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A special section of the Sullivan County Democrat | November 24, 2015 | Callicoon, New York

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‘Dickens on the Delaware’ returns to Callicoon T

he annual holiday event “Dickens on the Delaware” will showcase the retail community in the picturesque hamlet of Callicoon-on-the-Delaware just in time for your holiday shopping.

This year’s festivities, sponsored in part by the Callicoon Business Association, will take place on Saturday, December 12 from noon to 7 p.m.

Retailers, galleries and restaurants will highlight their holiday goods and dazzle town visitors with their holiday spirit.

Shopkeepers will be dressed in Victorian garb, with stores, restaurants and the surrounding environs decorated to create the days of yore.

Callicoon will be transformed into a winter wonderland with Christmas trees and festive wreaths.

Strolling carolers, along with stations set up throughout the town, will encourage visitors to explore all the streets and byways. (See sidebar)

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From jewelry to antiques, housewares to clothing, Callicoon offers far more perfect gift ideas than you might imagine – and Dickens on the Delaware is the perfect way to sample the variety!

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A photo studio, featuring a Victorian Parlor, will provide opportunities for memorable holiday portraits by a professional photographer.

Visitors will be able to keep warm at the Hot Chocolate Station, as they enjoy live opera and a performance by the Catskill Dance Company.

Performers from the Delaware Valley Opera and NACL Theatre will also be on hand, contributing to the festive air.

The Artisan Market will feature local goods and vendors in Harmonie Hall at the Victorian Western Hotel. And Callicoon retailers will all stay open until 7 p.m. to highlight the beauty of the historic town in the evening, while visitors will be able to warm their hands by outdoor fire stations.

Wine, eggnog and hot chocolate will help get visitors into the holiday spirit of gift giving.

Additional venues will include a Gift Wrapping Station, Mulled Wine and Potato Pancake sta-

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tion and music throughout the town.

A memorable experience awaits patrons from near and far.

The premier sponsor for “Dickens on the Delaware” is NBDC Bank.

For more info please visit: www.facebook.com/Dickenson-the-Delaware.

Calling all carolers CALLICOON — Join in song at Callicoon’s 2nd Annual “Dickens on the Delaware” on Saturday, December 12, from noon to 7 p.m.

Caroling starts at 4 p.m.

Words and music will be provided for all your favorites!

Start at Callicoon Real Estate, meeting at 3:45 p.m., share song and spirit from 4 to 6 p.m.

Remember to wear your woolies under those Victorian outfits! Don’t have an outfit?

Costumes are available!

For more info/help, call Sylvia at 887-4197 or email sylviadownashore@aol.com.

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Stroll along historic Main Street, Callicoon this holiday season during Dickens on the Delaware – where you may very well be met by folks from that era!

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lans have been announced for the fun-filled annual Holiday Open House sponsored by Highlights for Children.

The Holiday Open House, which is open to the public and has become a tradition for many area families, will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, at the Highlights editorial offices at 803 Church Street in Honesdale.

The event features an array of activities, treats, entertainment, and the always-popular craft room where kids can make creations of all kinds with mounds of craft supplies.

The entertainment includes music, storytelling, mime, sing-alongs, and more. Face painting and the creation of balloon animals are planned.

Children may choose a surprise from the giant grab bag under the Christmas tree, and everyone may register for a free drawing to win special gifts.

Also included this year will be the display of entries in the raffle for the Highlights Hidden Pictures®

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About the authors: Stephen M. Silverman is a twenty-year veteran of Time Inc. and was the founding editor of People.com. His books include biographies of the filmmakers David Lean and Stanley Donen, and his work has appeared in Esquire, Harper's Bazaar, The New York Times, The Times (London), Vogue, and The Washington Post.

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articipants are wanted for this year’s Santa Parade in Honesdale, Pa. The parade is scheduled for Friday, November 27, (rain date Saturday, November 28).

Line up will begin at 5 p.m. in the Top Notch parking area on Fourth Street and the parade will kick-off at 6 p.m. The parade will end in Central Park and be immediately followed by our traditional tree lighting ceremony.

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In addition, there are gift certificates available for the children’s theatre productions. Kids’ tickets are $12 and adults are $20. The Children’s Theatre show will be announced soon.

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f a gift of theatre is on your list, you might want to consider a gift certificate to the summer season at Forestburgh Playhouse.

You give the gift, they pick the show!

A gift certificate to a show at the Forestburgh Playhouse is a fantastic way to treat a friend, colleague or loved one to a theatrical experience they will never forget.

And Forestburgh Playhouse has some great options to choose from.

