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Picking the Perfect Tree.............................................8 Artificial Trees, Real Cheer .....................................10 Holiday Color Trends ..............................................11 Poinsettia Pointers ..................................................12 From the Hands of Babes ........................................13 A Holiday Meal for Every Diet ................................14 Gingerbread Men ....................................................15 Gingerbread Cake ...................................................16 Wassail ....................................................................17 Cola de Mono ..........................................................18 Think of Service Members .......................................19 Making Hard Candy ...............................................20 Getting in the Spirit ................................................21 Host a Christmas Card Party ..................................22 Organize a Toy Drive ..............................................23 25 Days of Traditions ..............................................24 The Gift That Keeps on Giving ................................26 Gifting Hand-Crafted ..............................................27 Plan Your Holiday Meal..........................................28 Shop for Local Angels ..............................................29 Giving Tuesday........................................................30 Promoting Your Business ........................................31 Peppermint Bark .....................................................32 Holiday State of Mind .............................................33 Holiday Mindfulness ...............................................34 Everything in Moderation ......................................35 Quick Holiday Workouts .........................................36 Out in the Cold ........................................................37 Health-Conscious Gifts............................................38 Days of Celebration .................................................39 Celebrate Military Family Members .......................40 Volunteer at a VA Hospital .....................................41 Hold a Fundraiser ...................................................42 Decorate Your Community .....................................46 Provide Holiday Meals............................................54 Christmas on the Prairie.........................................55 Send Your Personal Thanks ....................................56 Homemade Cookies ................................................58 Christmas Eve Traditions .......................................59 The Christmas Story................................................60 Now Hiring ..............................................................61
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Picking the Perfect Tree
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ou can’t deck the halls without a tailor-made Tannenbaum. Keep reading for tips for picking just the right real Christmas tree for your house.
Know your space
The National Christmas Tree Association says the first step to picking the right fir is to know where you want it in the home. Measure the ceiling height and make sure to buy a tree that will fit with room to spare for the star on top. Remember, that tree looks a lot smaller outside than it does in the confines of your home.
Know your decor
While you’re perusing your local tree lot, keep in mind the decorations you plan to use. If you have a flair for the dramatic and have larger bulbs and baubles,
choose trees with sturdy branches and lots of space in between. Delicate, small ornaments can hang on slender, dense branches.
Popular varieties
While the traditional Tannenbaum is a fir tree, many retailers offer a variety of tree species for sale. These include several species of fir, of course, as well as pine, spruce, cypress and red cedar. Ask your retailer where its trees come from and how often they are delivered. More recent arrivals are probably fresher because they were just cut. Also ask which of the varieties does best where you live for a tree that stays fresher longer.
Test your tree
The association also encourages a needle test to check the tree’s health. Look for
lost needles, discoloration, a musty odor and wrinkled bark. When you run your hand along the tree’s branches, the needles should not come off easily. Branches should be pliable; if they snap, the tree is too dry. Keep your tree fresh Once you’ve chosen a fresh, healthy tree, follow these tips from the National Christmas Tree Association to keep your
tree fresh through the season. Keep your tree in a reservoirtype tree stand. Use a stand with adequate capacity for your tree -- one quart of water per inch of stem diameter. Don’t whittle the sides down to fit your stand. Make a fresh cut to remove a half inch of wood from the base of the trunk before putting it in the stand. Don’t cut at an angle or a V-shape, which reduces the tree’s ability to drink.
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Walking in a Winter Wonder Wetland! Cheyenne Bottoms and the Kansas Wetlands Education Center are synonymous with wetlands, wildlife, birds, and nature. The winter months are no different. Make sure to visit the wetlands and KWEC this holiday season! The wetlands in the winter can be an incredible time for a tour of this internationally known wetland. Thousands of birds, especially ducks, geese, bald eagles, hawks, and sparrows, overwinter at the wetlands. The Kansas Wetlands Education Center offers many great opportunities to experience the wetlands during the winter and holiday seasons! Do you have family visiting over the holidays? KWEC has installed some exciting new interactive exhibits thanks to a gift from the Dorothy M. Morrison Foundation. The Center is open Tuesdays through Saturdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 p.m. Admission to the Center is always free. Also, KWEC offers van tours of Cheyenne Bottoms for a minimal fee. Call and reserve a tour today! Kick off your holiday season with the Kansas Wetlands Education Center’s annual Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 1 from 9 a.m. to noon. Kids can decorate gingerbread birdhouses, and all can enjoy Christmas treats, gift store promotions, and the new KWEC exhibits. This event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required for the gingerbread birdhouse decorating. Make plans to get out in nature with this year’s Cheyenne Bottoms Christmas Bird Count on Monday, December 17. Christmas Bird Counts are a great way for beginner bird watchers to get some experience in the field with other more experienced bird watchers. This event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is requested. And finally, as you shop local for your Christmas gifts this year, be sure to check out The Wetlands Gift Store for some unique gift ideas. Mention seeing this article in the Tribune’s Home for the Holidays magazine, and receive 40% off a single item purchase throughout the holiday season, excluding consignment items and tours. The Kansas Wetlands Education Center is located at Cheyenne Bottoms, 10 miles northeast of Great Bend, KS along K-156 Highway. Contact the KWEC at 877-243-9268 or wetlandscenter.fhsu.edu for questions or to view other activities or events.
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Artificial Trees, Real Cheer f you’re tired of the mess of a real tree, an investment in a quality artificial tree may be right for you this year.
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Look at how trees break down and go back up. You might also consider a quality storage bag.
But just because the tree is fake doesn’t mean the cheer can’t be real. Follow these tips for picking out the perfect artificial tree to bring your family years of warm memories.
Artificial trees have come a long way from the silvery cones of years past. Now, artificial trees can be found in a range of colors and varieties, some of which are ringers for their real counterparts. If there’s a popular variety of real tree, chances are you can find an artificial version. For the best real feel, Consumer Reports advises choosing a tree that is labeled “true needle” or “real feel.”
Think of the room Just like with a real tree, you’ll need to carefully consider your space. The good news is that artificial trees come in a variety of sizes and shapes, from gigantic all the way down to tabletop friendly minis. Also consider storage space: most of your tree’s life is going to be spent in storage.
