammer and lots of tacks Whistle and ball and a whip that cracks Ho, ho, ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Ho, ho, ho! Who wouldn’t go?

Up on the housetop, click, click, click Down thru the chimney with good Saint Nick

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On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me a partridge in a pear tree.

On the second day of Christmas, my true love sent to me two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the third day of Christmas, my true love sent to me three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the fifth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me six geese a-laying, five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the seventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the eighth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me eight maids a-milking, seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the ninth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me nine ladies dancing, eight maids a-milking, seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the tenth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me ten lords a-leaping, nine ladies dancing, eight maids a-milking, seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the eleventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me eleven pipers piping, ten lords a-leaping, nine ladies dancing, eight maids a-milking, seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me Twelve drummers drumming, eleven pipers piping, ten lords a-leaping, nine ladies dancing, eight maids a-milking, seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, five golden rings, four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree.

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Our festive feasts and social gatherings bring our residents together. Our community is filled with the spirit of togetherness, joy, and laughter all year long.

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O Little Town of Bethlehem

Wishing Everyone A Joyous & Beautiful Holiday Season

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The Holly and The Ivy The holly and the ivy, when they are both full grown, Of all the trees that are in the wood, the holly bears the crown.

Oh the rising of the sun, and the running of the deer, The playing of the merry organ, sweet singing in the choir.

The holly bears a blossom, as white as any flower, And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ, to be our sweet Saviour.

Oh the rising of the sun, and the running of the deer, The playing of the merry organ, sweet singing in the choir.

The holly bears a berry, as red as any blood, And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ, to do poor sinners good.

Oh the rising of the sun, and the running of the deer, The playing of the merry organ, sweet singing in the choir.

The holly bears a prickle, as sharp as any thorn, And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ, on Christmas day in the morn.

Oh the rising of the sun, and the running of the deer, The playing of the merry organ, sweet singing in the choir.

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Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen, Comet and Cupid and Donner and Blitzen.

But do you recall the most famous reindeer of all?

Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, had a very shiny nose, And if you ever saw it, you would even say it glows.

All of the other reindeer, used to laugh and call him names; They never let poor Rudolph join in any reindeer games.

Then one foggy, Christmas eve, Santa came to say, Rudolph, with your nose so bright, won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?

Then how the reindeer loved him, as they shouted out with glee, Rudolph the red-nose reindeer, you’ll go down in history.

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Rockin’ Around T he Christmas Tree Rockin’ around the Christmas tree at the Christmas party hop.

Mistletoe hung where you can see, every couple tries to stop.

Rockin’ around the Christmas tree, let the Christmas spirit ring.

Later we’ll have some pumpkin pie, and we’ll do some caroling.

You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear voices singing, Let’s be jolly, Deck the halls with boughs of holly.

Rockin’ around the Christmas tree, have a happy holiday, Everyone dancin’ merrily, in the new old-fashioned way.

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Silent Night

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O Christmas Tree

’Twas The Night Before Christmas

Let this holiday be one worth waiting for.

Wishing you and your family the joys of the season.

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Little Drummer Boy Come, they told me, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum Our newborn King to see, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum Our finest gifts we’ll bring, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum To lay before the King, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum Rum-pa-pum-pum, rum-pa-pum-pum.

So to honor Him, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum, When we come.

Baby Jesus, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum I am a poor boy, too, Pa-rum...

I have no gift to bring, Pa-rum...

That’s fit to give a King, Pa-rum...

Rum-pa-pum-pum, rum-pa-pum-pum.

Shall I play for you, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum, On my drum?

Mary nodded, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum The ox and lamb kept time, Pa-rum...

I played my drum for Him, Pa-rum...

I played my best for Him, Pa-rum...

Rum-pa-pum-pum, rum-pa-pum-pum.

Then He smiled at me, Pa-rum-pum-pum-pum, Me and my drum.

Merry Christmas To all and may God bless s our tro oops and military personnel worldwide!

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! w o n S t i Let Oh the weather outside is frightful, But the fire is so delightful, And since we've no place to go, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

How I'll hate going out in the storm!

But if you'll really hold me tight, All the way home I'll be warm.

