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Events happening in Calvert and St. Mary’s counties now through December
ney Lane, Prince Frederick. Vendors, model train displays, Santa’s workshop, raffle and gingerbread house competition. Admission is $5; $4 for seniors; $1 for ages 4-12 and free for children younger than 4. Call 410-5350892 or visit www.calverthospice.org.
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Ring in the holiday season from 5-9 p.m. Nov. 28 with Leonardtown’s annual Christmas on the Square and tree lighting ceremony on Washington Street in Leonardtown Square. Music and dancing, crafts, a live nativity, fire truck rides and Santa’s arrival for the lighting of the town’s Christmas tree. Boy Scouts, church groups and other organizations interested in caroling at the event may email Maria Fleming at maria.fleming2@verizon.net. A rain date, if needed, will consist of the annual tree lighting only at 7 p.m. Nov. 29. For more information, visit www. leonardtown.somd.com or call 301475-9791.
Historic St. Mary’s City, 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City, will observe how early Marylanders celebrated the first harvest 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 28-29. Admission is $10, $9 for seniors, $6 for students and free for children younger than 6. Visitors contributing a non-perishable food item will receive a $1 discount off admission benefiting the Southern Maryland Food Bank. Call 240-895-4990 or visit www.hsmcdigshistory.org.
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WARMTH art show, silent auction A local art show and silent auction will begin at 2 p.m. Nov. 29 at Camalier House, 22635 Washington Street, Leonardtown. The event will feature work from more than 50 local artists: originals, fiber arts, jewelry, note cards, painted glassware, signed prints, pottery, photographs and more. Donations: $8 per person or two for $15. Donations, silent auction proceeds and a portion of art sales will benefit Three Oaks Center.
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The 26th annual Calvert Hospice Festival of Trees will be held 7-9 p.m. Nov. 28; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 29 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 30 at St. John Vianney Family Life Center, 105 Vian-
ter Wonderland and Christmas tree lighting from 5:30-8 p.m. Nov. 29 at 46900 South Shangri-La Drive, Lexington Park. Enjoy the start of the holiday season and watch Santa light the community Christmas tree. Activities, food and photos with Santa available. Email info@bdvfd.org or visit www. bdvfd.org.
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Local events Toys for Tots ‘Stuff-a-Truck’ event in Calvert Toys for Tots of Calvert County will host the second annual “Stuff-A-Truck” event from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Nov. 29 at the Prince Frederick Walmart, 150 Solomons Island Road N, Prince Frederick. The group anticipates 1,000 children will benefit from Toys for Tots of Calvert County this year. Attend to make a child’s Christmas brighter by donating new, unwrapped toys.
‘Nutcracker’ performances COSMIC Symphony will present Tchaikovsky’s beloved “Nutcracker” ballet at 7 p.m. Nov. 29 and 2 p.m. Nov. 30 at Huntingtown High School, 4125 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown. The production will feature professional company Donetsk Ballet of Ukraine, students from local Ballet Caliente and a live orchestra. Tickets available online at www.cosmicsymphony.org, by calling 240-561-9799 or purchased at the door (premium individual: $40; pre-
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The Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department will host a holiday bazaar featuring more than 60 vendors and crafters from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 30. Bring the kids for photos with Santa from 12-1 p.m. Visit www.mvfd.com.
Christmas doll, train exhibit The St. Clement’s Island Museum in Coltons Point will present “Christmas by the Bay,” a holiday exhibit featuring special doll collections from the BlackEyed Susan and Southern Maryland Doll Clubs, from Dec. 3-7, 10-14, 17-23 and 26-31. Dolls will depict Christmas scenes and vignettes of Chesapeake coastal living in the early 20th century. Event will also feature working miniature trains and a hands-on train set children can operate. Museum store will sell holiday gifts. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for senior citizens (62 and older) and military personnel with ID, $1.50 for students ages 6-18 and free for children 5 and younger. The museum is located at 38370 Point Breeze Road, Coltons Point. Call 301-769-2222 or
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held from 5-9 p.m. Dec. 5 at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown. Shop from more than 100 artisans, crafters, vendors and local businesses. Fresh wreaths and greenery for sale, photos with Santa (pets welcome), gingerbread doghouse contest and more. Free admission and free parking. Proceeds benefit the St. Mary’s Animal Welfare League. Call 410-474-2958 or visit www.smawl.org.
Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum & Historic Park will host the 8th Annual Piney Point Lighthouse Holiday Exhibit throughout December at 44720 Lighthouse Road, Piney Point. Military exhibits will fill the lighthouse keeper’s quarters, normally closed to the public, and the museum store will feature holiday Garden in Lights at Staff photo by MEGAN JOHNSON gifts for sale. Admission Annmarie Garden includes holiday exhibit A fanciful couple at Garden in Lights in 2011. and tour of the museum, Annmarie Sculpture Potomac River Maritime Garden & Arts Center will Exhibit and Piney Point Lighthouse hold Garden in Lights, its annual holitower. Tickets are $7 for adults; $3.50 day tradition, from 6-9 p.m. nightly for seniors (62 and older), military personnel with ID and students ages 6 Dec. 5 to Jan. 3 at the center, 13480 to 18; and free for children age 5 and Dowell Road, Dowell. Ornament show younger. For extended holiday hours and sale, nightly entertainment, “Holand more information, call 301-994- iday I Spy Game” and refreshments 1471 or visit www.stmarysmd.com/recfor purchase. Garden in Lights will be reate/museums. closed Dec. 8-10 and 24-25. Admission is $6; free for members and children Santa Paws Boutique younger than 6. Visit www.annmarieThe Santa Paws Boutique will be garden.org.