True to form
Lights on, lights off Many models of tree now come pre-strung with energysaving LED lights. Consider
not only your present decorating plans, but what you’re likely to do in years to come. Will you still be a fan of all-white lights in the 20 years the American Christmas Tree Association says your artificial tree may last? For a little more investment, you might like a model with different options for lighting colors and patterns.
Safety first Pick a tree that has a sturdy stand that will stand the test of time and any heavy ornaments you may have. Also, make sure the tree is fire retardant and that you place it at least three feet from a heat source. Read online reviews, Consumer Reports says, and look for complaints of failing branches or needles falling off.
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e’ve seen purple everywhere in 2018, and holiday displays won’t likely be any different. In fact, the Pantone color of 2018 is ultra-violet, a dramatic and eye-catching shade of purple. Here are some more combinations you’re likely to see around the trees.
Eclectic
Anything goes in this mixand-match decorating style that combines colors, styles and cultures for a gloriously glam holiday look. While it may look extraordinarily complicated, the key to eclectic style is really to keep things as simple as possible. Don’t look for fancy card holders, just stick them up
with plain old tape. Do try to group together like colors once in a while to give the eye a break and remember that these spaces have to be lived in, too. Place your decor accordingly.
Rose gold
Another color that’s been everywhere is rose gold. Pair this soft pink metallic with vivid purples for a dramatic look or pale pink for a toned down, feminine look. Look for rose gold versions of traditional metal holiday decor, like candlesticks, but also in tree ornaments or even whole trees.
Blue & white
Classic deep blues and crisp whites have long been a trend in decor. Update
this scheme for Christmas by pairing these colors with shades of holiday green and frosty silver. Look for the usual navy in with a hint of winter frost in pieces like wreaths and ribbons. Choose greenery that tends toward the blue, like eucalyptus, succulents, silvery olive, and some cypress.
Monochromatic
Pick a favorite hue and go all out. From the ornaments, to the wrapping paper, to the lights, make everything the same color or same family of colors. This can be a particularly striking look when employed with rich jewel tones like emerald green or ruby red. Accent, as always, with classic white to add extra oomph.
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Poinsettia Pointers
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time. In 16th century Mexico, the legend goes, a girl was too poor to bring a gift for a celebration of Jesus’ birthday and was inspired by an angel to pick weeds from the roadside for the church altar. Those weeds sprouted into red poinsettias. Franciscan friars included the plants in their Christmas celebrations, saying the star-shaped leaves symbolized the star of Bethlehem and the color red represents the crucifixion of Jesus. In the early 1900s, Albert Ecke began selling poinsettias from street stands. His grandson, Paul Ecke changed shipping from rail to air and sent plants to television stations for free displays. He relentlessly promoted the plants and, through exclusive grafting techniques, kept his company in a near monopoly of poinsettia sales in the U.S. through the 1980s.
right red and green poinsettias are everywhere during the holiday season. But did you know that they’re a tropical plant that thrives far beyond our snowy visions of Christmas? Read on to find out how this plant became such a big part of our holiday and how to keep your poinsettia looking bright and fresh.
History In 1825, Joel Roberts Poinsett, the U.S. ambassador to Mexico, introduced Euphorbia pulcherrima, a small shrub in the spurge family, to the United States. The poinsettia, as you may have figured out by now, takes its name from Poinsett. The plant first became associated with Christmas, however, long before Poinsett’s
Choosing and caring for poinsettias Pick a poinsettia with dark green leaves and few low or damaged leaves, Michigan State University says. Colored leaves, usually red, pink or white, should be in proportion to the plant and pot. Because it’s a tropical plant, exposure to even brief periods of cold temperatures can injure the plant, so make sure it’s well wrapped
until you get it inside. Set the plant near a sunny window, but don’t let it touch cold window panes. Extend the bloom time by switching the plant to a cooler -- 55 to 60-degree -- room at night. Water your plant only when it feels dry and discard any excess water. A droopy plant that drops leaves is too dry while a plant that’s overwatered will have yellow leaves. You can feed your plant with a regular houseplant fertilizer.
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From the Hands of Babes
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ome of the most touching holiday decor are the things that come from our children. Here’s a list of kid-friendly holiday decorating ideas.
Give them their own tree
Put a miniature tree in their room and let them decorate it with shatterproof ornaments. Many tiny trees come with battery-powered LED lights for more safety and shine.
Make Santa a plate
Grab a plain white plate and hit the local arts and crafts store for Sharpies in all your kids’ favorite colors. Let them draw on the clean plate, then put the plate in a 350-degree oven for 30 minutes. Let the
plates cool in the oven before removing them.
Wrap it up
Leave the markers out and grab a roll of butcher paper for your own, custom-made gift wrap.
Go retro
Remember that box of Christmas ornaments you have from your childhood? Get them out and let your kids recreate your holiday prizes like clothespin snowflakes. Show off your own handiwork while creating new memories of your own. P.S.: These make great gifts for the grands.
Cookie dough ornaments
We all made these, right? Take four cups of flour and
mix with 1 ½ cups of water and ½ cup of salt until it becomes a soft dough. Roll it out and go to town with cookie cutters, fingerprints and pencils. Bake at 325 degrees for 10 minutes and, as soon as their out, poke a hole in each still-soft cookie for hanging. Spray cooled cookies with a clear protective coating.
Make a gingerbread house
There are a variety of gingerbread house (barn, castle, skyscraper) kits on the market that will appeal to children of all ages. Pick one up at your local grocer or craft store and make some memories with the whole family. Just remember not to take a bite; these kits are made for sturdy crafting, not necessarily eating.
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A Holiday Meal for Every Diet
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lanning holiday celebrations around people with special diets can seem intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be.
Keep reading for tips on keeping the dietary drama on low for your holiday feasts.
Communicate
Most people with special diets are used to either accommodating themselves or helping others to accommodate them. You can’t help the occasional attitude, but what you can do is thoughtfully ask your guest what their preferences are. If it’s a potluck, invite them to make a dish for everyone; you might be surprised how good it is. Never say that someone will never know meat, dairy or wheat are in a dish. Sneaking in certain foods can make a guest very ill.
Vegetarians
Vegetarians, simply put, don’t eat meat. Some people may be pescatarians, in which they eat fish or shellfish. When cooking for vegetarians, be careful what you use for flavoring dishes. For instance, don’t add bacon to a largely vegetable side dish, and avoid using chicken or beef broths in their food. Instead, substitute spices or vegetable broth for a punch of flavor your guests can stomach.
