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400 W. Cherokee St. • Blacksburg, SC • 864-839-2334

370 Peachoid Road • Gaffney, SC

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CELEBRATIONS Across the Nation By Ann Jarema IF YOU LOVE TO TRAVEL AND LOOK FORWARD TO GETTING INTO THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT EVERY YEAR,WHY NOT COMBINE YOUR TWO PASSIONS? EVERY YEAR, SMALL TOWNS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES GET THEIR HOLIDAY ON WITH CELEBRATIONS THAT ARE SURE TO DELIGHT EVEN THE SCROOGES AMONG US. CHECK OUT THIS LIST FOR SOME OF OUR FAVORITE HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS ACROSS THE NATION.

DURANGO, COLORADO

–If you loved the 2004 film "The Polar Express" or the book that inspired it by Chris Van Allsburg, then this town will make you want to shout “All aboard!” Durango provides you with your very own "Polar Express" experience complete with chefs, a hobo, the conductor, the Hero Boy, Billy, elves, and Santa himself. Enjoy hot chocolate while listening to the story on your way to North Pole. And look forward to a personal visit to your train car from Santa! 4

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA – While your

Christmas adventure may begin in Asheville, it certainly

to be the oldest continuously occupied settlement of European origin in our country, is hands down our favorite holiday celebration. National Geographic magazine even revered St. Augustine as one of the 10 best places in the world to see holiday lights, and with their Nights of Lights celebration, it is no wonder. This light tradition usually commences the Saturday before Thanksgiving and runs its course through late January.

won’t stop there. Several of the surrounding towns, all inspired by Norman Rockwell, get into the spirit too. Plan to stop through Forest City, Bryson City, Hendersonville, Dillsboro, Beech Mountain and Banner Elk, Sylva, Saluda,Waynesville, Rutherfordton, Brevard, Morganton, and the Biltmore Village to take in the numerous charming streets, light displays and holiday shopping.

BETHLEHEM, CONNECTICUT – This small town has a population of under 4,000, but celebrates Christmas in a big way! With craft sales, hayrides, Christmas train rides, pictures with Santa, and plenty of food, this town will keep you entertained for hours. And when done with all of those fun festive activities, you’ll find plenty of other ways to stay entertained with a trip to the local indoor flea market or vineyard. And of course, shopping at The Christmas Shop is a must.

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SANTA CLAUS, INDIANA – This tiny

town proudly boasts a population of under 3,000 and each year, the town post office receives thousands of letters addressed to the city namesake. And what’s even more special? Santa Claus actually responds to each and every letter, with the help of a few special elf volunteers. Additionally, the town’s celebration spans three weeks and includes a Christmas parade, 5k, festival of lights and even chestnuts roasting on an open fire.

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Gaffney, SC

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If you haven’t seen the videos blasting all over social media of these FabFitFun boxes, rest assured that she probably has.The FabFitFun box creates an element of surprise and each package (arrives quarterly) is full of skin care items and make-up samples (and not just a tiny sample… these samples are large enough to offer multiple uses), fitness accessories, jewelry and more.To order, visit www.fabfitfun.com If she likes technology or is always leaving on the lights (or pestering you for leaving on the lights), get her an Amazon Echo Dot. This device is great for responding to even the most complex questions, reporting on the weather, providing a quick update on current events, controlling the temperature on the thermostat and turning off the lights. (HINT: Have her ask her new Echo Dot, “Why are fire engines red?”)

By Ann Jarema

Does she love to cook but not have time to shop? Why not try a Hello Fresh Meal Kit? Hello Fresh is a low-risk order as no subscription is required. To order, visit www.hellofresh. com, and she will receive a one-time delivery of recipes, along with all of the necessary ingredients to create that night’s dinner masterpiece. If she likes to read, likes a great coffee table book and conversation piece, or is one heck of a lady, pick up a copy of Ann Shen’s book, “Bad Girls Throughout History: 100 Remarkable Women Who Changed the World (Women in History Book, Book of Women Who Changed the World).”This book covers amazing women throughout history, inclusive of pirates, scientists, activists, and more.

As long as you take some time to think abou t HER and HER inter ests, you’l l be sure to select a gift that will light up her face , and that will make her feel spec ial. Hap py shop ping !

for GIFT IDEAS

HER Let’s face it, women can be hard to shop for. Whether buying for mom, a spouse or significant other, a daughter, a grandmother, or even an aunt, the entire act of purchasing a gift for a special woman in your life can be fraught with anxiety. And you might be scratching your head, or channeling Mel Gibson in his 2000 romance film, “What Women Want.” But, make it easy on yourself. Women want to know that you have taken the time to think about them… so if you are already trying to figure out what to do, you’ve already taken the first step, and she’ll be thankful knowing that you didn’t just run to the nearby convenience store, grabbing the first bottle perfume you found on the shelf. Here are some quick suggestions to help you make her gift special.

