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TOYS FOR TOTS TRAIN scheduled to arrive in Whitehall at the Amtrak Station at around 11:00 am on SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7TH. If anyone would like to make a donation, they can drop off a new unwrapped toy or a donation of cash at the American Legion, Post 83 on Main St. in Whitehall, NY. Contact Jim Lafayette at 518-499-1150 for more information.
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Must Do Holiday Activities The Holidays are here with Winter Delights and a Giving Spirit Nature’s stage is set for the holidays. Whether Adirondack or Green, the mountains above us are bare and blue with cold. Thermometer red huddles at the bottom for warmth. And the wind that whips off Champlain, Bomoseen or Catherine reminds us all of winter coats. In cities, towns and villages, workers playing elves have strung holiday lights as high up as they can, and then flipped the switch. All that we need now is…snow. “It’s that festive season of the year,” Charles Dickens once wrote. And that master of “Christmas Carol” cheer would urge us all, if he were here, to hold the holidays to our hearts and reach out for
each and every treat of the season. Here at Manchester Newspapers, we have put together the best list that we can of ways and means to make “merry” during the holidays. Contained within the following pages are all of the tree lightings, craft fairs, holiday bazaars, music venues, decorated rail trains, lighted skating rinks and packedpowder ski slopes that we could find by word of mouth, phone or email. So while you read this, as you sip from your bowl of Christmas punch, think hard and choose carefully from our generous menu of holiday merry-making suggestions.
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On the First Day of Christmas my true love gave to me ... One Local Gift Basket of Chocolate On the Second Day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Two Bottles of Local Craft Beverages On the Third Day of Christmas my true love gave to me ... Three Skeins of Local Yarn On the Fourth Day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Four Lift Tickets to a Local Ski Area On the Fifth Day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Five Golden Locally made Rings On the Sixth Day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Six Books by Local Authors On the Seventh Day of Christmas my true love gave to me ... Seven Local Theater Tickets On the Eighth Day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Eight Locally Grown Wreaths On the Ninth Day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Nine Pints of Local Milk On the Tenth Day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Ten Local Gift Certificates On the Eleventh Day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Eleven Blocks of Local Cheese On the Twelfth Day of Christmas my true love gave to me ... Twelve Locally Produced Crafts
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Holiday parades
an arts and crafts superstore. There is a $25 participation fee for interested vendors and all proceeds from sales go directly to the vendors.
Salem Holiday Parade
All holiday enthusiasts are welcome to be a part of the 2014 annual Salem Holiday Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6. The parade will start at 3:30 p.m. and participating groups are expected to begin lining up near the A&J Agway store on Thomas Street around 2:45 p.m. The parade will begin at Vail Street and proceed down Main Street, ending at the fairgrounds. The theme for the parade is “The Joys of the Holidays.” This year’s parade is sponsored by the Salem Chamber of Commerce and organized by Courthouse Community Center board members Karen Sheldon, Brenda Levey and Tom Tanaka. The committee is seeking floats and groups that would like to perform in the parade. Groups interested in participating may find entry forms in the Salem Hardware Store on North Main Street or the Courthouse Community Center on East Broadway. Questions? Contact event organizer Karen Sheldon at 518-854-9281 or email karensheldon14@gmail.com. Questions can also be answered at the Courthouse Community Center by calling 518-8547053 or by emailing hscpa@salemcourt-
South Glens Falls Holiday Parade
The Salem Holiday Parade kicks off at 3:30 p.m. on Dec. 6. house.org. On the same day, prior to the parade, there will be an arts and crafts sale at the Courthouse Community Center. The ninth annual event gives attendees the chance to purchase holiday gifts from
local vendors. The arts and crafts fair will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., ending just in time for everyone to get down to the parade. For the event, the entire first floor of the historic courtroom is transformed into
For the 35th consecutive year, the South Glens Falls Holiday Parade will be shutting down Route 9 on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. This year’s parade will have the theme of “Candyland” and will start at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 23 in front of Carriage Traders on Route 9 in South Glens Falls. The parade will then head north along Route 9, making its way through the Village of South Glens Falls. There will be over 110 entries in this year’s parade, including community groups, bands, floats, costumed characters, marchers and a special guest appearance from Santa Claus. This year’s beneficiaries will be the Memorial Detachment No. 2 of the Marine Corps League Toys for Tots and the Tri-County United Way’s “Lived United” programs. Participants and spectators are asked to bring either a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots or a non-perishable food item for the “Live United” program. These donations can be dropped off at any Glens Falls National Bank location.
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Tree lightings and community celebrations Granville, N.Y.
Granville will ring in the holiday season with its tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5. Last year’s event attracted upward of 1,000 spectators who showed up to enjoy the festive atmosphere and observe the thousands of lights that were hung throughout Veterans Park. And with an additional 24,000 lights, this year’s event is expected to be even larger. The popular event features a number of activities including the tree lighting, horse drawn wagon rides, music, sky lanterns, face painting and a camp fire. In addition, the event has been scheduled to coincide with the Slate Valley Museum and Pember Library and Museum’s First Friday celebration. The theme for this year’s event is “Polar Express Comes to Granville” and efforts have been made to incorporate different elements of that theme in the event. The tree will be lit to e “Seeing is Believing,” a song from the 2004 film, the Slate Valley Museum will have a model
train on display during its Festival of Trees and the Pember will host a children’s event in which the story is read. Santa Claus will usher in the celebration and after a few words from local dignitaries, the tree will be lit. Santa will then sit down to meet children. Wings’ Clydesdales will offer complimentary horse drawn rides throughout the village, guests can cook s’mores and the auxiliaries of the local VFW and American Legion posts will have baked goods available. The museums’ First Friday activities, located only a short walk from the park, will begin at 7 p.m.
Greenwich, N.Y.
On Sunday, Dec. 7, the Greenwich community will host its Everlasting Lights ceremony beginning at 5 p.m. at the Town Commons at 2 Academy Street. The event, in its 14th year, features dozens of trees decorated in memory of local residents. After a few words from Sara Idleman, town supervisor, the names on each memory tree are read aloud, and then all the trees are lit at one time. For more information about this event, call 692-7611. The following Sunday, from 3 to 6 p.m. on Dec. 14, will be the Greenwich Holiday Tour of Homes, which features homes
See HOLIDAY, pg. 8
The annual tree lighting in Granville draws more than 1,000 spectators.
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Holiday Continued from page 7 decked out for the holidays. Each year the tour changes, adding new homes as well as a few “regulars. For more information, email michelespigner@yahoo. com
Schuylerville, N.Y.
The community of Schuylerville will celebrate a Dutch tradition during its annual St. Nicolaas Festival the weekend of Dec. 5-7. The three-day event will feature a tree lighting ceremony, a festival of trees, children’s activities, a parade, opportunities to shop and a music festival. The festival begins at 6 p.m. on Friday with the lighting of the memory trees at the corner of Broad and Spring Streets. Approximately 20 trees, decorated in memory of loved ones, will be lit during the ceremony. Afterwards, beginning at 7 p.m., an opening reception for the Schuylerville Community Theater’s Festival of Trees will be held inside the town hall, located at 14 Spring Street. The festival features a variety of trees that have been decorated by local civic organizations, businesses and individuals. The festival officially opens on Saturday and visitors can see the trees from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Sunday, at 3 p.m. on Saturday, the Schuylerville Public Library will sponsor a children’s story hour and craft activity at the town hall. St. Nicolaas, upon who Santa Claus is based, will arrive at the corner of Broad and Spring Streets at 4:15 p.m. After a few words from local dignitaries, St. Nicolaas will lead a parade to Veteran’s
Park. A number of children participate in the parade each year and are given lanterns to carry. The procession will culminate with the lighting of the village Christmas tree in Veterans Park and will be followed by a short skit on the park’s band stand. Throughout the day, local businesses will be open and the Old Saratoga Reformed Church on Pearl Street will host its annual holiday sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. At 3 p.m. on Sunday, the festival will come to a close with a community-wide Christmas music festival at the Old Saratoga Reformed Church.
Schaghticoke, N.Y.