The fire is slowly dying, It doesn't show signs of stopping, And, my dear, we're still good-bying, And I've bought some corn for popping, But as long as you love me so, The lights are turned way down low, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

When we finally kiss goodnight,

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Jolly Old Saint Nicholas

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Jingle Bells

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Sleigh Ride Just hear those sleigh bells jingling, ring ting tingling too Come on, it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you Outside the snow is falling and friends are calling “Yoo-hoo” Come on, it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you Giddy-up giddy-up giddy-up let’s go Let’s look at the snow , We’re riding in a wonderland of snow Giddy-up giddy-up giddy-up it’s grand , Just holding your hand We’re gliding along with the song , Of a wintry fairy land Our cheeks are nice and rosy , And comfy cozy are we We’re snuggled up together like two , Birds of a feather would be Let’s take the road before us , And sing a chorus or two Come on, it’s lovely weather , For a sleigh ride together with you There’s a birthday party at the home of farmer Gray It’ll be the perfect ending of a perfect day We’ll be singing the songs we love to sing without a single stop At the fireplace while we watch the chestnuts pop. Pop! Pop! Pop! There’s a happy feeling nothing in the world can buy When they pass around the coffee and the pumpkin pie It’ll nearly be like a picture print by Currier and Ives These wonderful things are the things , We remember all through our lives

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It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas; everywhere you go, Take a look at the five and ten, it's glistening once again With candy canes and silver lanes aglow It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas; toys in every store But the prettiest sight to see is the holly that will be On your own front door A pair of hop-a-long boots and a pistol that shoots Is the wish of Barney and Ben Dolls that will talk and will go for a walk Is the hope of Janice and Jen And Mom and Dad can hardly wait for school to start again It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas; everywhere you go, There's a tree in the Grand Hotel, one in the park as well It's the sturdy kind that doesn't mind the snow It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas; soon the bells will start, And the thing that will make them ring is the carol that you sing Right within your heart

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I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas.

Just like the ones I used to know..

Where the treetops glisten and children listen to hear sleigh bells in the snow.

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas with every Christmas card I write.

May your days be merry and bright and may all your Christmases be white.

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas just like the ones I used to know.

Where the treetops glisten and children listen to hear sleigh bells in the snow.

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas with every Christmas card I write.

May your days be merry and bright and may all your Christmases be white.

At the holidays, we’re wishing you all the very best things. Thanks for being so good to us all year. We simply couldn’t ask for better customers and friends, and we hope you have a merry and bright Christmas.

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I want a hippopotamus for Christmas I want a hippopotamus for Christmas. Only a hippopotamus will do.

I don’t want a doll, no dinky Tinkertoy.

I want a hippopotamus to play with and enjoy.

I want a hippopotamus for Christmas I don’t think Santa Claus will mind, do you?

He won’t have to use our dirty chimney flue Just bring him through the front door that’s the easy thing to do.

I can see me now on Christmas morning, creeping down the stairs.

Oh, what joy and what surprise when I open up my eyes to see my hippo hero standing there.

I want a hippopotamus for Christmas. Only a hippopotamus will do.

No crocodiles, or rhinoceroseses. I only like hippopotamuseses.

And hippopotamuses like me too.

I want a hippopotamus for Christmas. A hippopotamus is all I want.

Mom says the hippo would eat me up, but the teacher says a hippo is a vegetarian.

I want a hippopotamus for Christmas. The kind I saw this summer at the zoo.

There’s lots of room for him in our two car garage.

I’d feed him there and wash him there and give him his massage.

I can see me now on Christmas morning, creeping down the stairs.

Oh, what joy and what surprise when I open up my eyes To see my hippo hero standing there.

I want a hippopotamus for Christmas. Only a hippopotamus will do.

No crocodiles, or rhinoceroseses, I only like hippopotamuses.

And hippopotamuses like me too.

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Here Comes Santa Claus

THERE’S NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT to Share Our Best Wishes With All of You! Happy Holidays!

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Hark! T he Herald Angels Sing

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Seasons Greetings

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God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

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Jingle Bell Rock Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock.

Jingle bells swing and jingle bells ring.

Snowin’ and blowin’ up bushels of fun.

Now the jingle hop has begun.

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock.

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time.

Dancin’ and prancin’ in Jingle Bell Square in the frosty air.