Give a ticket or two as a gift for $35 a ticket, and the lucky recipient gets to pick the show, date, and time Or give the gift of dinner and a show at the Forestburgh Playhouse and the Forestburgh Tavern. For only $59, the theatre lover in your life gets a delicious pre-show dinner with the famous Tavern Cabaret performances followed by a main stage performance of a great Broadway musical or comedy.

Or, if you’re feeling extra generous, give that special person the gift of a

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ondering what to get for the music lover in your life? A 2016 Season Lawn Pass to Bethel Woods Center for the Arts might be just the ticket!Season Lawn Passes are on sale now and the pre2016 price is just $429.00 until December 31.

After the start of the new year, the cost will be $479.00.

The pass is valid for general admission to the lawn during the 2016 Pavilion Stage concert season.

Benefits to buying the season lawn pass include:

• free lawn chair rental all season, one per concert, per pass • Customized lawn pass laminate and free lanyard • Good for all Pavilion concerts and sold-out shows • Less expensive than buying single tickets • Easy access at concerts, no tickets to lose • Makes a great gift for music fans • Transferable to family, friends, neighbors, or co-workers Info: bethelwoods center.org or call the box office at 845-583-2060.

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hadowland Theatre in Ellenville is offering a perfect gift for the holidays: gift certificates for their 2016 season.

Single tickets gift certificates can be purchased for$39, and a full six-show season subscription for only $187.

Can’t decide on the right combination? Shadowland also offers gift certificates in any denomination.

The Shadowland Theatre is located at 157 Canal Street in Ellenville.

For more information on gift certificates or the 2016 season, call the box office at 845-647-5511.

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“Greetings” runs Thursday through Sunday from December 4 through 20. Tickets are $39 for evening performances and $35 for matinees.

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Milanville General Store collects for wounded at Walter Reed

very holiday season the folks at the Milanville [PA] General Store depend on the generosity of the local community to help a family in need. This past summer, after meeting a Wounded Warrior while visiting Maryland, Vanessa Degori knew right away that she needed to do something.

So this year the store will be helping not only one family but many families.

The store is currently collecting the items listed below. (Donations are not limited to those listed and no donation is too big or too small.)

Collected items will be brought to The Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Items needed are: • Toiletries (for men & women) • Electric razors (for patients on blood thinners) • Nail clippers (large & small) • Deodorant • Men’s shaving cream/gel • Full size body wash, 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner and lotion (nonpump)

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• Toothbrushes (individually wrapped) and toothpaste • Travel-size mouthwash, Q-Tips, tissues Clothing items (S-XL) black, grey and navy blue • Sweatshirts (zip-up hoodies) • Open bottom sweatpants (noncinch bottoms) • Plain cotton t-shirts (not white) • Plain athletic shorts (nylon workout shorts black only • Boxers/boxer briefs (various colors) • Slippers • Wheelchair gloves (fingerless weightlifting S-XL) • Gift Cards from Amazon/ Target • Any toys or arts/crafts supplies to keep children busy while visiting their wounded parent in the hospital Please drop off donations right up to the holidays at the Milanville Store, 1143 River Road, Milanville, PA. For more information, call Vanessa Degori at 570-729-8390.

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We Wish Everyone a Joyous Holiday Season & Happy, Healthy New Year

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The Santa Express is rolling into town!

Sunday, November 29

Saturday, December 5 • 5 p.m. – Corner Piazza, Route 55, Eldred • 6 p.m. – Circle Park, County Route 32, Glen Spey • 7 p.m., Four Corners (intersection of state routes 97 and 55), Barryville • 7:30 p.m., Konrads Kitchen, Four Corners (intersection of county routes 21, 22 and 33), Yulan • 8:30 p.m. – 7 Erie Avenue, Narrowsburg Sunday, December 6 • 5 p.m. – Luhrs True Value, 300 West Harford Street (U.S. Route 6), Milford, PA Saturday, December 12 • 5:30 p.m. – Bethel Veterans Park, Route 55, Kauneonga Lake

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Sullivan County’s favorite holiday event is coming to a town near you this Christmas season, so plan to bring out the whole family for a true treat!

You can dance with Santa and all his North Pole friends, hear a special performance by his Snow Queen, drop off your signs and letters in his mailbox, and of course get a free gift!

A special Christmas Spirit Meter will measure the magic each town creates to welcome Santa Claus.

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Holiday gifts that keep on giving

By Melinda Myers ake this holiday season one filled with creating memories and gifts that keep giving throughout the year.

Terrariums have made a comeback and make wonderful do-it-yourself projects and gifts for beginning and experienced gardeners. They enable gardeners to continue to grow no matter the weather outdoors and can be updated and used as decorations throughout the year with some simple updating for holidays and other special occasions. Just add a few ceramic items like a Christmas tree ornament, ceramic bunny or other adornment or two that represent the season. Don’t know where to start?