Vegans
Vegans don’t eat any foods derived from animals. This includes milk, butter and eggs, staples of holiday baking and cooking. The good news is there are substitutions for many of these products; ask your local grocery store for suggestions. Plan plenty of vegetable dishes and choose salads and dressings without cheese or cream.
Gluten-free
Gluten is a mixture of two proteins found in some grains. It’s what makes bread dough stretchy. But it’s not just bread you have to watch for. Gluten hides in a variety of foods like soups, pasta, cereals, sauces, rouxs, salad dressings, malt, food coloring and beer. Your local grocery probably has a gluten-free aisle or section
where you can buy one-for-one flour mixtures, gluten-free crackers and cookies, pastas, and other items to round out your menu. Also remember to avoid crosscontamination. Don’t prepare gluten-free dishes around grain-based dishes that have gluten, and provide separate utensils for the gluten-free versions of any dish.
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he term gingerbread originally referred to preserved ginger and then to a candy made with honey and spices.
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Gingerbread Cookies (Recipe by King Arthur Flour) ¾ cup unsalted butter ¾ cup brown sugar, packed ¾ cup molasses 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground ginger ¼ teaspoon allspice or clovess 1 large egg 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour b l 1. Melt the butter, then stir in the brown sugar, molasses, saltl andd spices. Transfer the mixture to a medium-sized bowl and let it cool before beating in the egg. 2. Whisk together the baking powder, baking soda and flour, then add to the molasses mixture. 3. Divide the dough into two thick rectangles, wrap and refrigerate for one hour. Make sure the dough is thoroughly chilled before rolling it out or it will be sticky. 4. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Flour a work surface. 5. Roll the chilled dough to ⅛ to ¼ of an inch thick — the thinner the dough, the crisper the cookie. Flour the top and bottom of the dough if it starts to stick or use parchment paper or plastic wrap. 6. Cut shapes with a floured cookie cutter and transfer the cookies onto the baking sheets. Bake for 8-12 minutes or until they’re set. Let cool completely before decorating.
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atch up to a holiday tradition with toasty fresh-baked gingerbread. Gingerbread refers to a variety of baked goods with a prominent flavor of ginger and sweetened with brown sugar, molasses or honey. They can be fluffy like a cake or crisp like a thin cookie. This makes gingerbread the perfect versatile holiday treat.
Ÿ teaspoon cloves Ÿ teaspoon nutmeg ½ cup unsalted butter, melted ž cup molasses Ÿ cup water 1 egg 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup diced crystallized ginger (optional)
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Wassail hough it sounds like a German word, wassail is a punch from the U.K. It comes from the Old English waes hael, or be hale, referring effects of a cup of the warm, fortifying mulled cider. It’s made famous by the carol “Here We Come A Wassailing”.
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researcher Stuart King, were traditionally made of lignum vitae or guayacan, a hard and durable wood from South America. They were huge goblets, essentially, usually ornate and perched on a thick stem. Today, we can sub out a good punch bowl or, to keep the drink warm and toasty, the slow cooker.
History
Wassail
The earliest versions of wassail were made from sweet mead warmed and combined with toasted crabapples that boiled in the mead until they burst. This drink, called lambswool, was traditionally consumed around Lammas Day, the first harvest festival of the year. That drink evolved into a mulled wine, cider or fruit juice concoction, spiced and sweetened. Modern recipes frequently start with fruit juices instead of wine; mulled wine is a separate but similar warming holiday drink.
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2 quarts apple cider 2 cups orange juice ½ cup pineapple juice 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon brown sugar 2-3 cinnamon sticks Dash of ground cinnamon Dash of ground cloves, or to taste
1. Combine all the ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove the cinnamon sticks and transfer to a slow-cooker on low for party service. For a toasty adult beverage, add a tot of rum or bourbon to the cup.
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Cola de Mono
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he name of this Chilean holiday drink literally translates into “tail of the monkey.� It’s become so popular, though, that it’s usually shortened to colemono. It contains aguardiente — literally fire water — strong, clear alcohol distilled from whatever local ingredients are handy. Aguardiente is mixed with milk, sugar, coffee and cloves to create a drink similar to a white Russian.
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Theories abound as to how the drink got its name, but a popular story involves Chilean President Pedro Montt, who served from 1906-1910. He was nicknamed El Mono (Monkey) Montt. He was trying to take an early departure
from a holiday party and asked for the return of his Colt revolver, but was convinced to linger. The guests eventually drank up all the wine and mixed up the first cola de monos, which were quickly dubbed Colt de Montts and evolved to cola de mono. Or so the story goes.
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1. Simmer the spices in water until reduced by half. Add a cup of the milk, return to simmer, then add the sugar and coffee. Stir until dissolved.
2. Strain the mixture into the remaining milk. Add vanilla and alcohol. Store in the fridge and serve chilled. To make a nonalcoholic beverage, just omit the booze.
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Help Others Have a Merry Christmas
Family members left at home are missing their service members, too. There are families in your community with an active service member away at Christmas. If you don’t know any personally, ask around. Churches can be a great place to start. Reach out and perform one of the acts of kindness that came to your mind when you put yourself in those shoes — you may make the difference in someone’s Christmas.
Send a Care Package
Whether you are putting together a gift for a soldier you know or just want to show your gratitude to any soldier, assembling a care package is a great way to show those in the armed forces they are remembered and loved. If you are working through a service — there are several to choose from — be sure and check with their list of items you shouldn’t pack, as well as their list of items most needed. Chapstick or sunscreen may not seem like a good gift to you but will be much appreciated.
Visit with a Veteran
Just because they’ve returned home doesn’t automatically make the holidays easier. Take a stroll through your local VA hospital and strike up a conversation with someone. Veterans are at high risk for depression, anxiety and suicide, and visits help. Most hospitals have visiting programs, and staff are more than happy to pair you with a veteran who would love a visit.
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Making Hard Candy hile the expression refers to a Christmas so poor the only presents are hard candy, with a little know-how, some science and a lot of sugar, you can make your own hard candy holiday one that shines.