What a bright time, it’s the right time to rock the night away.

Jingle bell time is a swell time to go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh.

Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet.

Jingle around the clock.

Mix and a-mingle in the jinglin’ feet.

That’s the jingle bell rock.

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell rock.

Jingle bells chime in jingle bell time.

Dancin’ and prancin’ in Jingle Bell Square in the frosty air.

What a bright time, it’s the right time to rock the night away.

Jingle bell time is a swell time to go glidin’ in a one-horse sleigh.

Giddy-up jingle horse, pick up your feet.

Jingle around the clock.

Mix and a-mingle in the jinglin’ feet.

That’s the jingle bell.

That’s the jingle bell.

That’s the jingle bell rock.

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Deck T he Hall

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Away In A Manger

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Auld Lang Syne

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Wishing You All A Safe And Happy Holiday 106 Market Street, Sunbury 570-286-4150 M-T-TH-F 9AM-5PM, W 9AM-1PM TonysTailorShop.com Thursday, December 7, 2023 • HOLIDAY SONGBOOK & TRADITIONS • Page 33

Tips to pick the perfect C Christmas trees are among the most recognizable symbols of the holiday season, and the popularity of trees is undeniable. According to the National Christmas Tree Association, approximately 25 to 30 million real Christmas trees are sold in the United States each year. Christmas trees also are big business in Canada, where Statistics Canada notes cash receipts from Canadian Christmas tree producers totaled nearly $163.5 million in 2022.

Annual spending on Christmas trees underscores how important they are to holiday decor. Christmas trees serve as the centerpiece in millions of holiday home decor schemes, so it’s important to pick a tree that can shine in that role. This holiday season,

celebrants can consider these tips as they look for the perfect Christmas tree.

• Measure the area where the tree will be placed. A large tree can be awe-inspiring, but also can stick out like a sore thumb if it takes up too much space.

There should be enough room around the tree for families and their guests to sit around it. The home interior experts at Better Homes & Gardens recommend leaving a minimum of six inches between the top of the tree and the ceiling. If a tree topper will be added, make sure the top of the tree is at least 12 inches from the ceiling. Measure the area before leaving to buy a tree so it can fit nicely into the room and the surrounding decor.

• Try the shake test. Anyone who has purchased a fresh-cut Christmas tree is undoubtedly

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ct Christmas tree familiar with the shake test, which remains an effective way to measure the dryness of the tree. A slight shake will produce some fallen needles. If the needles are brown and few and far between, then the tree likely is not overly dry. However, a lot of falling green needles indicates the tree is already drying out, which means it could shed quite a bit and lose its looks before Christmas Day. • Pick a tree with a symmetrical look. Trees are living things, so it’s unlikely that buyers will find a perfectly symmetrical tree. However, a tree that’s misshapen or already has some sagging branches won’t make for an awe-inspiring addition to a home decor scheme.

• Find the trunk (if you can).

A trunk that’s visible through the branches indicates the tree does not have dense branches, which will be necessary if homeowners want to dress the tree with ornaments. If it’s hard to find the trunk because of all the thick branches and green needles, then the tree is likely pretty healthy.

• Test the needles. The home improvement experts at Lowes note that needles should be flexible but still snap when bent sharply. Avoid trees with needles that are already losing their color and can easily be pulled off.

A Christmas tree garners a lot of attention come the holiday season, which only underscores the significance of finding a tree worthy of being the centerpiece of holiday decor.

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Fun books to read to children this holiday season

The holiday season is a special time of year for people of all ages, but children might be the most enthusiastic celebrants come December.

Children spend much of the holiday season anticipating the arrival of the man in the red suit, and that enthusiasm can be contagious.

Families have their own unique traditions during the holiday season, but one popular way to harness kids’ enthusiasm between Thanksgiving and Christmas Day is to read them holiday stories. There’s no shortage of great holiday books for kids, but here are a handful that kids may remember well into adulthood.

• “The Polar Express,” by Chris Van Allsburg: The beloved tale is the story of a young boy who boards a mysterious train bound for the North Pole.

• “The Littlest Elf,” by Brandi Dougherty: Part of a series,

this story focuses on a tiny elf named Oliver and a series of misadventures as he navigates his way through Santa’s workshop.