Does she have a great soaking tub and like to relax after a long day at work or a visit to the gym? The LifeAround2Angels Bath Bombs Gift Set is made in the USA, and is truly the bomb (times 12)! The bombs will create a delightful fizz in the tub, and will not leave a stain or ugly residue.

Adapted and reprinted with permission from The Institute for Local Self-Reliance, a national nonprofit organization working to strengthen independent businesses and local economies.

As you make your list and check it twice, consider the benefits of shopping locally for your holiday gifts and needs. By choosing to support locally owned businesses, you contribute to strengthening your neighborhood and sustaining your community. Here are some valuable reasons for supporting locally owned businesses. Protect Local Prosperity - Your support helps your communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diversity and uniqueness because locally owned businesses link neighbors economically and socially. Local DecisionMaking - Local ownership means that important decisions are made locally by people who live in the community.

Keeping Dollars in the Local Economy Locally owned businesses enrich the community because they recycle a large share of their revenue back into the local economy. Jobs and Wages Locally owned businesses create more local jobs and, in some sectors, provide better wages and benefits than chains. Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship is a key means for families to move out of low-wage jobs & into the middle class.

Locally owned businesses have a greater impact on enriching the community.

Environmental Sustainability - Local stores help to sustain vibrant, compact, walkable town centers which are essential to reducing sprawl, automobile use, habitat loss, and air and water pollution. Competition - A marketplace of small businesses is the best way to ensure innovation and low prices. Product Diversity - Small businesses, each selecting products based on their own interests and the needs of their local customers, guarantee a much broader range of product choices.

WHEN YOU BUY FROM A SMALL BUSINESS, YOU ARE HELPING A LITTLE GIRL GET DANCE LESSONS, A LITTLE BOY GET HIS TEAM JERSEY, A MOM & DAD PUT FOOD ON THE TABLE. THANKS FOR SHOPPING LOCAL ALL SEASON LONG. We are the supporter of local business. Serving Blacksburg & Gaffney 864-489-5721 cherokeechamber.org

for GIFT IDEAS

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Get your coffee lover a caffeine fix for the entire year. Check out your local coffee shops, stock up on bags of local coffee and give him a new blend every month.

HIM THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX WITH THESE FUN AND FUNCTIONAL GIFTS. NO MATTER HIS INTERESTS OR LIFESTYLE, THERE’S A SPECIAL GIFT OUT THERE JUST FOR HIM! By Emily Fox

Old -fas hio ne d sh av e kit The perfect gift for all bearded beaus: this old-fashioned kit will keep him looking sharp! As an added bonus, many of the blades in these kits are kinder to skin than disposable razors.

Vi ny l re cord bo oken ds These vinyl record bookends will lend a cool new look to his bookshelves.To make it even more special, hit up your local thrift store and make them yourself!

Rev up game night with this fun new word game! This twisting alphabet game will test his creativity and competitiveness...and it’s perfect for traveling.

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Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you can’t get ready for warmer weather. Grill-loving guys will flip over this basket that can pull double-duty on the grill and over a campfire.

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139 Forest Hills Drive • 864-489-6584 “For Those Who Prefer Quality!”

Warm Holiday Wishes! HOPE is BORN

Emanuel

Sunday, December 15 @ 6 pm in the Sanctuary

Shopping List  Spouse

 Grandfathers

 Co-Workers

______________________

 Children

 Aunts

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 Teachers

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 Uncles

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 School Staff

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(cafeteria, bus, etc.)

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 Cousins

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 Mother

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 Father

 Nieces

 Household Helpers

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(housekeeper, babysitter, etc.)

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 Sisters

 Nephews

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 Friends

 Service Workers

 Brothers

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(mailmen, garbage collectors, etc.)

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 In-Laws

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 Clergy

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 Neighbors

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 Grandmothers

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 Pets

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 Bosses ______________________ ______________________

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The Holy Cross proclaims your faith. Interlocking circles celebrate your marriage. Three diamonds represent your past, present and future.