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1. Stir together the white sugar, corn syrup and water in your pot. Cook over medium heat, stirring all the while, until the sugar dissolves. Then bring to a boil. Without stirring, heat to 300310 degrees according to your thermometer. If you don’t have a thermometer, drop a small amount of syrup into cold water. Look for hard, brittle threads to form when it’s ready. 2. Remove the candy from the heat and stir in flavors and colors. Pour onto a greased cookie sheet and dust with confectioners sugar.
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Getting in the Spirit
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Maybe this involves spending some time building a snowman or attending a special church service. Taking in a holiday performance is a great way to soak up the joys of Christmas and an event you can turn into a memorable family tradition. No matter how you find your holiday spirit, here are a few suggestions on how to do it up right.
Choose a Holiday Outfit If you look back at photos of Christmas pasts, you may notice how everyone was dressed in their holiday best, even for opening gifts on Christmas morning. While you may not be ready to part with your Christmas morning PJs, try getting dressed up for another holiday occasion, like a party or a trip to the theater.
Choose your Performance Depending on where you live, there may
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Make a Night of It Plan to go out to dinner before your event. This is also another occasion to show off your holiday best. Be sure to make a reservation; this time of year many restaurants get busy and even restaurants that don’t normally take reservations switch to this system for a month or two in order to give better customer service.
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Host a Christmas Card Party
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Gather Supplies
Shop sales and craft stores to gather supplies for your cards. In this situation, it is best to buy more than you need; any left over supplies will be used at some point or another and will not go to waste. Encourage others to bring odds and ends; someone’s fun ribbon paired with another person’s sticker collection could be just what Santa ordered.
Choose Recipients
This is the most fun part. Choose people or groups of people to receive the fruits of this labor. There are many people who would smile at a homemade card (perhaps their only gift), so it might be hard to narrow down the list of recipients. Women’s shelters, hospitals, nursing homes and organizations that handle sending items to active military personnel are all great choices.
Get the Kids Involved
Whether they are your own or the children of loved ones, encourage the kiddos to participate. Sending Christmas cards is a celebration of the season and a celebration of love and support and you don’t need to be familiar with people in order to give those sentiments. Just remember that writing notes and cards need some thought and focus to keep the sentiment meaningful. Give the younger members of your craft team some context for who the cards are for. Children rarely need to be told what to say when it comes to sharing their hearts, so don’t worry, they will turn out adorable.
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Organize a Toy Drive Pick a Date
The most successful toy drives are held for several days or weeks. The more time you give people, the more likely they are to remember to bring a donation. Your drive should be open for a minimum of five days to give people more than one opportunity to donate.
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Here are just a few ways to make your toy drive a success.
There are many organizations that work tirelessly to provide for those less fortunate. Choosing a cause before you begin will not only help you advertise your drive but will help you set parameters on the types of donations needed. Ask your friends and families which organizations are important to them to get started.
Advertise
Spread the word. Participation relies first on knowing about it. However, you need to choose how big you want your toy drive to become. Yes, the idea is to bring in as many toys
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Collect
The hard part is now over. You and your group of friends have worked hard, and now it is time to relax and watch the generous donations start coming in. Once your drive is complete, organize the donations and arrange to drop them off to your organization. For an added touch, consider writing a personal note to drop off with the items speaking to how much the organization means to you and your family and the experience of organizing the drive.
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25 Days of Traditions
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Choose a tree. Choosing a Christmas tree is a classic tradition with the added bonus of making your home smell amazing. Wear Christmas pajamas. They don’t have to match (but it’s more fun if they do). Christmas cards. Make them or buy them, but please send them out. Elf on the Shelf. Quickly becoming a cult classic. Christmas cookie swap. This party’s entire premise is all about you getting to sample cookies. The holiday joy is baked right in. Angel tree. Be someone else’s Santa. Advent calendar. Counting down the days can be a fun tradition for the entire family. Ornaments. Give your kids or loved one a new ornament each year. Over the years, the tree itself will become a family album. Make hot cocoa. Yum. There are many recipes out there to completely innovate this holiday treat. Take a drive. Admire others’ decorations. Volunteer. This is a hard time of year for others. Turn the act of kindness into a
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The Gift That Keeps on Giving
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hopping local is the ultimate gift you can give your community and it is an incredibly patriotic act. By shopping local, you keep your money local, investing in the place that invests in you. Read on for some inspiring reasons to shop local.
You Make Your Town the Place to Be
Local shops and businesses are what give a town its flavor. By spending money in local shops — especially those that support local makers — you are making a statement that you appreciate those trades and would like to see them remain in the area. Supporting those businesses can even attract more people to your area. Towns and cities with vibrant downtown
areas are hot spots during the shopping season, resulting in more revenue for many related businesses, organizations and tourism bureaus.
You Help Shape Your Community
A community’s small businesses are what give a town or city its heart; these are places that help shape your town’s character and personal brand. Locally owned businesses tend to stock the items and products that they know will sell well. By purchasing from small businesses, you are helping to dictate the items they sell, as well as their overall success in the community.
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Visit a Local Bakery Hand-crafted is not limited to wares. For those on your list who prefer a minimalist lifestyle (or have everything), consider a consumable gift. Local bakeries go into overdrive during the holiday season, producing many delicious treats. Consumable gifts are a great way to show someone you care. One of the great things about local bakeries is that they take advantage of the high store traffic, and often produce specialty items only available during the holiday. Homemade marshmallows and cocoa-dusted truffles will make any friend feel loved.
A Gift with a Story Don’t hesitate to strike up a conversation with the shop owner. Because local businesses have a vested interest in their own success,
Gifting Hand-Crafted they take special care with the items they stock and often know how things are produced. If you find your intended gift has a story, share it. For an added touch of thoughtfulness, choose a piece of fine stationery and write the item’s story down. Include the note with the gift.
Online Platforms Many online forums serve as communities of small-businesses selling handcrafted wares, many of which who work out of their homes. While this may not necessarily be shopping local in the traditional way, it is most definitely shopping small. (You also can probably find local sellers on these platforms.) It is important to support small businesses because most are family-run. A majority of these businesses are so small they need to keep their overhead low, which means no brick and mortar building. By purchasing items from these shops, you are helping someone else’s dream grow and gaining a handmade gift in the process.