The Hoosic Valley Community Partners and the Schaghticoke Entertainment Committee will host its Radiant Peace Tree Lighting Ceremony on Nov. 29 at the Schaghticoke Town Hall. At 5 p.m. organizers will light all the Christmas trees that have been dedicated in honor of those that are no longer alive. The trees will remain lit throughout the holiday season. Admission to the event is free. For more information, call Sheri Malo at 518-753-6061
Lake George, N.Y.
The village of Lake George will be lit in holiday spirit on Saturday, Nov. 29. More than 3,500 lights in Shepard’s Park will be lit during the spectacular “Lite Up,” one of the community’s most eagerly anticipated holiday events. The events kick off at 4 p.m. with children’s activities and music. Attendees will be able to sing with Cyndie Wade and at 5 p.m. Bobby Dick will perform. The illumination of lights and a fireworks display will commence at 6 p.m. After the display, guests are invited to
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the Lake George Fire House to meet Santa, enjoy hot chocolate and listen to the Lake George Community Band perform. Admission to all activities is free. For more information, call the Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce at 518-668-5755.
Glens Falls, N.Y.
The City of Glens Falls will host its Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Dec. 5 in City Park. The tree lighting will be followed by holiday events and family friendly activities. The community is encouraged to gather in the park at 5:45 p.m. for the official tree lighting. Music from the Glens Falls Community Theatre Carolers, greetings from the mayor, the lighting of the tree and the arrival of Santa will kick off the event. Once the tree is lit, Santa will greet the crowd before heading to Glens Falls National Bank where he will listen to the wishes of local children. Other events and activities will be held throughout downtown.
Wells, Vt.
The community of Wells, Vt., will be hosting its annual “Lights of Wells” tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Dec. 5, at 6:30 p.m. on the town green. All are welcome to attend and enjoy Christmas music, a visit from Santa and the lighting of the tree. There will also be wagon rides. To help keep merrymakers warm, hot cocoa and other treats will be provided.
Rutland, Vt.
In Rutland, the city will hold its annual Santa Arrival and Tree Lighting event on Dec. 2. Santa will arrive in Depot Park downtown, where the holiday tree will be lit and holiday spirit will be spread at 6 p.m. After the ceremony,
guests are invited to the Paramount Theatre for a chance to meet Santa. At 7 p.m. the Paramount will present a free screening of Frosty the Snowman and Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Gift of Life Marathon Rutland’s Gift of Life Marathon is getting a makeover. The record setting blood drive, which has set the standard for one-day blood drives, will consist of 12 blood drives over 12 days. The revamped “Gift-of-Life Marathon - 12 Days of Giving” will run from Dec. 2 to 16 at sites throughout the Rutland region, and will be the longest blood drive in U.S. history. “The GOLM will change significantly, the changes intended to help ensure that this important community-building tradition will have a long life and save lives for years to come,” Steve Costello, Green Mountain Power Vice President said. “It will continue to bring the greater Rutland community together in a way we never imagined 11 years ago, while providing blood at a critical time of year.” The event is sponsored by Green Mountain Power, Castleton State College, WJJR and the Red Cross. Costello, Terry Jaye from WJJR and Castleton College President Dave Wolk announced plans for the 2014 GOLM, shifting the focus from one-day records to a sustainable model with less stress for donors, volunteers, organizers and the Red Cross. There will be far more options to donate. “We are thrilled that Rutland broke the national record, but it was clear to all of us that we needed to change the
Manchester Newspapers’ Holiday Guide - Week of November 17, 2014 - 9 model if it were to continue to be successful,” said Terry Jaye, program manager at WJJR. “We hope to maintain the sense of community while expanding the effort throughout the Rutland region.” The new format was designed to help ensure an adequate regional blood supply without the expense and huge logistical challenges of a massive one-day drive, which required hundreds of volunteers and workers, many of them coming from other states. Organizers are not setting a numerical goal this year, but hope to collect as much blood as possible. Appointments, which are strongly encouraged, may be made by calling 800-RED-CROSS or by visiting www. giftoflifemarathon.com. While supplies last, donors will receive gifts from Killington Resort and The Vermont Country Store. The Gift-of-Life Marathon collected 368 pints in its first year, 2003, and it quickly grew. The drive collected 1,024 pints in 2009, when New York filmmaker Art Jones filmed the event for the documentary “The Blood in This Town,” and set the New England record. In 2013, after two previous attempts to break the national record of 1,968 pints, the GOLM collected a whopping 2,350 pints of blood and shattered the old mark. Rutland has now held three of the four largest blood drives in American history. The GOLM - 12 Days of Giving will be held: • Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Castleton College • Dec. 3 from noon to 6 p.m. at U.S. Army Reserve on Post Road in Rutland Town • Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rutland High School
“A Christmas Story” will be presented as “A Christmas Story: The Musical” at the Wood Theater in Glens Falls. • Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Diamond Run Mall
• Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rutland Elks Club
• Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rutland Regional Medical Center
• Dec. 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fair Haven Union High School
• Dec. 9 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Rutland American Legion
• Dec. 16 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre.
• Dec. 10 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Rutland Town
Holiday Shows
• Dec. 11 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the College of St. Joseph gymnasium • Dec. 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Burr & Burton Academy in Manchester
The beloved holiday movie “A Christmas Story” will be presented as “A Christmas Story: The Musical” at the Wood Theater in Glens Falls on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21 and 22,at 7 p.m.
Performed by the SMSA Community Players, the classic holiday tale centers on a mischievous, bespectacled boy named Ralphie, who dreams of getting a BB gun for Christmas. All seats are $15. More information is available at www.woodtheater.org. The Wood Theater will also host The Nutcracker Ballet, presented by Adirondack Ballet Theatre at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 13 and 14, and at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. Tickets are $16.
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12 - Week of November 17, 2014 - Manchester Newspapers’ Holiday Guide Dec. 6. Tickets are $20, $10 for students. To purchase, go to www.hubbardhall.org or call518-677-2495. In Fort Edward, the Little Theater on the Farm at 27 Plum Rd. will present a Christmas Show at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20. More information is available by calling 518-747-3421 or visit www.littletheater27.org.
Holiday Continued from page 8 In Poultney, Vt., The Ghost of Christmas Past returns as Shakespeare on Main Street presents a Readers Theater version of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Director Gary Meitrott has adapted Readers Theater to include costuming, elegant Victorian furniture, and movement by actors, adding a dramatic element to the performance. The cast features Emily Bleakie, Robin Chesnut-Tangerman, Levi Nelson, Lawrence Zupan and Zachary Zupan. Performances will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5, at Poultney High School; at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Manchester Library (a free performance); at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10, at the Rutland Library on Court Street; at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12, at the Wallingford Town Hall; and at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, at the Dorset Playhouse in Dorset, Vt. Tickets are $10, $5 for youths over 12; children under 12 are admitted free. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Grammy Award-winning country singer Leann Rimes will perform her show “One Christmas” at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5, at the Paramount Theatre
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Indoor and outdoor ice skating opportunities abound at a number of local rinks and ponds. in Rutland, Vt. Tickets for the show are $48.50 to $68.50, and can be purchased by calling the box office at 802-775-0903 or visiting www.paramountvt.org. The Glens Falls Symphony will present a “North Country Christmas” at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7, in the Glens Falls High School auditorium. Special guest is the Glens Falls Symphony Children’s Chorus, which will add a charm all its
own. Tickets can be purchased by calling 518-793-1338 or at the door. At Hubbard Hall in Cambridge, music and dance combine as Nacre Dance Company and Hubbard Hall Opera Theater perform “Holiday Treasures.” The show features excerpts from choreographer Charles Weidman’s “Christmas Oratorio” and excerpts from Nacre’s “Nutcracker” at 4 and 8 p.m. on Saturday,
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Holiday Continued from page 13 first at the Fort Edward Amtrak Station at 12:30 p.m., then head north to the Ticonderoga Pell’s Crossing Amtrak Waiting Area at 3 p.m. before finally arriving at the Port Henry Amtrak Station at 4:45 p.m. Welcoming spectators at all three venues will be regaled with free entertainment, courtesy of Tracey Brown and the Holiday Train Band. Brown, a country music singer, is in the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame. Are encouraged to bring a donation of either a non-perishable food item or money for the local food bank. Every year the Canadian Pacific Holiday train makes its way through the frozen tundra of Canada and the northern United States to help raise food and funds for local food banks in some 150 communities along the track. The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is the longest-running food bank fundraiser; since it began in 1999, the train has raised $9.5 million and 3.3 million pounds of food.