No problem. You can create your own from an old glass jar or vase or purchase an elegant terrarium with copper bottom guaranteed to create the perfect stage for your tabletop garden. Or purchase a terrarium kit that includes the plants, container and all you need.

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“Don’t know where to start?

No problem. You can create your own from an old glass jar or vase or purchase an elegant terrarium with copper bottom guaranteed to create the perfect stage for your tabletop garden.”

For the artist, young or old, and avid birder, consider a green birdhouse. These biodegradable birdhouses are made from 100% recycled paper and designed to last through one nesting season. You will have fun decorating it with stickers, markers or paint, making this a gift you and the birds will enjoy. Plus, once the season is over, there’s no need for cleaning. It can simply be added to the compost pile.

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free advent calendar. You can make your own from felt and fabric glue or start a family tradition by purchasing a handcrafted advent calendar like the wooden bird cottage advent calendar (gardeners.com) that celebrates nature and the holiday. Each day leading to Christmas you’ll remove a bird from its cubby in the cottage.

Peg it to the birdhouse and watch the flock grow. Your friends and family will know Christmas is coming each year when you break out the calendar. It’s sure to provide years of memories and could soon become a family heirloom.

Make this the year for creating memorable gifts, trying something new or packaging DIY projects that are sure to provide seasons of fun and beauty.

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Give a decorative treat for the birds. Those with live Christmas trees can extend their enjoyment by decorating the tree with colorful birdseed ornaments once it is moved outdoors. Make your own ornaments from suet, peanut butter and birdseed or purchase readymade ones.

And no green thumb is needed for this DIY holiday beauty. Easy care waxed amaryllis bulbs (gardeners .com) are self contained and easy to grow.

The bulb is sealed in gold or silver wax, making it both decorative and low maintenance. There’s no watering or container needed. Just set it in a bright location and wait for the floral display to appear before your eyes. You’ll be enjoying big blooms for several weeks.

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Gardening expert, TV/radio host, author & columnist Melinda Myers has more than 30 years of horticulture experience and has written over 20 gardening books, including Can’t Miss Small Space Gardening and the Midwest Gardener’s Handbook. She hosts The Great Courses “How to Grow Anything: Food Gardening For Everyone” DVD series and the nationally syndicated Melinda’s Garden Moment segments. Myers is also a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine. Myers’ web site, www.melindamyers.com, offers gardening videos and tips.

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Longtime employee Cherie Connolly showcases one of the many Irish wool scarves within the Boutique, which also offers American-made, locally handcrafted knitwear, plus pleasant room sprays, candles made from essential oils, stylish lamps and clothing for women and men. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 845-888-2100, canaltowne.com

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Sudsy Paws Pet Service Gotta Luv It Pizza What to get for those fun-loving critters in your life? Turn to Sudsy Paws Pet Services (135 Sullivan Street, Wurtsboro) to meet their needs and wants, from a huge selection of dog and cat toys and clothing to grooming products and helpful information. Owner Nicole Irwin is an expert groomer herself and will treat your pet with the utmost respect, care and dignity. She’ll even recommend the best gifts to stash under the tree for your four-legged family members!

Open Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (groomings, flea and skin treatments, nail and paw treatments, pet-sitting by appointment). 845-888-8080, sudsypawsinc.net

Gotta Luv It Pizzeria and Sandwich Shop (Route 209, Wurtsboro) is one of those places that really does live up to its name, with Italian favorites and mouth-watering sandwiches available to eat in, take out or for delivery. Specials include two plain pies for $20 plus tax, or a plain pie, a dozen chicken wings and six garlic knots for $20 plus tax. Want more for lunch or dinner? Try their Italian entrees and freshly-made hoagies, and don’t forget to pick up a gift certificate! Open Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 845-888-4222, gottaluvitpizza.com

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Danny’s is a legendary business (178 Kingston Avenue, Wurtsboro), its roots stretching back 200 years. The perfect gathering spot for locals and visitors, Danny’s offers lunch, dinner and a full-service bar, with affordable, delicious meals for the entire family. Looking for the right gift for a choosy relative? Danny’s offers gift certificates that make great stocking stuffers – and give the recipient the chance to choose their own way to celebrate the season at Danny’s! Open Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday noon-10 p.m. 845-888-2000, dannysinwurtsboro.com