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Plan Your Holiday Meal
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ou’ve consulted your cookbooks and perhaps the experts at Food Network, and planned your holiday meal. It is now time to start shopping for the bounty. Instead of heading to your local big-box grocery store, consider spreading the joy. Groceries are an oftenoverlooked aspect of shopping local, and one that can make a big difference not only to a small business, but to your holiday meal as well.
Make a List, Check it Twice
Purchasing items from different shops comes with the territory when it comes to food. The best place for produce may be different that the best shop for meats or bread, unless you have a co-op at your convenience.
Arrange your lists by location. This will help keep you organized and not forget any essential item.
Scout Local Farms
If you are looking for a holiday bird to be the centerpiece of your meal, look around for local farms. Many local farms have a stand at a farmers markets or will advertise through local channels. This is a great way to get a turkey, for example, that is very fresh and most likely been raised cage-free.
Visit a Farmers Market
Depending on your climate, you may have an operating farmers market available to you year round. Fall and early winter months just happen to be prime time for root vegetables. Even if you live in a cooler climate, many open markets try and stay open
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By shopping for an angel is not only an opportunity to purchase items from small businesses, but to support a child in your own community. In the words of the Salvation Army, “Because of you, a child in need experiences the miracle of Christmas.”
About the Program
Each Salvation Army Corps has their own process for signing up and qualifying for the Angel Tree program, but all Angel Tree gifts are given to children from infancy through 18 years of age, whose families are in need of extra assistance around the holidays. The program serves thousands of children every year.
How to Adopt an Angel
Find an Angel Tree in your area. Most shopping malls host one, but if you are unsure of where to start, the Salvation Army keeps a list of locations on their website you can consult. Each tag on the tree lists a child’s name, their age, their gender and a wish lists of items. You can choose any tag you like, using the wish list to guide you as you shop. Then return unwrapped gifts with the tag to the tree.
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Shopping for gifts is an exciting activity and is bound to generate extra zest for the holiday season. Every year, bring another friend along. Have the kids in your group choose an angel who is around their age, and enlist their help in choosing items to gift. Let them know that all of the angels listed on the tree are kids in their community. Help the younger members understand that Santa comes in all forms, and by giving what you can, you become Santa to someone else.
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Giving Tuesday
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ivingTuesday has become a movement that celebrates the act of giving. While the campaign promotes charitable acts and other philanthropy throughout the year, it culminates on the first Tuesday following Thanksgiving. If you decide to participate this year, consider giving your time or money to a local need.
The History
Many noted days now follow the holiday of Thanksgiving. The big day itself is followed by Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year. After this is Shop Small Saturday, Cyber Monday and then Giving Tuesday. Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 by the United Nations Foundation and the 92nd Street Y — marketed for that year’s
Thanksgiving holiday. The intention of the holiday was to mark a day for celebrating the generosity of giving.
By The Numbers
If people enjoy spending money, they also enjoy giving it. Here is GivingTuesday in 2017, by the numbers: • 2.5 million online gifts were given for more than $300 million
in monetary value. • More than 150 countries participated in the campaign, along with more than 120 community coalitions. • The social media impression of the campaign reached 21.7 billion. That’s right, billion.
Turning Giving Tuesday into a Local Affair While there are many
worthy national campaigns and foundations performing great work, there is something to be said for providing charitable acts in your hometown. Support a local charity or find a local chapter of a larger foundation you admire. Also keep in mind that not all giving has to be monetary. If you’re strapped for cash, there are many causes that would appreciate your time — even if it’s only for a few hours.
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hop Small Saturday is a national campaign and one of the most influential in encouraging consumers to spend their dollars locally or to support small businesses. A crucial element of these campaigns is for small business owners to join in to provide their unique voice to the marketing. If you own a small business, you should be performing all of the following 10 small business marketing basics — some of which take less than five minutes. 1. Like the Small Business Saturday page on Facebook. You might be surprised how much online traffic this will bring your business.
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door, but find a way to show you notice them and appreciate them stopping by. 7. Post often on your businesses social media accounts. You should always strive to stay in people’s feeds and in front of their eyes. 8. Connect with customers. If a particular item a customer is holding has a story, be sure to let them know. 9. Participate in local events. This includes ribbon cuttings and town festivals. When people start associating your face with your business, you become a walking, breathing advertisement. 10. Give back. This could even mean sponsoring a summer league team. You may be hesitant to provide 30 uniforms, but with your name on the back, people will be seeing your business at every game all season long.
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Peppermint Bark
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aking candy with family and friends could turn out to be the most delicious Christmas tradition yet! This holiday season, try your hand at peppermint bark. This is a lowstress kind of candy that is so easy to customize per your taste, includes zero wrapping and looks gorgeous.
your life so much easier when the candy cools. 2. Grab the dark chocolate and melt it through the double boiler method. Pour the chocolates into a glass or metal bowl, and place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. This allows the chocolates to melt slowly. Stir until you have a smooth consistency. 3. Next, pour the dark chocolate onto the parchment-lined pan. Allow the chocolate to spread (or help it out with a spatula) it evenly covers the surface. 4. Then, grab a second bowl and repeat the same process with the white chocolate. Your finished product will have better results if the dark chocolate is still warm when you layer the white chocolate onto it. Again, you want an even layer. 5. Before the white chocolate cools, sprinkle your crushed peppermint candies on top.
Ingredients
12 oz. white chocolate 12 oz. dark chocolate Crushed peppermint candy
Supplies
9x12 lipped cookie sheet Parchment paper Saucepan and two metal or glass bowls 1. Before you get started with the chocolates, line your pan with parchment paper. This will make
6. Let the whole pan harden in the refrigerator for at least two hours before breaking the candy into pieces. Since the goal is a bark-like form, there is no right or wrong way to do this. These candies can be stored in a bag or airtight container on the counter, unless you live in a warm or humid climate, then the refrigerator is best.
Customize
This candy is easy to customize.
First, you can use any type of peppermint candy you want. Don’t go looking for pre-crushed peppermint. Rather, purchase candy canes or peppermint drops and crush them yourself. Don’t like dark chocolate? Substitute milk chocolate or forgo it altogether. This is one of the few candy recipes that require only three ingredients and no thermometer. Enjoy its simplicity and yummy taste throughout the Christmas season.
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Set Realistic Expectations Don’t paint Norman Rockwell holiday scenes in your head, and especially avoid comparing yourself to other family members, advises the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Instead, adjust your expectations and try to focus on positive accomplishments and experiences.