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On Saturday, Dec. 6, the Santa Train returns to Rutland, departing the Jeffords Amtrak station in downtown Rutland, Vt. at five different times throughout the day: 10 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. A ride of about 45 minutes will take you through magical Santa's Village that you'll never forget. Those aboard the beautifully decorated Santa Train will enjoy refreshments, stories, songs and more. No matter what your age, this will be a most enjoyable Christmas experience. Tickets are available online, just search for the Rutland Santa Train.
Holiday concerts Fair Haven, Vt. - Fair Haven Concert in the Park will present a Christmas Concert at 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28. In addition to the opportunity to sing along to classic holiday songs, there will be cookies and hot chocolate available, and Santa will make an appearance to light the tree. This event will go on until 5 p.m. at the Fair Haven Municipal Forest.
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The Toys for Tots Train will make its usual stops on Sunday, Dec. 7, at Saratoga Springs, NY at 9:45 a.m. and at Whitehall, NY at 11:30 a.m. This is the 16th year that the Toys for Tots Train has found its way to the North Country as it continues to supply needy children with coats, hats, gloves and fleece blankets; in many instances these supplies are given to local social service agencies and distributed to needy children that way. Simultaneous with the train will be the Whitehall American Legion Post 83 toy drive and distribution, a project done in conjunction with the Whitehall Volunteer Fire Co. Everyone is welcome to see the holiday train arrive in Whitehall but only adults who made requests to Jim Lafayette prior to the Nov. 16 deadline may pick up toys for needy children at the Fire Department at 1:30 p.m.
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On Dec. 20 and 21, the Manchester (Vt.) Lions Club will sponsor the Elf Express Train Ride. This whimsical holiday train will leave r.k. Miles Depot Station at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m., taking riders on an hourlong enchanted journey through the Green Mountains. Passengers will be entertained with holiday melodies and dance routines by the elves of the theater and dance program of Burr and Burton Academy under the direction of Broadway and Hollywood song and dance man Jim Raposa. Refreshments will be served on the decorated train. Adding to the memories of this holiday ride, the elves will read a story about Christopher Pop-InKins, who will be hidden on every train in the greenery peeking to see who's been naughty and nice. Mr. and Mrs.
Dorset, Vt. – On Saturday, Nov. 29 at 4 p.m. at the United Church of Dorset and East Rupert on the Dorset Green, there will be a Thanksgiving concert. Manchester Music Festival’s Thanksgiving concert features a powerful and original French string quartet masterwork; French art song by renowned composers; timeless classics popularized by Edith Piaf; and a splash of Claude Debussy, performed by world class artists. Tickets to this open-seating event are $30 for adults and $8 for anyone 18 and under. Tickets can be purchased online at www.mmfvt.org , by phone 802362-1956 or at the Northshire Bookstore in Manchester, Vt. Rutland, Vt. - On Sunday, Dec. 14 the Vermont Symphony Orchestra will be coming to the Paramount Theatre in Rutland, beginning at 3 p.m. Two sleigh rides, a skating party and a sojourn through the Twelve Days of Christmas (cleverly adapted to various musical styles) are part of a joyful holiday journey with the Vermont Symphony Orchestra and Vermont Symphony See HOLIDAY, pg. 16
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Holiday Continued from page 14 Orchestra Chorus. “Full Gallop,” a fanfare by Burlington composer T.L. Read, starts the event off at a festive clip. Excerpts from Messiah and the Nutcracker are along the way, as are shepherds, traditional carols, a sing-along, and a celestial harp. Tickets range from $9 to $32 with student and senior rates available. For more information, call 802-775-0903.
Glens Falls, NY - As is the case every year around this time, the Charles R. Wood Theatre in downtown Glens Falls is getting into the holiday mood, with a variety of holiday-themed musicals and concerts. On Nov. 21 and 22 the St. Mary’s/St. Alphonsus Community Players will present their annual wood musical, this year called “A Christmas Story: The Musical.” The musical follows the same plot as the classic Christmas movie and was a 2013 Tony Award nominee for best musical. Tickets for “A Christmas Story: The Musical” are $15 and the performance starts at 7 p.m. each day. On Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. and at 7 p.m., the Wood Theatre welcomes the Adirondack Repertory Dance Theatre's “Yuletide Gathering,” a festive celebration of dance, theater and music. The performance includes original choreography of mixed repertoire and a narrated performance of “The Night Before Christmas,” set to live music played on the harp by Elizabeth Huntley. Admission ranges from $10 to $15. Glens Falls, NY - The Lake George Community Band will perform its annual Holiday Concert on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Glens Falls High School. The band, which originally started as a marching
Meet Santa St. Nick is usually a pretty busy guy this time of year, but he has found some time in his schedule to make a few appearances in this area.
Rutland, Vt. - On Dec. 2 Santa will help light the holiday tree downtown. There will also be light refreshments available for those who stop by Depot Park to see St. Nick. After the tree is lit and refreshments are served, kids can follow Santa down to the Paramount Theatre at 6:30 p.m. to sit on his lap; a free movie will follow at 7 p.m. The free movies will be “Frosty the Snowman” and “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Poultney, Vt. - The Poultney Library has become a second home of sorts for Santa Claus during his voyages through the Northeast. It is an annual tradition for Mr. Claus to make an appearance at the Poultney Public Library, located at 205 Main St. in Poultney. This year, he stops by on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fort Ann, NY - For just $6 there will be an all-you-can-eat breakfast with Santa to benefit the West Fort Ann Volunteer Fire Co. The Big Guy will be at the fire station from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. Salem, NY - Mr. and Mrs. Claus will come down from the North Pole and stop by Gardenworks Farm in Salem on Dec. 6 and 7. The Clauses will be at Gardenworks from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day and will be available for pictures throughout the day. Proceeds of this event will be donated to a local nonprofit. Gardenworks Farm is located at 1055 Rte. 30 in Salem.
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Greenwich, NY - On Saturday, Dec. 6, the Greenwich Elks Lodge will host a Breakfast with Santa event from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Elks Lodge on Route 40S. The event will feature a pancake breakfast with Santa, photos with Santa and his helpers, children’s activities and crafts, and more. The breakfast is sponsored by the Greenwich Central
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Whitehall, NY - Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be heading up to the “Castle on the Hill” on Saturday, Dec. 13. The couple will be at Skene Manor from noon to 4 p.m. and kids can have their pictures taken with them. Also, spectators can view the Victorian-era decorations on display at Skene Manor. This will be the last day the Manor is open to the public for the 2014 season. West Pawlet, Vt. - Santa will be coming to the Christmas Craft Fair and Flea Market, large bake sale, luncheon and raffles on Dec. 6 in West Pawlet, Vt.
Manchester Newspapers’ Holiday Guide - Week of November 17, 2014 - 17 The events will go from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Santa will arrive around 12:30 p.m. The activities will be held in the West Pawlet Volunteer Fire Department’s fire station, which is located at 2806 Vermont Route 153 (Main Street). There will be a variety of both craft and flea market items from local as well as visiting vendors. The Food Sale will offer many homemade items including, Polish nut rolls, decorated holiday cakes, cookies, rolls, pies and plenty more. There will be a 50/50 raffle as well as a raffle for a complete Ham Dinner. Raffle tickets for the 50/50 drawing price are $1 and they may be purchased at the event The luncheon begins at 11 a.m. and the menu includes hamburgers, hot dogs, corn chowder, sandwiches, beverages and more. All are welcome to this event, which is sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary of the West Pawlet Volunteer Fire Department.