• “Olive, the Other Reindeer,”

by Vivian Walsh: Olive is no ordinary reindeer. In fact, Olive is a dog who heads to the North Pole believing she is a reindeer.

Her decision to join Santa’s team ultimately benefits the big man and his trusty reindeer.

• “The Miracle of the First Poinsettia: A Mexican Christmas Story,” by Joanne Oppenheim: A little girl named Juanita is the star of this retelling of a traditional Mexican tale with a valuable lesson.

• “Gingerbread Mouse: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids,” by Katy Bratun: A fallen tree branch almost ruins Christmas for Mouse, whose determination and resourcefulness mixed in with a little Christmas magic ensures

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she finds a place to call home in time for the holidays.

• “A Night in Santa’s Great Big Bag,” by Kristin Kladstrup: Santa saves the day in this tale starring a young boy’s favorite stuffed animal, whose excitement for Christmas compels him to climb into Santa’s big bag of presents on Christmas Eve. • “Santa Claus and the Three Bears,” by Maria Modugno: This twist on the popular tale “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” finds three unsuspecting bears encountering a familiar fellow in a red suit upon returning home after a nighttime walk.

• “Twas the Night Before Christmas: Edited by Santa Claus for the Benefit of Children of the 21st Century,” by

Clement C. Moore: Parents will appreciate this updated version of the popular tale that, among other things, has removed the reference to Santa smoking.

• “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” by Dr. Seuss: Children can join generations of fans that came before them as they hear the redemption story of the Grinch who was once determined to ruin Christmas for the happy people of Whoville.

• “The Nutcracker,” by the New York City Ballet: The classic story is retold based on famed choreographer George Balanchine’s production.

The holiday season is steeped in tradition. Reading new and classic holiday stories to children is one tradition any family can embrace.

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Tradition reigns supreme during the holiday season

Putting up Christmas trees, stringing lights, singing carols, and filling stockings with trinkets are just a few of the seasonʼs many cherished traditions. However, amid the typical holiday hustle and bustle, there also are traditions that are unique to various cultures and ethnicities and particularly those pertaining to foods and beverages. From minced pies in England to kutia in Ukraine to spiced hot chocolate in Peru, many different foods and beverages are savored this time of year around the world.

PUERTO RICAN EGGNOG INGREDIENTS: 1 1 1

can of condensed milk can of evaporated milk can of cream of coconut (most Puerto Ricans prefer Coco L—pez) 1/2 cup white rum (preferably Don Q or Bacard’) 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (add more to taste)

PREP:

In a blender, add evaporated milk, cream of coconut, sweetened condensed milk, rum, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Blend on high until mixture is well combined, 1 to 2 minutes.

Transfer mixture into glass bottles and chill in the refrigerator until cold. To serve, pour coquito into small serving glasses and garnish with ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick.

Note: This is traditional Coquito. Individuals can experiment with different flavors, like chocolate, guava or even mango coquito if they desire.

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FRENCH APPLE PIE 1

recipe Plain Pie Pastry (see below)

RAISIN FILLING 2/3 6 1/2 1/4 1 1/2 1 1/2

cup raisins tablespoons water teaspoon lemon juice cup light corn syrup teaspoons all-purpose flour teaspoons sugar

2 1/4 1/2 1/4 1/2 1 1/2

apples (preferably a tart variety) cup brown sugar cup sugar teaspoon ground cinnamon teaspoon ground nutmeg teaspoons cornstarch

ICING 1 2 1

cup confectioners’ sugar tablespoons water tablespoon butter, softened

PLAIN PIE PASTRY

Makes two 9-inch pie crusts 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup vegetable shortening 5 to 7 tablespoons cold milk 1. Sift the flour and salt into a bowl. Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender until it is the size of small peas.

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the milk over part of the

BAKE: 40-50 MINUTES MAKES: 9-INCH PIE

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

2. Separately, combine the corn syrup, flour and sugar and mix well, then add to the raisins and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool until the mixture is just warm, about 10 to 15 minutes.

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

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

5. Spread the apple mixture in the crust in an even layer, then spread the raisin filling evenly over the apples.

Brush the rim of the crust with water, cover with the second rolled-out crust, seal and flute or crimp the edges, and cut a steam vent in the center.

6. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours, until completely cool.

7. To make the icing, combine the sugar and water and mix well. Add the butter and mix until smooth.

Brush over the top of the cooled pie before serving. flour mixture. Gently toss with a fork and push to the side of the bowl. Sprinkle another tablespoon of milk over another dry part, toss with a fork and push to the side of the bowl. Repeat with the remaining milk until all of the flour mixture is moistened.

2. Press the dough together to form 2 equal balls, then flatten into disks. Roll out the crusts right away, or wrap the dough tightly, smoothing out any little wrinkles or air pockets and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball to a thickness of 1Ú8 inch. Use a light touch and handle the dough as little as possible.

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Meowy Christmas!

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Across: 1. Jingle; 2. Winter; 3. Tree; 4. Kissing; 7. Christmas; 8. Home; 10. Rudolph; 11. Nick; 12. Town; 14. Snowman Down: 5. Reindeer; 6. Snow; 9. Drummer; 11. Night; 13. Deck; 14. Santa; 15. Bell; 16. Housetop; 17. Angels

Favorite Christmas Songs Crossword

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The Night Before C hristmas Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care in the hope that Saint Nicholas soon would be there.

Then, what to my wondering eyes should appear, but a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer, a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment it must be Saint Nick.

More rapid than eagles his reindeer all came as he shouted, “Oh Dasher” and each reindeer’s name. And so up to the housetop the reindeer soon flew with the sleigh full of toys and Saint Nicholas, too.

Down the chimney he came with a leap and a bound; he was dressed all in fur, and his belly was round. He spoke not a word but went straight to this work, and filled all the stockings, then turned with a jerk.

And laying his finger aside of his nose, then giving a nod up the chimney he rose. But I heard him exclaim as he drove out of sight, “Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”

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Inspiring ideas for last-minute holiday shoppers Itʼs unlikely that anyone aspires to be a last-minute holiday shopper. Putting off holiday shopping until the last minute can make for a stressful home stretch to the season, and thereʼs no guarantee store shelves wonʼt already be picked clean or that gifts purchased online will arrive on time.

Despite how unappealing last-minute shopping can be, itʼs still a fact of life for millions of holiday shoppers. As the clock winds down this holiday season, shoppers can look to these ideas for inspiration.

• Gift cards: Gift cards may never earn a distinction as the most sentimental item to give a loved one during the holiday season, but they are surprisingly sought-after. In fact, a survey from the National Retail Federation found that 54 percent of participants identified gift cards as the most-wanted gift of the 2022 holiday season. Chain retailers, small businesses and restaurants are among the many establishments that sell gift

cards, so shoppers are bound to find a card to please anyone on their shopping list.

• Food/beverage: The holiday season is a popular time to indulge in some great food and wash it down with a favorite wine or another adult beverage.

That makes food and beverages a great holiday gift. Shoppers can take a loved one out to a favorite restaurant, prepare a homemade treat or purchase a favorite dish from a local specialty grocery store or eatery. Pair the food with an appropriate beverage and this accessible last-minute gift idea is sure to be a hit.

• Tickets: Tickets to a movie, sporting event, live theater performance, or concert are another gift idea that likely wonʼt be gobbled up by early bird shoppers. People of all ages enjoy experiences, and a 2022 survey from the travel booking platform GetYourGuide found that 50 percent of survey respondents indicated they would enjoy tickets to a concert or show.

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• Books: Books make an ideal holiday gift for everyone from young kids to grandparents.

Traditional print books are small enough that they can likely arrive on time even if they're purchased just a few days before Christmas.

E-book sellers enable gift givers to pick the perfect time to notify loved ones they have received an electronic book. Audiobooks, which can be downloaded to a smartphone or given as a CD, make an ideal gift for loved ones

who spend a lot of time behind the wheel.

Last-minute holiday shopping can be stressful. However, various sought-after items can be secured at the last minute, ensuring gift givers' loved ones have a happy holiday season.

Sweet sentiments: Use old Scrabble letter tiles to form a favorite holiday phrase, like “Joy to the World.” Glue the tiles together and hang from the tree on a piece of ribbon.

Season’s Greetings May your holiday season be filled with peace and joy, and may the New Year hold wonderful surprises.

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