Here Comes the Sun
Make sure to make time to soak up some rays, especially if you’re prone to seasonal changes in mood. Even indoor lighting, like fluorescent lights, can help. Punch up your exposure by taking a quick walk outside on a sunny day.
Holiday State of Mind Stay Away From the Drinks
Alcohol is a depressant, and while it may be tempting to reach for a drink to relax at a party or after a stressful day, don’t do it. NAMI reports a 20 percent overlap between people with anxiety or mood disorders and substance use, even though alcohol and drugs can exacerbate their symptoms.
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Rest Up
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See Your Therapist
If you’re in therapy, stay there. With a busy holiday schedule, it can be difficult to keep appointments. But make your therapist a priority. The holidays, with travel, family and more, can bring up a lot of emotions. Make sure that you’re coping with them in a healthy way. Keep up with your medications, too, and make sure
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Holiday Mindfulness
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Acceptance Practicing mindfulness also means practicing acceptance, says the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley. Pay attention to your thoughts and feelings without judging them; in these moments, there is no right or wrong way to feel. During mindfulness, your thoughts should tune in
to the present moment rather than turning to past events or imagining the future.
It Does A Body Good According to the center, practicing mindfulness can improve sleep and feelings of depression, help you cope with stress, helps the mind focus and increases compassion. It may even help you eat less and improve your immune system.
Put it into Practice Here are some ways to practice mindfulness from the Greater Good Science Center. During these exercises, pay attention to your breathing, especially when you’re feeling a strong emotion. Also, pay attention to all your senses in the moment. Recognize your thoughts and emotions to
not define you. Mindful breathing: Take slow, even breaths in and out. Pay attention to the physical sensations of the breath as it flows in and out. Body scan: Pay attention to each part of your body in turn, from head to toe. Walking meditation: Focus
the movement of your feet as you take a path 10 paces long, back and forth. Feel your feet touching and leaving the ground. Loving-kindness meditation: Extend compassion toward people, starting with yourself, then someone close to you, an acquaintance, and so on, until you get to all beings.
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Get on Track
To control how much you’re eating and drinking, it’s important to understand just how much you’re eating and drinking. Track your food and drink, whether it’s in a notebook or by an app on your phone. This will allow you to see just how many calories you’re consuming and when you’re consuming it. It may surprise you, for instance, at how many calories you drink. It’ll make it easier for you to see where you need to cut.
Tag a Buddy
Ask a friend to help you keep an eye on your consumption, especially when you’re out at holiday parties. Hold each other accountable and help each other make more
healthful choices while you’re making the holiday rounds.
Fake It, Don’t Take It
If you’re feeling pressured to drink at a holiday party, start ordering drinks that look like alcoholic beverages, but aren’t. A soda with a twist of lime looks awfully like a whole handful of vodka drinks, but is just good ol’ H20. You can also order soft drinks or juice, both of which are pretty common mixers, but ask the bartender to hold the booze. When it comes to food, give yourself permission to indulge, but only take the foods you really love and leave the rest. If you’re pressured to just try a little, remember it adds up. Practice telling people (maybe that pushy aunt who always has a new gelled salad recipe) no.
Plan, Plan, Plan
If you know you’re going to an event where there’s likely to be a lot of food or a big meal, plan accordingly. Take smaller portions for the rest of your meals that day. Plan an extra workout. Stay hydrated to help fight bloating from extra salt and sugar.
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Quick Holiday Workouts
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ime is short during the holiday season, but that’s no excuse to skip out on working out. Try some of these tips to squeeze in some exercise.
Use Intervals
Interval training alternates between different exercises, usually with varying degrees of effort, speed or strength. This alternation between more-intense and less-intense workouts can bring big benefits. The Mayo Clinic says interval training can burn more calories, improve your aerobic capacity and can be done without special equipment. As with any workout, make sure to warm up and stretch before and after you exercise.
Bodyweight Exercises
Bodyweight exercises are much what they sound like. They use the body’s natural weight to build strength in muscle groups. No special equipment or extra weights are needed. An example of a bodyweight exercise is a chin-up, sit-up or a push-up. However, you can also do twists, squats and balance exercises. Start out
with two sets of 10 reps and only increase the sets or reps when it becomes easy.
Going for a Walk
Look at your holiday errands and see if you can walk to any shops or stores you plan to visit. If you have to drive, park as far from the store as possible. Skip the elevators and take the stairs. When you have a break at work, take a stroll around the neighborhood, to a different floor, or maybe even just around the parking lot. Anything to get your step count (and your energy levels) up.
Don’t Ignore the Core
Getting your arms and legs moving is easy, but keep a care for your core muscles, too. Your core muscles are in your torso and help with balance, posture and strength. Some exercises to help your core are planks (balance your weight on your toes and forearms and hold the position), kneeling extensions (on your hands and knees, extend one leg and the opposite arm out and hold for a count of 10), and chair crunches (on your back, place your lower legs on
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Out in the Cold Protect Hands, Feet and Face
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hen the weather outside is frightful, it can be easy to take a pass on your outdoor workout. But don’t do that! Keeping as close to your routine as possible is important to staying healthy and managing stress levels during the holiday season. Luckily, there’s plenty of gear out there to make a winter workout more pleasant.
Layer Up
Dress in layers before going out, the Mayo Clinic says. Dressing too warmly for the type of exercise you’ll be doing is a mistake, as is not wearing enough clothes to guard against frostbite and hypothermia. Layers are the answer. As you exercise and start to sweat, strip off layers. As you cool down, put them back on as needed. The Mayo Clinic says to start with a layer of thin, synthetic material to wick sweat away from your body. Next, add fleece or wool for insulation, and, finally, a waterproof, breathable outer layer.
Cold temps draw blood (and warmth) to your body’s core, leaving your hands, head and feet open to frostbite. Wear glove liners made of wicking fabric under heavier gloves or mittens for the best protection, the Mayo Clinic advises. Remove the outer layer when you get sweaty. For your feet, buy training shoes a half size or a size larger to allow for extra socks. Use a hat or headband for protect your ears. If it’s super cold outside, wear a scarf or a ski mask to protect your nose and face.