Holiday Shopping Rutland, Vt. - Grace Congregational Church on West Street in Rutland will hold a Holiday Craft Fair on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21 and 22. The event will run from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, and from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. There will be vendors with a variety of crafts, baked goods, Christmas items and wreaths; a Pink Pachyderm with gently used treasures; and a Cafe. For more information call 802-775-4301. Rutland, Vt. - The Rutland Regional Chamber of Commerce will conduct its Vermont Gift Show and Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Franklin Conference Center on Strongs Avenue, beginning at 10 a.m. Admission is free. There will be a 50/50 raffle and many chances to get a head start on some holi-
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Poultney, Vt. - A Christmas Bazaar and Luncheon will be held at Fellowship Methodist Church on Main Street in Poultney from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Nov. 22. It will feature a wide variety of arts and crafts made by Sylvia’s Circle, as well as homemade soups and sandwiches for the luncheon. Poultney, Vt. - The Lakes Region Farmers’ Market will hold its Holiday Craft Fair at the Poultney High School On Nov. 28 and 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Rupert, Vt. - There will be a holiday craft fair at the Rupert Fire House on Route 153 on Saturday, Nov. 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fair will feature crafts, baked goods and many other items to help fill the shopping and decorating needs for the gift-giving season. Refreshments will be sold, with proceeds benefitting the kids’ summer lunch program. Vendors with new or nearly new items to sell are welcome and can reserve a table by calling Ellie Park at 802-2871639 or Gene Higgins at 802-394-7738. Whitehall, NY - Skene Manor will hold its annual basket party on Sunday, Nov. 30, at the Whitehall High School. The doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and drawings begin at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $5 each and additional tickets are $2 each. An admission ticket is required for anyone 5 or older. Complimentary cookies and a light lunch will be available, as well as many big, beautiful baskets, raffles and a 50/50. To make a donation or for more information call Skene Manor at 518-499-1906, Jean at 499-0913 or Joan at 499-1022. Whitehall, NY - National Church Residences, Skenesborough Harbor will
be hosting a Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 1:00 p.m. There will be crafts and baked goods available, as well as door prizes and raffles. The church is located at 8 Elizabeth St. in Whitehall. Schuylerville, NY - Flax Mill Gallery Shoppe, located at 88 Broad St., will host its annual Holiday Market on Saturdays and Sundays, from Dec. 6 to Dec. 21. The market will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays. There will be skilled artisans working their crafts in traditional rug-hooking, knitting, pottery, woodworking, mosaics, fiber, fabric and more. This is the perfect opportunity to land some gifts for the holiday season.
Cambridge, NY - Cambridge Connects will hold its 18th annual Craft, Vendor and Fine Arts Fair on Dec. 6 at the Cambridge Central School. Cambridge Connects is now accepting application for vendors and the event always sells out, so do not hesitate to apply. For more information or to apply to be a vendor, call Dawn Case at 518-669-2052 or email her at avondawncase@gmail.com. Christmas in the Country Tour- The 24th annual Christmas in the Country Tour allows Washington County artisans to open up their doors to potential patrons throughout the area. Fifteen area artists will open their doors to the public for three days of art, music, food and crafts on Dec. 5-7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The artisans and crafters will exhibit their artistic prowess in a multitude of ways, including creating holiday ornaments, holiday-themed decorations, wreaths, floral arraignments, candles, wood crafts, antiques, furniture, jewelry paintings and many other creative works that make perfect holiday gifts. There will also be plenty of food available for purchase, including aged cheeses. The various studios throughout the
area will be marked. More information, including maps with the locations, can be found by “liking” Christmas in the Country – Washington County NY on Facebook or by calling 518-793-7925.
Salem, NY - On Saturday, Dec. 6, the Historic Courthouse on East Broadway in Salem turns into a holiday shopping center. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the entire first floor of the courthouse will be filled with vendors selling handmade crafts, which are perfect for the gift-giving season. There is no admission charge. For more information, call 518-854-7053 or email hscpa@salemcourthouse.org Middletown Spring, Vt. - The 20th annual Holiday Craft Fair takes place on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Middletown Springs Elementary School on South Street, offering attendees gifts, goodies, wreaths, maple goodies, honey, ornaments, paintings, woodenware, soaps, cards, jewelry, and more for the holiday season. Rutland, Vt. - The Vermont Farmers’ Market will hold its Holiday Craft Show on Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Holiday Inn on Route 7, Rutland. The 56 vendors registered will offer an array of goods and services. Some of the categories that can be found are agriculture, animal products, baked goods, crafts, flowers/plants health, prepared food, produce, specialty food and wine. The Fair goes from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Whitehall, NY - The Whitehall Chamber of Commerce’s 2014 Holiday Mini Mall will take place at the Whitehall Athletic Club on Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors for this year’s event are wanted and space is limited to 100, so potential vendors are encouraged to inquire as soon as possible. Vendor spaces are 10 foot by 10 foot and will be See HOLIDAY, pg. 18
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Holiday Continued from page 17 offered on a a first come, first served basis. The cost for a space is $25, additional tables are $10 and additional spaces are $20. Interested vendors can contact Carol Winchell at carolscollectibles@verizon.net or at 518-499-0728 or by stopping by Carol’s Collectibles on Broadway in Whitehall.
Glens Falls, NY - One on-going opportunity to purchase some unique holiday gifts will be at the Lower Adirondack Arts Council’s Holiday Shop. During the holiday season, LARAC’s Lapham Gallery and Gift Shop is transformed into a festive showcase of gifts. A vast range of items can be found, including pottery, fiber arts, culinary treats, jewelry and fine arts by local artisans. The holiday shop will run Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., until Dec. 24. There are special events, including “Ladies Night” on Dec. 11 and “Eat, Drink and be Merry Night” on Dec. 18, both of which are in conjunction with local businesses. The Lapham Gallery is located at 7 Lapham Pl. in Glens Falls. LARAC members receive a 15 percent discount and community members receive a 5 percent discount. Argyle, NY - The 30TH Annual Argyle PTSA Holiday Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Argyle Central School. This year the Argyle PTSA has over 50 vendors with extended shopping areas, for you to choose from. Be sure to follow Peppermint Lane to the Old Cafeteria this year for many more great vendors, as well as visiting the normal shopping areas. Door prizes will be drawn all day with many chances to win great items donated by our vendors. Be sure to participate in the Peppermint Lane Door Prize Raffle and enter for a chance to win $50 of free merchandise from one of the vendors who participate in the raffle. Raffle tickets will be given upon entering the school. The first 100 Shoppers through the door will receive a free giveaway to commemorate the 30th annual Holiday Craft Sale. Stop by the cafeteria and grab some lunch while you shop. There will be hot dogs, hot soups and hot and cold drinks for sale. The Scholastic Book Fair will be open during the Craft Fair hours. Tickets for the Dec 7th, NYC Bus Trip will be available for purchase in the cafeteria that day also. Tickets are $45 per person. Buses are leaving from Argyle Central School and the Wilton Mall. Operation Santa Claus in conjunction with the Argyle PTSA will be hosting a raffle for an IPad or a $100 Target gift card to support Operation Santa Claus. Tickets are $10and are on sale that day. Come early and fill up on Holiday cookies purchased from the Argyle PTSA cookie walk. If you have any questions please contact Jennifer Ballard 638-5481.
Festivals of Trees Slate Valley Museum Festival of Trees The Slate Valley Museum’s third annual Festival of Trees will be held as part of its First Friday celebration on Dec. 5. The festival features trees decorated by local businesses, community organizations and members of the slate industry. Each participant develops a theme for a tree based on their own passion, interest, or mission. They can also opt to design a tree based on this year’s theme of “Warm Your Hands, Warm Your Heart.” The trees will remain on display
Manchester Newspapers’ Holiday Guide - Week of November 17, 2014 - 19 visit with Santa from 1 to 3 p.m. Local author and artist Will Moses will also be at the museum from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to sign copies of his book. There is a Children’s Shopping Boutique where children, ages 4 to 12, can find unusual gifts for everyone on their holiday shopping lists. Gifts range in price from $1 to $7 and include handmade and one-of-a-kind items. Free gift wrapping and gift tags are included. Guests can also visit the Children’s Forest, which includes miniature trees created by students from Bennington, Shaftsbury, Woodford, North Bennington and Pownal. For $1 you can purchase a chance to win the tree of your choice. Winners will be drawn on Dec. 16. The Bennington Museum is located at 75 Main Street in Bennington. It is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day except Wednesdays. For more information on this year’s festival, call 802-447-1571 or visit benningtonmuseum.org.