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O’Toole’s Harley-Davidson (4 Sullivan Street, Wurtsboro) caters to those on Santa’s “nice” AND “naughty” lists, with gifts that will make anyone smile! This time of year, the spacious shop and showroom feature far more than motorcycles, clothing and accessories but also holiday ornaments, mugs and gift baskets. Or drop off your own gift for the children of the Sullivan County Head Start program – O’Toole’s organizes a toy drive, raffle and ride every year, accepting new, unwrapped toys for kids ages 1-10, plus a raffle for a custom twinsize quilt, through November 28 (the ride to deliver the gifts occurs on December 6). Open Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 845-888-2426, otooleshd.com

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Jerry’s Collision Center Rifka’s Rifka’s Curiosity Shop (120 Sullivan Street, Wurtsboro) is brimming with gifts for the curious, from chakra Woodstock chimes to Rifka’s own psychic readings. The shop includes Wiccan supplies, plus suede & leather ladies’ pants and skirts (vintage and brand new) for just $10-$20. It’s worth a look!

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Jerry’s Collision Center (61 Sullivan Street, Wurtsboro) is your one-stop-shop for collision repair, computerized frame straightening, wheel aligning, refinishing and mechanical repair. Nine highly trained employees – experts in their field – welcome the challenges you bring with your domestic or foreign-made vehicle, promising capable, competent, prompt service that gives you peace of mind. Open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 845-888-0200, jerryscollisioncenterinc.com

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The village’s one and only grocery store, Wurtsboro G-Mart (Route 209, near Route 17’s Exit 113) offers a wide selection of prepared foods, fresh ingredients, drinks, and many of life’s necessities. Their friendly staff can offer advice and suggestions to help make your holidays memorable, steering you toward perfect gift items and table toppers like eggnog and pumpkin pie! Open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. seven days a week. 845-8888383, wgmart.net

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uring the holiday season, everyone becomes some kind of foodie. From Thanksgiving through New Year's, there is simply so much food to enjoy. However, your list of names may contain a genuine year-round gourmet - the All-Season Foodie. This kind of foodie probably already owns, uses, and loves quality gourmet nonstick cookware, so consider a specialty pot or pan to round out a collection.

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The wok is one of the oldest type of pans in the world, and one of the most efficient. First, the bowl-like shape helps distribute heat evenly.

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rounded side helps focus all that heat toward the center of the pan, so ingredients sear and cook more efficiently and flavors build more rapidly. In Asia, of course, wok cooking is enough of a special skill and technique to be considered an art.

The Easy-Going Entertainer The Easy-Going Entertainer always appreciates an extra serving bowl or platter, especially one with versatility and personality to spare.

Consider going beyond basic white or metallics with a solid, sturdy piece that sets a tabletop, buffet or sideboard in style.

The Convenience Cook The Total Tea Lover Next to water, tea is the world's most popular beverage. In the United States it runs second to coffee, but tea consumption has been on the rise here for several years running, and that trend is expected to continue. Odds are therefore good that your gift list includes more than a few tea drinkers - and probably a Total Tea Lover or two. Steeped or iced, Earl Grey or herbal, tea is ideal for them, and so is the tea-related present.

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In just a few generations, the microwave evolved from new-fangled "science oven" to an appliance found in over 90 percent of U.S. households.i With time, space and energy at a premium in modern life, microwaves come in handy for everything from heating water and melting butter to making popcorn and even complete meals. The frequentmicrowaver on your list might be considered a Convenience Cook - someone who wants to save kitchen time and effort yet still loves food and flavor.

Luckily, kitchenware has caught up to this ever-growing need for convenience, with numerous new tools, utensils and cookware made especially for microwave use. Getting Steamed Another ingenious kitchen tool for the Convenience Cooker on your list is the Circulon Silicone Steamer Insert. This clever, heatsafe silicone steamer stands upright for hands-free cooking prep and fits a standard size pan.

The Convenience Cooker can easily move the filled steamer insert from counter to sink to pot and back again, making it perfect for healthy veggies, draining larger pasta shapes, and more. It's even handy as a temporary fruit bowl, and collapses for convenient, space-saving storage.

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Closely related to the cook seeking convenience is the one in constant search of solutions. The

Solution Seeker on your list may be easy to spot - look for crossword and Sudoku puzzles on their smartphone and similar clues. The solution-seeking home cook craves something more than just another gadget to add to the utensil drawer, however.

The Dessert Deliverer On the subject of baking, check your list for a special type of personality profile: the Dessert Deliverer. They may love baking from scratch or mix, simply have a roster of favorite bakeries whose goodies they love to select and share. Whatever the occasion weekday or holiday, casual or special - they inevitably bring a delicious baked treat.

Help the Dessert Deliverer carry those tasty baked goods to their ultimate destination with a stylish Cake Boss Cake Carrier. The vintage-styled carriers feature fun, bakeshop-era designs against a cream-colored background, and the lids sport a sturdy, collapsible red handle. Each carrier holds a standard, 9-inch round double-layer cake or any dessert of similar size and shape, and the clever side latches firmly lock the lid closed - and keep tempted fingers away!