Warm Weather Tips That Aren’t
We usually talk about drinking plenty of water and wearing sunscreen during the summer, but these are important tips for the winter, too. Sweating while you’re working out combined with the drying power of winter’s wind can make you dehydrated just as easily as summer’s beating sun. And it’s easy to get sunburned in winter, too, especially if you’re exercising in the snow or at altitude. Make sure your sunscreen blocks UVA and UVB rays and that your lip balm has a sunscreen, too. If you’re in a snowy area, protect your eyes from snow and ice glare with dark glasses or goggles.
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Use Intervals
Interval training alternates between different exercises, usually with varying degrees of effort, speed or strength. This alternation between more-intense and less-intense workouts can bring big benefits. The Mayo Clinic says interval training can burn more calories, improve your aerobic capacity and can be done without special equipment. As with any workout, make sure to warm up and stretch before and after you exercise.
Bodyweight Exercises
Bodyweight exercises are much what they sound like. They use the body’s natural weight to build strength in muscle groups. No special equipment or extra weights are needed. An example of a bodyweight exercise is a chin-up, sit-up or a push-up. However, you can also do twists, squats and balance exercises. Start out
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Going for a Walk
Look at your holiday errands and see if you can walk to any shops or stores you plan to visit. If you have to drive, park as far from the store as possible. Skip the elevators and take the stairs. When you have a break at work, take a stroll around the neighborhood, to a different floor, or maybe even just around the parking lot. Anything to get your step count (and your energy levels) up.
Don’t Ignore the Core
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Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a time to honor those who died in active military service. It was originally celebrated each year on May 30 but is now recognized on the last Monday of May. History According to the Public Broadcasting Service, the holiday was originally called Decoration Day. It was first widely observed on May 30, 1868, to commemorate the sacrifices of Civil War Soldiers, by proclamation of Gen. John A. Logan. It was 1971 when Congress officially passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which established Memorial Day would be celebrated on the last Monday of May. Arlington National Cemetery commemorates the holiday each year by placing a small American flag on each grave.
Days of Celebration Veteran’s Day
This holiday is dedicated to American veterans of all wars. It is celebrated annually on Nov. 11. The reason for the date of celebration is to commemorate the end of World War I. While the official resolution wasn’t until June 28, 1919, when the Treaty of Versailles was signed, Nov. 11 is widely considered as the end of “the war to end all wars.� According to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, an armistice between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. On May 13, 1938, an act was approved to dedicate a day to the cause of world peace, it was deemed Armistice Day. It wasn’t until June 1, 1954, when Nov. 11 was officially recognized as a day to honor American veterans.
Armed Forces Day
This day is meant to pay special tribute to the active personnel of the United States Armed Forces.
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elebrating the holidays while a loved one is away serving their country can be trying for the family members at home. If you know a family who is without their loved one this holiday, consider making them a part of your own traditions.
Small Gestures
Sometimes, it’s the little things that count. If you notice resistance regarding your invitation to spend the holidays with your family, consider making these small gestures to honor their wishes. Baked goods: Find the recipe for your favorite baked item to deliver a delicious treat they can serve at their gathering. Make a phone call: A short conversation can help take someone’s mind off the fact their servicemember is away for the holidays. Assure them you are there if they need anything and that they are in your thoughts. Volunteer together: Find a cause the family is passionate about and donate your time to benefit their efforts.
Send an Invite
If a family is interested in joining your holiday gatherings, be sure to incorporate some of their traditions. When planning your event, have a conversation about how they celebrate. This can make them feel more comfortable and less intrusive. If your gettogether features a dinner, ask them to bring along a dish they typically share during their holiday meals. You may find yourself with a new tradition.
Donate
Donate to an organization that supports military families. There are many great programs where presents or meals are delivered to thousands of active-duty bases across the country. The charity Operation Homefront does a great job with their Holiday Meals for Military and Holiday Toy Drive. There are also local groups that are executing similar projects or service drives. You may be surprised by what you can find in your own backyard.
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Volunteer Transportation Network
This important program was established to provide transportation for veterans in need of services from a VA facility. According to guidelines, volunteers are permitted to offer rides in their privately owned conveyance or government-owned vehicle, including donated autos. If providing transportation isn’t possible, you can still show your support by donating to the network.
Volunteer at a VA Hospital Welcome Home Celebrations
Around the country, the VA sponsors Welcome Home events to celebrate returning service members and their families. These occasions are generally meant to provide information and guidance regarding health care and benefits through the Department of Veteran Affairs. Check with your local VA Voluntary Service office to learn how to get started.
Student Volunteer Program
Don’t forget to include your children when volunteering! Showing them the importance of supporting the veterans and active-duty members of our military is a great lesson to share. Not only will military men and women benefit, but so will the young participants. Here are
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It is also a great addition to a college application and will qualify for a nomination for the James H. Parke Memorial scholarship. Whichever way you choose to volunteer, know that you are making a difference in the lives of those who protect or have protected our freedom.
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here are many organizations that require donations to send care packages and supplies to active-duty service members. You can get the entire community involved by holding a fundraiser and donating the proceeds to an important cause. Before beginning plans for your gathering, be sure to check with local officials about any regulations about charity drives. They will assist you in choosing a proper venue or location based on the number of attendants you are expecting. It’s important to ensure all rules are being followed so the fundraiser is successful.
Initial Planning
To host a beneficial event for military members, there are many factors to consider during the planning stage. Here are some
tips from the Association of Fundraising Professionals to keep in mind. Choose your team: You will need help from trusted friends or family when throwing the event. Consider who you want on your side as an event coordinator, communications manager, operations manager and fundraising program manager. Each role is important to a successful fundraiser, so make sure to choose representatives with the same passions as you. Find sponsors: You can also get a lot of help by soliciting local businesses to sponsor your event. Ask for donations, products to auction or for them to advertise by hanging flyers. Choose a venue: You should choose a location that is well known in the community. Ensure it is easy to find and safe for the size of crowd you are expecting.
Get the Word Out
You don’t have to have a family member or loved one in the military to show your support. In fact, anyone who feels compelled to raise funds can get involved. After the initial details are in
place, it’s time to start promotion. Contact local radio stations or news agencies to advertise the event. Make sure to explain which organization funds will be donated to and the importance of their cause. Social media will be your best friend as you can reach a large audience in seconds. Consider inviting a local hero from the military as a guest speaker. They can express how important donations are to the recipients.