Paramount Theatre Festival of Trees Holiday shoppers will enjoy the many craft and art fairs in the area. through Dec. 13. More than 600 visitors enjoyed last year's festival and museum staff said this year’s event is expected to be even bigger. Attendees can begin viewing trees during the afternoon of Dec. 5. Staff expect there to be upward of 30 trees and the museum’s décor will feature a miniature holiday village, model trains and winter scenes. The museum will also provide a free holiday art activity for children, which typically incorporates slate as part of the end product. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate. This year’s festival will be complemented by the Pember Library’s inaugural Festival of Wreaths. Residents have been invited to created holiday-themed wreaths that will be on display at the library. “We are so excited to collaborate more closely with the Pember this Christmas,” said Molly Biggs Celani, president of the Slate Museum’s board. “Their Festival of Wreaths will really add to the holiday experience here in Granville.” The two museums’ festivals will coincide with the village’s spectacular lighting ceremony. The Slate Valley Museum is located at 17 Water St. while the Pember is nearby at 33 West Main St. The institutions are connected by a covered bridge spanning the Mettowee River. For more information, visit slatevalleymuseum.org or call 518-642-1417.
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The 23rd annual North Country Festival of Trees will be held Dec. 5-7 at the Queensbury Hotel on Ridge Street in Glens Falls. Over the years, the festival has grown into an eagerly anticipated family event, and, for many, kicks off the holiday season in the North Country. The festival features intricately decorated trees, wreaths, centerpieces, fireplace mantel-scapes, stockings and gingerbread houses, which help transform the museum into a winter wonderland. The festival includes a Children’s Wonderland where kids can enjoy arts and crafts, games and activities, and an opportunity to meet Santa. A champagne gala and reception from 6 to 10 p.m. on Dec. 4 will afford guests an opportunity to view and purchase displays before the festival opens to the public. Entertainment will be provided by Bobby Dick and Susie W. The cost is $75. On Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6 and 7, at 8 a.m., children can sit down to breakfast with Kris Kringle and enjoy the festival before it opens to the general public. The cost of $13 includes breakfast, a private viewing of festival displays and a keepsake from Santa. Seating is limited, so guests are encouraged to call and
make reservations. Prior to the official unveiling of the festival on Dec. 5, senior citizens will be given the opportunity to view the displays at their own pace as well as attend a gourmet lunch. The luncheon begins at noon and costs $18. Reservations are suggested. On Saturday, Dec. 6, the annual Sugar Plum Ball will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. The event will feature dancing and entertainment by Radio Disney. Tickets cost $13. The festival is open from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The cost of admission is $7, $5 for senior citizens and $3 for children 12 and younger. This event benefits Prospect Center, a non-profit agency for children and adults with developmental disabilities. For more information, or to make reservations for any of the events, call 518-832-6124.
Bennington Museum Festival of Trees
In Vermont, the Bennington Museum will host its annual Festival of Trees from Nov. 28 through Dec. 30. The 18th annual event features trees and displays created by community members using items from the museum’s collection, which are rarely on display. “Some are whimsical, others are elegantly created, and all are inspired by the theme ‘Reflections’ and take inspiration from an object from the collection
that reflects or is reflective and rarely on exhibit in the galleries,” said Susan Strano, the museum’s marketing coordinator. Artists and designers, local businesses, non-profit and service organizations and students in Bennington and surrounding communities design and create the displays. The museum will be further adorned with decorations created by Joyce Hall and Hyacinthe Burnham. Added to these are tabletop trees, decorated by local elementary school classes. This year’s annual Holiday Gala will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. This is the premier event of Bennington’s holiday season and the museum’s largest annual fundraiser. Guests will enjoy innovative cuisine from Chef Greg Roach of Wild Oats Market in Williamstown, Mass., dance to music by the Jeff McRae Band, indulge in specialty drinks made exclusively for the event and have the opportunity to bid on more than 50 items, included as part of a silent auction (guests to the museum can bid on items from Nov. 24 through Dec. 6). The cost to attend the gala is $85 and reservations can be made by calling the museum at 802-447-1571. But perhaps the largest, and most popular event, is the Festival of Trees Family Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. Guests will be able to enjoy the displays, participate in craft activities and
The Paramount Theatre on Merchants Row, Downtown Rutland, Vt. kicks off the holiday season on Dec. 6 as its hosts its 12th annual Festival of Trees. The event features nearly 200 silent auction items and dozens of raffles. The list of donated items ranges from $20 or $30 to upwards of $10,000; in the past it has included everything from art to solar installations and trips. The festival is the theater’s largest and only annual fundraiser and has garnered tens of thousands of dollars. With hefty operating costs, the theater is reliant on community support and each year the festival has grown. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and auctioneer Bob Prozzo will begin presenting items at 7 p.m. Food will be provided by Roots the Restaurant and will feature a cash bar. Admission is $10.
Schuylerville Community Theater Festival of Trees
For the fifth consecutive year, the Schuylerville Community Theater will host its Festival of Trees on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 5 and 6. The event is held in conjunction with the Town of Schuylerville’s annual Feast of Saint Nicholas. A lighting ceremony for the Memorial Trees will be held at 6 p.m. on Dec. 5 at the Saratoga Town Hall on the corner of Routes 29 and 4. A memorial ceremony honoring the memory of the loved ones for whom the trees have been dedicated will be held,
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Holiday Continued from page 19 followed by the official lighting of the trees. Each honoree’s name will be read before the tree is lit. A reception will follow and provide guests with a preview of the Festival of Trees, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 6 at the town hall. The festival features beautifully decorated trees, which can be purchased, as well as entertainment and children’s activities. This year’s festival has been expanded to include wreaths and centerpieces. For more information, visit scttheater.org or call 518-695-5480.
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Elevation: 3,284 feet Vertical Drop: 1,334 feet Trails: 46 Lifts: 10 Anticipated opening: Nov. 28
Just outside of Manchester, Vt., Bromley Mountain Ski Resort is the only major ski area in New England with a southern exposure, which has earned the resort the moniker of “The Sun Mountain.” The resort is frequently cited as a family friendly destination because of its ski and snowboard school, shorter lift lines and central base area. During the last several years, Bromley has invested heavily in maintaining its skiable surfaces and that trend has continued this year. The resort has added78
high-efficiency HKD tower guns, which are particularly adept at producing snow in early season conditions. The resort is also implementing a Snowmaking Energy Index that will allow staff to measure the effectiveness of its snowmaking process and make adjustments to increase efficiency. A classic New England ski resort, Bromley features varied terrain for all ability levels. Novice skiers and riders will enjoy taking their first turns on East Meadow and will find that linking the Run Around trails is the easiest route from the summit. More advanced skiers and riders will want to head to the mountain’s steeper and more difficult East Side, where they will find trails like Stargazer and Havoc. The resort is also resurrecting its expert terrain park, Halo. The resort hosts several special events throughout the season. On Dec. 21, anyone 6 and older can learn to ski or snowboard for free. All you have to do is preregister by Dec. 20. To learn more, call 802-824-5522, or visit www.bromley.com.
Stratton Mountain
Elevation: 3,875 feet Vertical Drop: 2,003 Trails: 97 Lifts: 11 Anticipated opening: Nov. 26
Located in Bondville, Vt., Stratton Mountain is a world-class resort known for its grooming, expansive snowmaking coverage, terrain parks and its many amenities. At the base of the mountain rests Stratton Village, with its assortment of stores and restaurants. The mountain itself is one of the highest in southern Vermont and the resort boasts 670 acres of skiable ter-
rain. Although the resort can be busy during the holiday periods, skiers and riders can count on Stratton’s fleet of high speeds lifts (including a gondola and several six-packs) to quickly carry them to the summit. The resort has the ability to transport more than 33,000 skiers and snowboarders per hour up the mountain, meaning if there are any lift lines they move quickly. Once on top, folks will find a variety of trails ranging from the benign to the difficult. The resort is also home to some of the most technical terrain parks in the country, and the resort’s glade skiing, when there is adequate snow, may be unrivaled in southwest Vermont. For the 2014-15 season, the resort has invested $7 million. Following on the heels of last year’s $10.5 million investment, this year’s investment was used to purchase 58 gondola cabins, 350 HKD snowmaking guns, 20 air/water snowmaking guns and two intermediate glades. There are also new shops in Stratton Village. The resort will host its ninth annual Gobble Gobble Wobble 5K on Nov. 27. Other popular events include the New Year’s Eve Celebration, the Tubbs Romp to Stomp Out Breast Cancer on Feb. 28, and the Vermont Open March 12-15. The resort also has a number of additional activities such as snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, guided snowmobile tours, and more. For more information and ticket prices, contact Stratton Mountain at 1-800-Stratton or visit www.stratton. com.