So take a moment to do a little personalitydigging with the names on your holiday gift list, and you can easily detect their kitchen characters. From there to the perfect gift becomes as simple as matching gift and personality.

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LOST STREAM MAP The STREAM & LAKE MAP OF NEW YORK resembles another map-known to Pennsylvania anglers as the “Lost Stream Map.” It was completed in 1965 after a 30 year effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor.

Professor Higbee painstakingly plotted by hand, the location of 45,000 miles of streams onto the map. It sold extremely well - until the printer declared bankruptcy and hauled Higbee’s work to the landfill.

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Trains on Main pulls into Manor for 8th annual holiday spectacle At 2 p.m., CAS will host a poetry reading by local writers Kirby Olson, William Greenfield and Bill Fellenberg, who will read selections from their collections, including Olson's new book “Christmas at Rockefeller Center.”

Bring the kids and enjoy this holiday treat. Trains on Main will be on display at the CAS Arts Center, Morgan Outdoors, and other businesses around Livingston Manor throughout December. Visitors can enjoy the show up close or by looking in the windows even when the stores are closed.

Gallery hours at the CAS Arts Center are Thursdays – Saturdays 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sundays 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., and Mondays 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. The CAS Arts Center is wheelchair accessible.

CAS will be closed on Friday, December 25 for Christmas break and will remain open through Monday, December 28.

For more information visit www.catskillartsociety.org or call 845-436-4227.

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LIVINGSTON MANOR — The Livingston Manor Chamber of Commerce and the Catskill Art Society (CAS) will throw a grand opening party for “Trains on Main,” the annual holiday train spectacular, at the CAS Arts Center, 48 Main Street, Livingston Manor on Saturday, December 5 from 1-4 p.m.

Trains on Main are arriving in Livingston Manor for its eighth year. This nostalgic trip back in time features handmade model trains on view in windows up and down Main Street.

To kick off this favorite local tradition, a special Grand Opening party will be held in order to see the miniature trains up close, talk to the model builders, and listen to live music from local bands.

At 1 p.m. CAS will host an opening reception for the Elevator Gallery Crafts show, featuring unique handmade gifts for all tastes and types. Free candy and hot chocolate will be available for the kids.

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e had a broad face and a little round belly that shook when he laughed like a bowl full of jelly. He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf. And Ilaughed when I saw him in spite of myself. - “A Visit From St. Nicholas” Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without Santa Claus. Santa will forever be ingrained in the holiday season, serving as an endearing symbol of the season regardless of your religious affiliation.

Parents typically go to great lengths to ensure their children enjoy the holiday season. By keeping the magic of Santa alive, parents can add a special touch to the holiday season for their youngsters. Children may become more skeptical of Santa around the time they turn 10, but there are plenty of ways to encourage this spirit to live on year after year.

• Read an uplifting story. The holidays are ripe with stories that tug at the heartstrings. Parents can take their children to the library and rent a Christmas tale or take home a book of holiday stories, reading a different one before bed each night.

Encourage children to write their own positive stories of what the holidays mean to them and read them aloud to family and friends. The book “101 Ways to Keep the Spirit of Santa Alive: For "Kids" From 1 to 92”

by John Hagerman is a great way to get everyone in the house enthusiastic about Santa.

• Keep the magic flowing. Children who believe in Santa for an extra year or two often come from families that keep the magic of Santa alive. In addition to the standard traditions of leaving cookies and milk out for the jolly old man, come up with new ways to evoke the essence of Santa.

Spray peppermint air freshener around the tree and other places Santa is sure to visit. Use a large boot to make a footprint in a plush rug.

Find a way to trigger noise on the roof to give kids the impression that Mr. Claus himself has arrived. Extra measures to keep Santa alive can help everyone enjoy the holiday that much more.

• Take advantage of opportunities to spend time with Santa. Parents

and children alike have many opportunities to spend time with Santa during the holiday season, including photo opportunities at the mall and personalized videos sent directly to youngsters’ email accounts. Elf dolls and breakfast with Santa at a nearby restaurant are other opportunities to spread the magic. Make the most of these opportunities over the course of the holiday season.

• Spread some Christmas cheer.

Santa’s job is to bring presents to the world's children. Channel the notion that giving is better than receiving and spend time giving back to others as a family. Schedule a day when you can distribute gifts at a senior center or arrange to bring gifts to a foster child. Bake cookies and deliver cellophane-wrapped dishes to all of your neighbors. These activities put the emphasis on giving.