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Start a Group
Are you an active member of your church or community nonprofit? Do you run a business or are you a youth sports coach? If so, you likely have the manpower to start a decorations committee focused on transforming various buildings throughout your area. Recruit your organizational members, employers or players to donate their time to the cause. You’ll likely find that with a little direction and incentive, you can convince a large majority of people to help.
If you aren’t part of any local groups, check with your local organizations or faith leaders to see if your help is needed. Pitch the idea of decorating specific buildings or areas around town and see what they think. Your ideas could be the springboard to the most community-centered Christmas celebration your area has ever seen.
Be Efficient, Creative
When the time comes to start decorating, have a plan in place to make sure things go smoothly. Coordinate with your other volunteers, giving them specific duties and goals. You should also be in close contact with the organization you’re decorating for to find out if there are certain designs, colors or themes they would like to see. Creativity is the key to pulling off great decorations. Does your downtown area have light posts along a town square or circle? Talk with your committee or city officials about hanging colorful wreaths on the posts to set the Christmas mood. Ask about setting up a nativity scene in a prominent place on the square to remind people about the true reason for the season.
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Hays Community Theater presents: Little Women Friday, November 30 Sunday, December 2 Time TBA 2th Street Auditorium Winter Art Walk, Downtown Tree Lighting, Ellis County Historical Society Museum Open House Friday, December 7 The Bricks in Downtown Hays Christmas Past at Old Fort Hays Friday, December 7 & Saturday, December 8 Time TBA Historic Fort Hays Site (Events and Times subject to change)
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Visit Ellinwood for the Holidays Tuesday, November 27 6th - 12th Grade Band Concert 7:00 p.m., Ellinwood High School Auditorium
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Sunday, December 2 6th Annual Christkindlmarket 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Downtown Shopping, Tours, Carriage Ride, Living Nativity, Sankt Nikolas and more
Monday, December 17 3rd - 6th Grade Vocal Music Concert 7:00 p.m., Ellinwood High School Auditorium
Ellinwood Hospital Foundation Christmas Gala 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. St. Joseph Parish Center Social Hour, Silent Auction, Dinner and Live Auction Tuesday, December 4 Middle School Vocal Music Concert 7:00 p.m., Ellinwood High School Auditorium Monday, December 10 High School Winter Concert 7:00 p.m., St. Joseph’s Church
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Saturday, December 8: • Santa House | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Downtown Larned • Larned Civic PRIDE’s Kiddie Shopping Day • Fort Larned’s Christmas Past Celebration 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm Fort Larned National Historic Site
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any families celebrate the holidays with a bountiful home-cooked meal and gathering of loved ones. Our active-duty service members sacrifice this wholesome experience while they defend our country. Fortunately, you can help send a little taste of home while they are away. Operation Homefront has been around since 2008 and has served nearly 80,000 families. According to the organization, their 2017 events raised enough donations to serve nearly 10,000 families with everything they needed for a holiday meal. Help them raise that number even higher in 2018 by attending an event in your area or sending a donation.
The Organization’s History The inception of the Holiday Meals for Military program happened by accident. In Utica, New York, a soldier, his wife and their infant child were in line at a grocery store, collecting items for their Thanksgiving feast. They soon realized they could not afford the few products
they were attempting to purchase. Luckily, Ken Ruff, an executive at Beam Global, was in the same store and offered to pay for the groceries. After talking with the family, he learned the soldier had just returned from deployment and was having trouble catching up with his bills. It soon dawned on Ruff that there were many military families in the same situation, and he wanted to help. With only four weeks left until Christmas, Ruff canceled a large order of gift baskets the company would typically deliver to their customers. Instead, he used the funding and donations from partners to provide meals for about 500 families in the first year. Thanks to generous donations, the organization has seen a growth in the number of meals they deliver annually.
How You Can Help In addition to sending donations online or by mail, the organization has several other ways you can give back. Homefront Hero: Become a member of the organization and pledge to donate as much
as you’d like. On their website, you can set an amount and recurring time frame for the group to take donations right from your account. Planned Giving: This option is a way to donate during your lifetime or at death. Consider planning your contribution in will, living trust or a bequest.
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Christmas on the Prairie
Join the Santa Fe Trail Center Museum from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on December 15, 2018 for Christmas on the Prairie. This unique holiday experience will give you a glimpse into what Christmas was like for early American settlers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Travel back in time through the sod house, Johnson Street Escue Chapel, Frizell Depot, and L’Dora Schoolhouse. While visiting the buildings you will get to enjoy special treats and hands-on activities. A horse drawn wagon will be available to take you around the grounds. Santa Claus will be at the museum as well—ready to hear Christmas wishes and take photos with the kids. There is even a rumor that he may bring one of his reindeer with him. Hot apple cider will be served in the main museum and the galleries will be open for visitors to view. You won’t want to miss all the changes in the East Gallery. The Trail Gift Shop has some great stocking stuffers and last minute Christmas gifts too. The gift shop recently added some very nice pieces of Native American jewelry, handmade coffee mugs, and Kansas landscape paintings by a local artist. This event is free and open to the public. The Santa Fe Trail Center Museum is located two miles west of Larned on K156 Hwy. For more information, please call 620-285-2054 or visit www.santafetrailcenter.org.
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Send Your Personal Thanks
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ith the internet and social media, sending messages to anywhere in the world has never been easier. Thank a military member this holiday season by preparing a heartfelt thank you for their service. Whether you choose to send an email, a handwritten letter or upload a video, make sure your appreciation is clearly displayed! It is easy for soldiers to become discouraged of their lifestyle, especially if they are miles away from their loved ones and home. You can do your part this holiday by expressing how important their sacrifice and service is to your family and the country. By Letter There may not be a more personal way to say thanks
seem less personal than a letter, it’s the quickest way to get your message to a hero. Be sure to include exciting news about their hometowns or interests. In addition to thanking them, ask how you can help make their time away easier. This may mean checking in on their friends or family members or sending along pictures of their pets or loved ones. Reminding them of home can be a welcome distraction when far away. than writing out a handwritten letter. Remember these tips from Operation Gratitude when preparing a thank you. • Begin with a generic salutation, such as “Dear Heroâ€? or “Dear Brave One.â€? • Share stories about yourself as well as interests. • Be sure to include your return
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