Magic Mountain
Elevation: 2,850 feet Vertical Drop: 1,700 feet Trails: 43
Lifts: 4 Anticipated opening: Mid-December (possibly earlier depending on weather conditions). Located just off Route 11 near the junction with Route 100 in Londonderry, Vt., Magic Mountain is a classic New England resort with steep narrow twisting trails, moderate groomers, and tremendous glade skiing that help make it one of Vermont’s best-kept secrets. Outside Magazine described Magic Mountain as a “195-acre hidden gem” and it’s one of the last truly independent resorts in Vermont. In fact, many locals will bypass larger more modern resorts in the area after a large snow storm to enjoy the challenging, uncrowded slopes of Magic Mountain. Roughly 40 percent of the terrain is rated as black diamond or double-black diamond, which is considered the most challenging type of terrain. Those who like to “earn their turns” can climb the mountain and ski or snowboard down at no charge. If fancy base lodges and spa services are less important than challenging terrain, Magic Mountain is worth a visit. For more information and ticket rates, call the Mountain at 802-824-5645 or visit www.magicmtn.com.
West Mountain
Elevation: 1,470 feet Vertical Drop: 1,010 feet Trails: 31 Lifts: 5 (plus two tubing tows) Anticipated opening: Mid-December
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Willard Mountain
Elevation: 1,415 feet Vertical Drop: 505 feet Trails: 14 Lifts: 4, plus a tubing lift. Anticipated opening: Mid-December
Willard Mountain in Easton is a little mountain big on family fun. The resort describes itself as “New York’s Coolest Little Ski Area,” and is the type of mountain where everyone knows your name. The resort is open six days a week, closed on Mondays except during the holiday weeks when it is open seven days a week. It offers evening and night skiing six days a week and has a tubing park that is open on weekends. The resort has a rental shop, ski school, cafeteria, lounge and tubing park. For more information, visit www. willardmountain.com or call 518-692-7337.
There are many family friendly ski resorts to choose from. Okemo Mountain Resort
Elevation: 3,344 feet Vertical Drop: 2,200 feet Trails: 120 Lifts: 19 Anticipated opening: Nov. 15
Okemo Mountain is a full-service, family-run ski resort in Ludlow, Vt. The resort has earned awards and accolades for its snow quality, grooming, family programs and friendly and professional guest service. The biggest change at Okemo is a new six-passenger bubble chair that will replace the Northstar Express Quad. The lift is capable of transporting skiers and riders 6,400 feet in just over six minutes. All 113 seats are heated, the only lift in the Northeast with that feature. The resort has also purchased 100 HKD snowmaking guns and has hired Snow Park Technologies, one of the world’s leading consulting teams for special projects on snow, to construct its terrain parks. The resort has varied terrain with an equal percentage of novice and expert terrain. The remainder of the trails are
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Killington/Pico
Elevation: 4,241 feet Vertical Drop: 3,050 feet Trails: 212 (155 at Killington; 57 at Pico) Lifts: 29 (22 at Killington, seven at Pico) Anticipated opening: Already open, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekends.
Nicknamed “The Beast,” Killington is one of the largest ski resorts in the Eastern United States. The resort, which consists of seven distinct peaks, including Pico Mountain, sits on 3,000 acres in Killington, Vt., and features more than 92 miles of diverse terrain. Because of Killington’s elevation (its highest point rests more than 4,000 feet above sea level) and more than 1,200 snow guns, the resort is typically one of the earliest resorts on the East Coast to open and one of the last to close. Killington is known for its diversity of terrain and grooming expertise, providing skiers and riders of all ability levels a choice of wide-open groomed cruisers, narrow classic New England runs, moguls, steeps and 16 tree skiing areas. Killington also offers multiple terrain parks. Off-mountain activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and ice skating, combined with more than 100 restaurants and bars and shopping options throughout the region. The resort also hosts a number of events throughout the season. For more information, visit www. killington.com or call 802-422-6200. The above is but a sampling of the ski resorts in the area. Anyone willing to travel a bit further can find a variety of other ski resorts in the region including Mount Snow, the Middlebury Snow Bowl and Sugarbush, all in Vermont. In New York, state-owned Gore Mountain and Whiteface Mountain offer excellent skiing and snowboarding opportunities. Hickory Ski Center in Warrensburg also offers a rustic skiing experience during winters when there is sufficient snowfall.
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Cards • Gifts • Toys Maps • Books 15 East Main Street Cambridge, NY 12816 (518) 677-2515 www.battenkillbooks.com OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK THROUGH CHRISTMAS
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BOX 128, ROUTE 7 HOOSICK, NY 12089
WE ALSO (518) 686-5371 BUY
518-677-3035
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HARDWARE
NEW EXPANDED HOURS: Mon-Fri 7AM-8PM, Sat 7AM-7PM, Sun 8AM-5PM
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(518) 677-7135
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518-677-BARK (2275)
HOURS: Mon-Thurs 11-7, Fri 11-8, Sat 10-8, Sun 12-4 Closed Christmas Day
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Holiday living made easy With so much on our plates between Thanksgiving and New YearÕs Day, the holiday season can be hectic. Fortunately, there are many ways to save time and make the holiday season more manageable. • If you donÕt have plastic clips to hang lights around windows and to the eaves of your home, inexpensive clothespins will work just as well. If youÕre concerned about the color of the wooden clips, paint them holiday hues before stringing the lights. • Put a bath mat, rug-side down and rubber-side up, beneath your Christmas tree stand. This allows you to spin the tree as you hang lights and ornaments without damaging the floor underneath. It also makes it simple to undress the tree once the season is over. Use a tree skirt to hide the mat. • Squeeze artificial tree portions into concrete form tubes. First wrap the tree portions in twine and then slip them into the concrete sleeves. Each tube can be stowed in attic or garage rafters, freeing up precious space. • Use empty squirt bottles to make baking and cooking easier. Pancake and cookie batters can be squirted from the containers for less mess. • Store one or two strings of lights in a plastic shopping bag to keep the strands from getting tangled. Hang the bags from a hook in a garage or stack them in a storage bin. • Use plastic zip ties to attach garland and lights to bannisters. TheyÕre easy to assemble and will not damage the bannisters. • A paper towel holder can be screwed to the wall in a craft room to neatly hold spools of ribbon. Simply pull the length you need from the spool and cut for easy decorating. • Mount a tree stand to a piece of wood with screws or glue. This prevents spills from reaching the floor while stabilizing the tree. • Old maps make interesting gift wrap and are a nice change of pace from commercially produced paper or newsprint. • Wrap duct tape or another type of sticky tape around your hand. Pat over fallen pine needles that accumulate around the tree. In hard-to-reach areas, wrap the tape around a broom or a floor sweeper. • When traveling for the holidays, use a brightly colored suitcase or flashy tape to make your suitcase stand out from others at the airport. • Place hardened brown sugar in a
The task of wrapping gifts can be fun and not stressful. A few simple strategies can help you save time and reduce stress this holiday season.
Gift wrap tricks to save time
baking dish, cover it with a moist paper towel and either microwave it on high for 20-second intervals or place it in a 300 F oven for five minutes. This will soften the sugar, making it easier to use the sugar to prepare your favorite holiday cookie recipes. • Save plastic bread ties, which can be used to make tags for the wires on certain devices. Such ties also can be used to organize decorating components and to keep your place on a roll of tape. • Measure the inside of your picture window and construct a wooden frame to its dimensions. Staple holiday lights to the frame and then easily slip the frame in and out of place each year. • Hang a live wreath or some boughs of evergreen in your home to give it that fresh pine scent if you have an artificial tree. • Color-code storage containers so you can easily find holiday decorations in the attic or basement. • Pack for a holiday excursion using a collapsible clothing storage hanger for closets. Fold clothes on each fabric shelf and then collapse it into your suitcase. When you get to your destination, unfold and hang it in a closet so all of your clothes will be at the ready. Make the holidays even more enjoyable with a variety of timesavers and clever tips.