Keeping the tradition of Santa Claus alive can help adults and children alike enjoy a more festive holiday season.

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be shown in the Museum Theater beginning at 4:00 p.m., at the close of both days of the Holiday Market.

Tickets are $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children. Children are invited to come early for pictures with Santa beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Here’s a list of all the scheduled events: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Holiday Market Shopping in the Market Sheds 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Family Art Project: Reclaimed barn-board ornaments with Karen Smyth in the Event Gallery 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Photos with Santa in the Event Gallery 3:15 p.m. - Children’s reading with special guest Mr. Scrooge in the Event Gallery 4:00 p.m. - Showing of “The Muppet Christmas Carol” in the Museum Theater Bethel Woods Center for the Arts is located on Hurd Road in Bethel, NY. For additional information call 845583-2193.

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rtists, crafters, and specialty food vendors will gather in the Market Sheds at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts at the 6th Annual Holiday Market.

Guests will be provided with the opportunity to shop a wide selection of unique holiday gift options from local creators. Some of the gift items available include: ceramics, artisan foods, candy, coffees, and fine art items including jewelry, glass, soaps, pottery.

A visit and pictures with Santa and his Elves, and family activities led by a Bethel Woods' Teaching Artist will take place in front of a cozy fire in the Event Gallery.

The Friends of Liberty Library will also be located in the Event Gallery offering holiday fun for the entire family!

On Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6, a showing of “The Muppet Christmas Carol” will add to the festivities as part of Bethel Woods’ Flicks series. The movie will

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Fresh Turkeys • Allow 1 pound of turkey per person.

• Buy your turkey only 1 to 2 days before you plan to cook it.

• Keep it stored in the refrigerator until you're ready to cook it. Place it on a tray or in a pan to catch any juices that may leak.

• Do not buy fresh pre-stuffed turkeys.

If not handled properly, any harmful bacteria that may be in the stuffing can multiply very quickly.

Frozen Turkeys • Allow 1 pound of turkey per person.

• Keep frozen until you're ready to thaw it.

• Turkeys can be kept frozen in the freezer indefinitely; however, cook within 1 year for best quality.

• See "Thawing Your Turkey" for thawing instructions.

Frozen Pre-Stuffed Turkeys USDA recommends only buying frozen pre-stuffed turkeys that display the USDA or State mark of inspection on the packaging. These turkeys are safe because they have been processed under controlled conditions.

Image of seal of inspection for poultry DO NOT THAW before cooking. Cook from the frozen state. Follow package directions for proper handling and cooking.

Allow 1¼ pounds of turkey per person.

Thawing Your Turkey There are three ways to thaw your turkey safely — in the refrigerator, in cold water, or in the microwave oven.

In the Refrigerator (40 °F or below) Allow approximately 24 hours for every 4 to 5 pounds 4 to 12 pounds – 1 to 3 days 12 to 16 pounds – 3 to 4 days 16 to 20 pounds – 4 to 5 days 20 to 24 pounds – 5 to 6 days Keep the turkey in its original wrapper. Place it on a tray or in a pan to catch any juices that may leak. A thawed turkey can remain in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. If necessary, a turkey that has been properly thawed in the refrigerator may be refrozen.

In Cold Water Allow approximately 30 minutes per pound 4 to 12 pounds – 2 to 6 hours 12 to 16 pounds – 6 to 8 hours 16 to 20 pounds – 8 to 10 hours 20 to 24 pounds – 10 to 12 hours Wrap your turkey securely, making sure the water is not able to leak through the wrapping. Submerge your wrapped turkey in cold tap water.

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A user’s guide to safely preparing your Thanksgiving Feast, Complements of the USDA Change the water every 30 minutes.

Cook the turkey immediately after it is thawed. Do not refreeze.

In the Microwave Oven • Check your owner's manual for the size turkey that will fit in your microwave oven, the minutes per pound and power level to use for thawing.

• Remove all outside wrapping.

• Place on a microwave-safe dish to catch any juices that may leak.

• Cook your turkey immediately. Do not refreeze or refrigerate your turkey after thawing in the microwave oven.

REMINDER: Remove the giblets from the turkey cavities after thawing. Cook separately.

Roasting Your Turkey • Set your oven temperature no lower than 325 °F. • Place your turkey or turkey breast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.

• For optimum safety, stuffing a turkey is not recommended. For more even cooking, it is recommended you cook your stuffing outside the bird in a casserole. Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the stuffing.

The stuffing must reach a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F. • If you choose to stuff your turkey, the ingredients can be prepared ahead of time; however, keep wet and dry ingredients separate. Chill all of the wet ingredients (butter/margarine, cooked celery and onions, broth, etc.). Mix wet and dry ingredients just before filling the turkey cavities. Fill the cavities loosely. Cook the turkey immediately.