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Serenity Prayer • Lord’s Prayer Phlippians 4:13

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Countdown to

CHRISTMAS Sunday

Take Vintage Photos For Christmas Cards

Make Hand Stamped Christmas Cards

Make Your Own Christmas Potpourri

Make Your Own Hand Stamped Wrapping Paper

Make Divinity

Saturday

Sunday

6 Make Your Salt Dough Ornaments

Mail Your Christmas Cards

8 Decorate Your Christmas Tree

Bring Flowers to Your Church

Take Gifts To Teachers

Saturday

Sunday

Make Your Christmas Centerpiece

Write Letters To Santa

Hang Some Christmas Lights

Go Christmas Caroling

Make Christmas Candy

Do Your Make Ahead and Freeze Prep for Christmas Dinner

Host an Ice Cream Social at a Nursing Home

Decorate a Gingerbread House

Saturday

Sunday

Watch a Christmas Movie

Host A Christmas Get Together

Do Final Touches to Decorations

Have Friends Over to Bake Cookies

Visit Santa and Take a Picture

Tuesday

24 Watch “A Christmas Story” and drink some hot chocolate

HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS PROJECT

LIGHTS & ORNAMENTS IN GLASS BOWL By Ann Jarema

CHRISTMAS SEASON TENDS TO BRING OUT THE BEST IN MOST OF US, AND IN MANY CASES, GETS US IN THE MOOD TO DECORATE AND CREATE NEW WAYS TO SHOWCASE THE BEAUTY OF THE SEASON. IF YOU WANT TO CREATE A GREAT COUNTERTOP OR MANTLE PIECE FOR THE HOLIDAYS, USING ITEMS YOU LIKELY HAVE READILY AVAILABLE AT HOME, LOOK NO FURTHER. THIS ELEGANT AND FUN CHRISTMAS LIGHT ORNAMENT BOWL IS EASY TO PUT TOGETHER, AND EVEN MORE FUN TO ARRANGE.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:  A string of Christmas lights (color of your choice). If you plan to put your project within the vicinity of an outlet and your cord will be discreet, electrical lights are just fine. But, if you will not be able to access an outlet or if you want to keep your cord more hidden, head to your local home improvement store to pick up a string or two of batteryoperated lights.  A large glass bowl.  Ornaments – those with shiny or reflective metallic surfaces are recommended. DO NOT use cloth or flammable ornaments for this project.  Snow fluff (optional)  Craft paper roll (optional)

NOW THAT YOU HAVE YOUR SUPPLIES READY TO GO,THE NEXT PART IS FUN AND EASY.

• Arrange your bowl at its intended destination. If you will be using snow fluff, you may wish to lay down a few sheets of crafting paper underneath. • Place one end of your Christmas lights at the bottom of the bowl (make sure that the plug or the battery mechanism are not placed in the bowl… keep that end out). • Start positioning your ornaments inside the bowl, one by one, making sure to adjust the Christmas light strand within the bowl (but not necessarily around each ornament

as the goal is to keep the cord from being visible). • Sprinkle snow fluff around the bowl and place a few ornaments haphazardly on the snow fluff, to create the look of a bowl spilling over. • Position the rest of your lights so that the cord comes out the back side, or wherever it will be least visible. • Test your lighting to ensure that your ornaments reflect when the lights are turned on. Reposition your ornaments if needed, to create the maximum effect.

Now , step ba ck and take a look at you r pro ject , and sm ile. Yo u did it!

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BAPTIST CHURCH

SUNDAYS OF ADVENT

December 1 - 8 - 15 - 22 Lighting of the Advent Wreath and Christmas music every Sunday during 11:00 worship

THE HANGING OF THE GREENS Sunday, December 1, 6:00 P.M. in the sanctuary

“LET’S HAVE A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION” Dessert Theater Sunday, December 8, 6:00 P.M. in The Family Life Center Presented By: The Youth and Children’s Drama Group Seekers of His Heart Mixed Ensemble 4 for HIM Tickets are required but free and are available in the Church Office through December 2. Nursery provided by reservation in the Church Office by Monday, November 25.

“COME AND SEE THE LIGHT”

Thursday, December 12, and Tuesday, December 17 Both services at 7:00 P.M. in the sanctuary Christmas Music and Drama Presented By: The Worship Choir, Amazing Grace Singers, Children’s Choir, Drama Ministry, and Guest Musicians. NURSERY PROVIDED

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Hometown STAFF Executive Publishers Greg and Suzanne Polk Fox

Fox Print and Creative Publishing, LLC Managing Editor Suzanne Polk Fox

Writers

Amanda Bochain Emily Fox Ann Jarema Art Director

Dianne Waller Production

Claire Thomas Design

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The message of Christmas is simple yet profound. God sent His Son Jesus into a sin-filled world as a baby to grow up, live a sinless life and die for our sins on a cross. But, the story does not end there, Jesus arose from the grave and He lives today, offering forgiveness for our sins and salvation for those who put their trust in Him. May the timeless message of our Saviourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birth fill your hearts with joy and peace both now and in the coming year.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Ashby & Debbie Blakely