Holiday shopping may be done, but that enormous pile of presents still needs to be wrapped. People have varying degrees of ability with regard to wrapping gifts. Some excel at those creased corners and perfect bows, while others are less adept at wrapping. The task of wrapping gifts may not be something to look forward to, but wrapping gifts is an essential element of the holiday season. Fortunately, there are a few tricks of the trade wrappers can lean on to make the process of wrapping gifts go as quickly and as smoothly as possible. • Stock up on double-sided tape. Wrapping with double-sided tape helps you avoid unsightly tape lines and creates a neat finished product. • Use a toilet paper tube to preserve wrapping paper rolls and keep them from unravelling. Simply cut the tube lengthwise and snap it over the open roll of paper to serve as a handy clip to keep the paper tidy. • When you lose the edge of the tape on a roll, it can take precious time trying to find it again and then lift a piece of tape off the roll. Use a plastic bread clip to hold the place of the edge of the tape to prevent this from happening. • Turn snack containers into handy gift wrap options. Empty potato chip cannisters can be wrapped and used to hold other food gifts or smaller stock-
ing stuffers. Turn a foil-lined chip or popcorn bag inside out, first cleaning away any grease and crumbs, and use the bag to wrap a gift and tie off the end with a decorative ribbon. • Wooden spoons or popsicle sticks can make clever gift tags. Poke a hole in the end and tie onto your gift. • Use a piece of fabric to wrap a present if youÕre not too skilled with traditional paper. Fabric can be reused and is more durable, and you wonÕt run the risk of tearing an edge or poking a hole through it. This can be especially useful for oddly shaped gifts. • Newsprint tied with natural cord and some pine boughs is an inexpensive, classic-looking gift wrap. • Kraft butcher paper or brown mailing paper can be used in a pinch. Stamp images on the paper to customize the gift wrap and use ribbons and bows to further dress things up. • Always work on a hard, flat surface, as working on the floor or a soft surface makes it more difficult to control wrapping paper and youÕre more likely to tear the paper. • Use a gift box or cardboard to create a firm container to wrap soft gifts. • Reuse old boxes to create a greeting card. Use a piece of ribbon and a bow and your newly created card as a thank-you or gift tag for future gifts. This is a great way to recycle during a season when excess is common.
How to establish holiday gift spending limits As the cost of living continues to rise, holiday shopping also has become much more expensive in recent years, and it can be easy for shoppers to overextend themselves financially come the holiday season. According to a recent Gallup poll, the average American plans to spend around $790 per holiday season, although many go above and beyond that amount. Starting off the new year in debt is a recipe for stress, which can have negative repercussions for the rest of the year. In addition to overspending during the holiday season, many people stretch themselves thin on ValentineÕs Day, birthdays, and MotherÕs Day and FatherÕs Day. One way to make shopping more manageable is to establish spending limits that dictate how much each family member can spend on each gift he or she buys. It is important to exercise tact when approaching the subject of gift limits. Discuss the topic with friends and family members with whom you usually exchange gifts long before the holiday season. Agree on a reasonable amount of money each person will spend on gifts. If necessary, ask everyone to write down a figure and then
determine the average, using that figure as your spending limit. Establishing a spending limit makes it easier for every family to afford their holiday purchases. If there are six people on your shopping list and youÕre spending $50 per person, you know to allocate $300 for gifts. Saving and budgeting can be adjusted accordingly. When no such limit is established, you may go overboard to compensate, even if you cannot afford to do so. Another way to save money is to suggest giving the gift of experiences rather than tangible and potentially costly gifts. For example, take a loved one out for dinner or suggest going on vacation together to make better use of your collective funds. A welltimed extended family vacation in lieu of gift exchanges may alleviate the stress of the holiday season, much of which can be traced to holiday spending. Establishing a gift-giving strategy and budget for each person to work with can make for a more peaceful holiday season by freeing up time to spend with loved ones and placing the focus on family instead of shopping.
Holiday spending limits can help individuals avoid overspending come the holiday season.
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Open Year’Round
Restaurant
Big Bob...Keepin’ It Real! GIFT CERTIFICATES TUESDAY - SATURDAY 11AM TO 8PM CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY • Chef owned Bob Monego •
Rt 4A Hydeville Plaza 802-265-9190
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Liberty Discount Beverage
Liberty Street, Fair Haven, VT
802-265-3820
Sylvia Demgard/Jane Colvin ~ owners
Dikeman Road (1 mile north of the Pumpkin Patch Store) Rte 30 North, Hubbardton ~ Look for our sign OPEN DAILY 10AM TO 6PM
Castleton Beauty Shop WE WILL BE HAPPY TO SPECIAL ORDER ANYTHING YOU WOULD LIKE!
FULL SERVICE UNISEX SALON
GIFT CERTIFICATES
Paul Mitchell & Redken Products Make Great Gifts!
BEER - WINE - LIQUOR Order Your Fresh-Baked Homemade Pies Today! CATERING AVAILABLE Ask For Steve or Kerrie
Main Street Fair Haven, VT (802) 265-3012 1-800-675-3012
Main Street Poultney, VT (802) 287-9211 1-800-287-9210
Deborah Bethel Nationally Certified Massage Therapist
~ 802- 468-3111 ~
Mon.-Sat. & Eves. by Appt. • Rte. 4A, Castleton
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Simple • Clean • Affordable • Everyday
~ Since 1926 ~
CHRISTMAS TREES WREATHS ~ BOUGHS
PLACE YOUR HOLIDAY WREATH & PIE ORDERS EARLY! Apples & Cider • Maple Syrup Jams • Jellies • Honey • Bread VT Cheddar Cheese • Cider Donuts Homemade Pastries Homemade Pies • Winter Squash
VISIT US AT THE
Lakes Region Farmer’s Market
U O Y E E S E H T T A S! W O H S
CHRISTMAS FAIR
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Beautiful Keepsake Advent Wreaths
CHRISTMAS FAIR
December 6th & 13th The Holiday Inn, Rte 7, Rutland VT
November 28th & 29th at Poultney High School December 6th & 13th at the Holiday Inn Rutland
802-265-2145 647 Route 4A East Fair Haven, Vermont
STOP BY OR ORDER ONLINE
www.pizzazzpottery.com
1 Mile South of Castleton Corners, at Brown’s 4 Corners, Castleton, VT • 468-2297
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BRUCE COLVIN
LAWN & FOREST SMALL ENGINE
Sales • Service • Parts GIFT CERTIFICATES Service for Snowblowers, Ice Augers, Generators and Chainsaws Logging Supplies, Efco Chain Saws, & Safety Apparel, too! Chainsaws
Main Street, Fair Haven, VT
802-265-9960
Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 5:00pm Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Memories Forever An Unforgettable Country Gift Shop A hand painted gift is a memory forever.
ARTIST
Ellie Chiccarelli
53 Route 30N, Bomoseen, VT Tues.-Sat. 10-5, Fri. til 6
802-345-8799
memoriesforevervt.etsy.com
Slate Valley Liquidators WHERE GREAT DEALS HAPPEN
BUY • SELL • TRADE
THOUSANDS OF CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS!
Antiques • Furniture • Collectibles Movies and Games NOW Buying Gold and Silver!
ESTATE BUYOUTS
862 Rt. 4A (next to Paul’s Pizza) Chainsaws and Trimmers
142 Blissville Road, Castleton VT
802-265-8708
Castleton, Vt. 802-345-6342
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DOGGY DAY CARE
DogWash! GIFT CERTIFICATES Premium Pet Food
Holistic • Natural • Organic
82 Route 30, Castleton, VT
802-468-3033
Cuts • Colors • Perms • Waxing PAUL MITCHELL: BUY 2, GET 1 FOR 50% OFF!