Use a food thermometer to make sure the center of the stuffing reaches a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F. • A whole turkey is safe when cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165 °F as measured with a food thermometer. Check the internal temperature in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast. For reasons of personal preference, consumers may choose to cook turkey to higher temperatures.

• If your turkey has a "pop-up" temperature indicator, it is recommended

that you also check the internal temperature of the turkey in the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast with a food thermometer. The minimum internal temperature should reach 165 °F for safety.

• For quality, let the turkey stand for 20 minutes before carving to allow juices to set. The turkey will carve more easily.

• Remove all stuffing from the turkey cavities.

Timetables for Turkey Roasting (325 °F oven temperature) Use the timetables below to determine how long to cook your turkey.

These times are approximate. Always use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of your turkey and stuffing.

Unstuffed 4 to 8 pounds (breast) – 1½ to 3¼ hours 8 to 12 pounds – 2¾ to 3 hours 12 to 14 pounds – 3 to 3¾ hours 14 to 18 pounds – 3¾ to 4¼ hours 18 to 20 pounds – 4¼ to 4½ hours 20 to 24 pounds – 4½ to 5 hours Stuffed 4 to 6 pounds (breast) – Not usually applicable 6 to 8 pounds (breast) – 2½ to 3½ hours 8 to 12 pounds – 3 to 3½ hours 12 to 14 pounds – 3½ to 4 hours 14 to 18 pounds – 4 to 4¼ hours 18 to 20 pounds – 4¼ to 4¾ hours 20 to 24 pounds – 4¾ to 5¼ hours

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first 1 to 1 ½ hours. This allows for maximum heat circulation, keeps the turkey moist, and reduces oven splatter. To prevent overbrowning, foil may also be placed over the turkey after it reaches the desired color.

• If using an oven-proof food thermometer, place it in the turkey at the start of the cooking cycle. It will allow you to check the internal temperature of the turkey while it is cooking. For turkey breasts, place thermometer in the thickest part. For whole turkeys, place in the thickest part of the inner thigh. Once the thigh has reached 165 °F, check the wing and the thickest part of the breast to ensure the turkey has reached a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F throughout the product.

• If using an oven cooking bag, follow the manufacturer's guidelines on the package.

REMEMBER! Always wash hands, utensils, the sink, and anything else that comes in contact with raw turkey and its juices with soap and water.

For information on other methods for cooking a turkey, call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); www. fsis.usda.gov.

Storing Your Leftovers • Discard any turkey, stuffing, and gravy left out at room temperature longer than 2 hours; 1 hour in temperatures above 90 °F. • Divide leftovers into smaller portions. Refrigerate or freeze in covered shallow containers for quicker cooling.

• Use refrigerated turkey, stuffing, and gravy within 3 to 4 days.

• If freezing leftovers, use within 2 to 6 months for best quality.

Reheating Your Turkey Cooked turkey may be eaten cold or reheated.

It is safe to cook a turkey from the frozen state. The cooking time will take at least 50 percent longer than recommended for a fully thawed turkey.

Remember to remove the giblet packages during the cooking time. Remove carefully with tongs or a fork.

In the Oven • Set the oven temperature no lower than 325 °F. • Reheat turkey to an internal temperature of 165 °F. Use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature.

• To keep the turkey moist, add a little broth or water and cover.

Optional Cooking Hints • Tuck wing tips under the shoulders of the bird for more even cooking. This is referred to as "akimbo."

• Add ½ cup of water to the bottom of the pan.

• If your roasting pan does not have a lid, you may place a tent of heavy-duty aluminum foil over the turkey for the

In the Microwave Oven • Cover your food and rotate it for even heating. Allow standing time.

• Check the internal temperature of your food with a food thermometer to make sure it reaches 165 °F. • Consult your microwave oven owner's manual for recommended times and power levels.

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HOLIDAY EGGNOG

4 egg yolks 1/3 cup sugar, plus 1 tablespoon 1 pint whole milk 1 cup heavy cream

In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the egg yolks until they lighten in color. Gradually add the 1/3 cup sugar and continue to beat until it is completely dissolved. Add the milk, cream, bourbon and nutmeg and stir to combine.

Place the egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer and beat to soft peaks.

3 ounces bourbon 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 4 egg whites*

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With the mixer still running gradually add the 1 tablespoon of sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.

Whisk the egg whites into the mixture. Chill and serve.

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Cook up a package of sweet Italian sausage – set aside Cook in large saucepan over medium heat until onions are almost clear…

2 slices of bacon, diced ¾ cup onion, diced Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook an additional 1 minute.