802-265-4633 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE
The Perfect Holiday Dinner Starts Here! • Meat & Vegetable Platters • Fresh Fruit Baskets • Shrimp Platters • The Freshest Cuts - Beef, Ham & Turkey • Vegetables • Fresh Store Baked Pies, Pastries, Breads & Rolls
Soda • Wine • Beer • Champagne Chilled and ready to go! Route 4A, Bomoseen VT 802-265-4516
YOUNG’S
FARM EQUIPMENT Rte. 4A, Fair Haven, VT • (802) 265-4943
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Full Service Unisex Salon
for the Whole Family Kathy, Tammy, Mary & Samantha
Main Street, Castleton
(802) 468-5441
SPECIALS
GIFT CARDS
HOLIDAY LIGHTS & DECOR GREAT GIFTS FOR EVERYONE!
AFFORDABLE HALL RENTAL 200 CAPACITY
Weddings • Showers Family Gatherings • Fundraisers FULL KITCHEN • BAR • PLENTY OF PARKING
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Pull Tabs, Horse Race & Weezel Tickets, Legion Baseball, 50-50
FOOD AND DRINKS
OPEN DAILY!
730 LAKE ROAD BENSON, VT
TUES - Chef’s Ch oice WED - Chick & Bi sc THUR - Twin Grill ed Sirloins FRI - Fish & Chip s SAT - Prime Rib Sun - Chef’s Ch oice
~ GIFT CERTIFICATES ~
Shaw’s Plaza, Route 22A Fair Haven, VT 802-265-3677 Sharon Wood, manager
Mexi Monday
802-537-2755
Serving Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Daily
HOMEMADE DOWNHOME FOOD! CATERING AVAILABLE!
Castleton Family Health Center COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS OF THE RUTLAND REGION
Visit our Website chcrr.org
802.468.5641
275 Route 30 North • Bomoseen, Vermont 05732
Jeffrey Stall, MD
Colleen Mitchell, MSN-FNP
Judith M. Ellwood, MSNFPN
Erica Tamblini, LICSW
Stephen D. Rosmus, MD
Bradley Berryhill, MD
Luis Bauzo, MD
H. Peter Diercksen, MD
James Jordan, MD
Megan Greenleaf, MD
Julie Foster, MD
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Jill Read, PNP
Stephen Kornbluth, MD
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Wynter Haven
Quilt Studio
• Fabrics, Notions & a large selection of Knitting Supplies • Long Arm Services • Handmade one of a kind quilted items • We now carry Cascade Yarns & Battenkill Fibers YARNS EXCLUSIVE TO THIS SHOP! 87 Main Street Greenwich, NY
(518)222-4867
Hours: Thurs-Sat 10-5, Sun 10-3
wynterhavenquiltstudio@gmail.com
Agricultural, Construction, & Landscaping Equipment
CAPITAL TRACTOR
Sales • Service • Parts
MERRY CHRISTMAS Early Decorations in Glass, Redware, Tin and Burlap Hand-crafted Santas and Snowmen Woven Table Runners, Squares & Napkins in Holiday Colors Candles and Teeny Light Sets
Alan Brown Realty Greenwich, NY (518) 692-2066 (518) 854-7331 (518) 753-9800 (518) 281-4261
Office 518-692-9611 Fax 518-692-2210 www.capitaltractorinc.com
Specializing in Furniture Made in the USA, Woven Coverlets, Blankets & Runners, Colonial Lighting
DECEMBER 7TH Town Commons & Mowry Park Call 692-7979 for more details.
www.alanbrownrealty.com
Happy Holidays To All... WITCHCRAFT
Greenwich
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Body & Paint, Inc.
Natural Healing at its Best
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Receive $10 OFF with ad. (1 hour session)
Gift Certificates Combo Packages Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-5:00 Saturday 7:30-12:00
EVERLASTING LIGHTS & VILLAGE TREE LIGHTING
• Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture & Oriental Bodywork • Skin Care Treatments • Manicure & Pedicure Services
Day & Evening Hours Available 2615 State Route 40N Greenwich, NY
518-692-9927
www.greenwichtherapeuticmassage.com
Order your Holiday Pies & Ice Cream Cakes Ahead! Extraordinarily Delicious Homemade Ice Cream & Ice Cream Cakes Homebaked Pies Nuns of New Skete Cheesecakes
Over 40 Years Experience In the Collision & Paint Industry.
Frame Straightening & Unibody Repair Foreign & Domestic Auto Glass Work Going GREEN with water-based paint!
OVER 25 YEARS IN BUSINESS!
ALL WORK GUARANTEED
GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE
Turn Off Rte. 29, 70 Corliss Ave., Greenwich, NY
Open Tues., Thurs. & Sun. 11am-6pm, Fri. & Sat. 11am-8:30pm Retail & The Log Cabin on Route 29
Wholesale
518-692-7774
Just East of the Washington Co. Fairgrounds
Greenwich, NY ~ (518) 692-8382
Mon.-Fri. 8:00-5:00, Sat. 8:30-12:00
www.the-ice-cream-man.com
Happy Holidays from all of us at
~ Country Living Center ~ A GREAT SELECTION OF GIFTS FOR ALL AGES!
Bird Seed & Feeders • Gardening Gifts Pet Food & Supplies • Farm Toys Stihl Power Equipment • Arctic Cat Snowmobiles & ATV’s Men’s, Women’s & Children’s
Carhartt
Lacrosse, Redwing, Muck Boots & Bogs! Fiddler’s Elbow Gifts
& MORE!
SHIPPING UPS DAILY
Jct. Rts. 29 & 40 S., Greenwich, NY Tel: (518) 692-1015 • Fax: (518) 692-1236 john@countrypowerproducts.com Family-Owned by the Riegers for over 40 Years!
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A charming mix of old and new country home decor, specializing in barn board cupboards.
• Candles • Decorative Flags Accessories • Barn Stars • Holiday Decor • Furniture • Country Cupboards (One of a kind) www.overtimeantiquesandmore.com Closed Monday & Tuesday
CONSIGNMENTS, WOMEN’S CLOTHING, COLLECTABLES & FURNISHINGS NEW, LIKE NEW, VINTAGE AND ANTIQUE
Melody Mackenzie, Owner 89 Main Street Greenwich, NY 12834 518-692-2105 www.pennywiseshoppe.com Consignments accepted Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
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Shear Creations Hair Salon
Kathy Lacy - Stylist/Owner Jacki Schultz - Stylist
• Specializing in Color & Highlights • Men’s & Women’s Cuts
• Walk-ins Welcome
(518) 692-0092
31 Main Street, Greenwich, NY 12834 Closed Sunday and Monday
Looking for a great gift idea? Gift Certificates Available!
RING IN THE HOLIDAYS with 10% OFF Your Purchase with Installation!
GIFT CERTIFICATES & AREA RUGS AVAILABLE! • Carpet • Ceramic Tile • Natural Stone • Vinyl • Laminates • Hardwood Quality Products, Excellent Customer Service & Expert Installation.
Please stop in or call for your
FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATE! Greenwich Floor Covering Flooring Sales & Installation
1169 State Route 29 Greenwich, NY
518-531-4191
Open Mon 12-6, Tues-Fri 10-6, Saturday 10-4, Closed Sundays 1169 State Rte 29, Greenwich, NY
(518) 692-7025 www.parkermx.com
L A IN G I e th OR
518-692-2300 Planning a Holiday Party? Offering trays of Ziti, Meatballs, Lasagna, Wings & Appetizers!
GIFT CERTIFICATES Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, Open Christmas Eve until 7PM
OPEN LATE
Monday - Thursday: 11-10 Friday & Saturday: 11-11 Sunday: Noon - 10
1169 Rt 29 (CVS Plaza) Greenwich, NY
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Great Pricing kicks off at 9AM Frid ay, Nov. 28, 2014 and continues RIGHT THROUGH CHR ISTMAS EVE! HELD OVER!
Thurs. & Fri., Dec. 10 & 11 9 am - 8 pm Sat., Dec. 12 10 am - 5 pm
2014 products arriving soon...Hurry in for best selection!
GLENS FALLS 793-2888 Corner Dix Ave & Quaker Rd Open Daily 9-8; Saturday 10-5; Sunday 12-4
Quality Manor
Furniture & Mattress
www.livingstonsfurn.com *Items not exactly as shown. All items subject to Prior Sale.
• Free Delivery & Set-Up (*within 50 miles) • Some items not exactly as shown • 6 MONTHS SAME AS CASH NO INTEREST for credit qualified. • Full Service Department