Add, then simmer 15 minutes: 2 tbsp of chicken base 1 quart of water (4 cups) 2 or 3 peeled potatoes (cut in half lengthwise then cut into ¼-inch slices)

Add: Cooked sausage 2 cups kale leaves ½ cup heavy whipping cream Simmer for 4 minutes, and then serve.

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Grab bags are a staple of this season of giving, and the following are a few dos and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ts to ensure participation in gift exchanges is fun and friendly for all involved.

DO set a gift amount limit. Holiday grab bags are more about having fun and exchanging a little something with friends and family members than walking away with amazing prizes. Establish a spending limit so everyone receives a gift of roughly the same value and no one feels slighted or left out.

DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T exceed the spending limit.

Overspending defeats the purpose of the gift exchange.

DO make it a game. Tossing gifts in a bag only to have others reach in

and grab one is certainly effective.

But the concept can be even more fun if you make a game out of it.

DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T let anyone see the gift you bring. The idea is to keep things as secretive as possible so as not to sway the selection of presents.

DO ensure your gift is unisex. Food, gift cards, music, or home staples make great grab bag gifts.

DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T forget to consider ages as well. Gift exchanges may include both children and adults, so include gifts that appeal to all ages when necessary.

DO expect some grab bag gifts to be gag gifts. Keep your sense of humor and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re likely to enjoy grab bags a lot more.

DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T regift items to use as grab bag picks.

DO make sure everyone is aware that there will be a grab bag gift exchange.

Gift exchanges in the form of grab bags, auctions & other games make for fun holiday festivities.

Dana Distributors Inc. hosts The Giving Tree Boys & Girls Clubs of Town of Wallkill annual gift drive

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Giving Treeâ&#x20AC;? will have Dana Distributors Inc. as a host location this Holiday season.

The Giving Tree will put clothing and gifts in the hands of children in need across Orange & Sullivan Counties.

As a host site Dana Distributers will display a non-denominational holiday tree, drawn by the Club kids, with ornaments that list a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first name, age, and size/hobby information.

OF TOWN OF WALLKILL, INC. Serving Northern Orange & Sullivan Counties

Boys & Girls Clubs of Town of Wallkill will help their Club kids and campers, and then they will open the Drive up to as many children as they can serve from communities outside their service area too!

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From November 20 through December 4, donors can sign up, take an ornament and return a gift for the child listed on their ornament.

From December 7-11th, the Club staff and volunteers will collect and distribute the gifts to Club kids and other children in need in our Counties.

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Saturday, December 5th is the Time and the Valleys Museum last opening day of the season and last chance to view the exhibition Celebrating Catskill Water: Past and Present a collaborative exhibition between Museums, historical societies and environmental organizations on swimming, fishing and boating in Sullivan County. Open noon to 4 p.m., admission to the Museum is FREE, including all three exhibitions: “The Impact of Water on the Life and Growth of the Valleys, “Tunnels, Toil and Trouble: New York City’s Quest for Water and the Rondout-Neversink Story”, “Celebrating Catskill Waters: Past and Present,” an exhibition of water recreation in Sullivan County. The Museum Shop will be open – running special holiday sales on local history publications, locally made crafts and gifts. A book on the history of the area is a great gift for someone who is hard to buy for! The Time and the Valleys Museum is a living and interactive resource that preserves the past, educates the present and ensures the uniqueness of the Rondout and Neversink watersheds for all generations.

To learn more about the Time and the Valleys Museum, special events and programs, the latest exhibits, or about bringing your school or organization on a tour, visit the website at www.timeandthevalleysmuseum.org or call 985-7700.

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BEACH LAKE, PA — A day of Christmas activities and celebration takes place at the Beach Lake United Methodist Church, in Beach Lake, Pa., on Saturday, December 12.

A cookie and ornament sale for the youth fellowship will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children age 3 to 11 are invited to join in the Kids’ Christmas Fun Day, from 9 to 11 a.m.

Fair trade sampling takes place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and continues on Sunday, December 13, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Try some before you buy it!

Check out coffee, tea, hot chocolate, chcoolate bars, baking items, fruit and nut bars, dried fruits, nuts, james, honey and olive oil.

Christmas Dinner, will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join us for a delicious Christmas feast.

All events are free and open to everyone. Sponsored by Friday Friends United Methodist Women, Beach Lake United Methodist Church, 7 Milanville Road, Beach Lake, PA. For info, call 570-729-7011 or visit beachlakeumc. com.

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From our family to yours Boar’s Head is proud to say they continuously strive to maintain the highest quality of meats and cheeses.

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Boar’s Head products are sold at the finest stores in Sullivan County