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Local events Madrigal dinners Historic St. Mary’s City will host madrigal dinners at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 5-7 and 12-13 and at 3 p.m. Dec. 7 at the State House, 47418 Old State House Road. PING will perform Dec. 5 and 7 and St. Maries Musica will perform Dec. 6, 12 and 13. Tickets are $85 or $80 for members. Call Muffin at 240895-4991 or email events@stmaryscity. org.
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Solomons Christmas Walk The Solomons Christmas Walk will begin at 6 p.m. Dec. 5-6 with entertainment, refreshments, Santa, holiday crafts and shopping in the Calvert Marine Museum store both nights. Santa’s Coffee House will be open Saturday with complimentary hot tea, coffee, hot cocoa and holiday cookies. The museum is open with free admission from 6-9 p.m.
Christmas bazaar for St. George Church St. George Catholic Church will host a Christmas bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Community Center, 19197 St. George’s Church Road, Valley Lee. Event will feature Christmas crafts, woodworking items, wreaths, swags, trees, children’s craft table, Mrs. Claus’ Attic, gift basket raffle, baked goods, silent auction, Santa Claus and more. Food will be sold. Call 301-9940607.
Rock and Roll Christmas Toy Drive in Dunkirk The 3rd Annual Rock and Roll Christmas Toy Drive will begin at 8 p.m. Dec. 6 at 10371 Southern Mary-
land Boulevard, Dunkirk. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to get in the door or make a $5 donation toward a toy. Live music by School Days, Bottle & Throttle and Others May Fall. All collections benefit Toys for Tots of Calvert County.
Holiday bazaar at Crossroad Church in St. Leonard Crossroad Christian Church will host its annual holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 at 150 Ball Road, St. Leonard. More than 50 vendors, food sales, free door prizes and basket raffles. Call Michelle at 410-586-1272, ext. 104.
Holiday photos with horses Freedom Hill Horse Rescue will sponsor holiday photos with horses beginning at 9:30 a.m. Dec. 6 at Hampton Plantation, 7940 Flint Hill Road, Owings. Have professional photos taken with horses to create lasting holiday memories. Image costs range from $25 to $60 with 100 percent of proceeds benefitting the horses of FHHR. Also enjoy holiday music and crafts, hot drinks and baked goods, a gift shop, hand-guided horse rides and a wine tasting by Friday’s Creek
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Christmas bazaar, craft show in Mechanicsville The Golden Beach/Patuxent Knolls Civic Association will host its annual Christmas bazaar and craft show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Golden Beach Fire House, 29848 Therese Circle, Mechanicsville. More than 30 vendors, door prizes, baked goods and food for sale. Santa arrives at 11 a.m. for photos.
Festival of Trees for Hospice of St. Mary’s Hospice of St. Mary’s will host its Festival of Trees from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 at Southern Maryland Higher Education Center, 44219 Airport Road, California. Vendors, visit from Santa and children’s activities. Billy Breslin, David Norris, David Flood, Bootscooters and more will perform. Call 301994-3023.
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Local events Breakfast with Santa The Bay District Volunteer Fire Department Station 3 will host an allyou-can-eat Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 7 at the VFD social hall, 46900 South Shangri-La Drive, Lexington Park. Enjoy an assortment of eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, French toast, coffee and juice. Photos with Santa, 50/50 and gift raffles. Cost is $8 for ages 13 and older; $5 for ages 5-12; and free for children age 4 and younger. Email info@bdvfd.org or visit www.bdvfd.org.
Holiday home tour in Leonardtown The annual Health Share of St. Mary’s Holiday Home Tour will begin at 11 a.m. Dec. 7 in the Breton Bay area of Leonardtown. Tickets are $50 for the entire tour or $10 per home. Box lunches for sale. Call Anne Bell at 301-475-2129 or email lucxybarbour@ mris.com.
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Tree lighting in Lusby The Lusby Business Association will present the Lusby Town Center’s 5th annual tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 7 in the Lusby Commons Shopping Center. The free event will include a visit from Santa Claus, live music, Christmas caroling, hot chocolate and pictures with Santa. Visit www.shoplusby.com or email info@shoplusby.com.
Patuxent Voices to perform holiday concerts Patuxent Voices will hold winter wonders holiday concerts at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at All Saints Church, 100 Lower Marlboro Road, Sunderland; 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at Christ Church, 37497 Zack Fowler Road, Chaptico; 3 p.m. Dec. 14 at Trinity Church, 47477 Trinity Church Road, St. Mary’s City; and 3 p.m. Dec. 16 at Calvert Pines Senior Center, 450 W. Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick. Patuxent Voices is an all-female a cappella group. Free, but donations welcome. Visit www.patuxentvoices.org.
Holly Jolly Musical Show Gracie’s Guys and Gals Dance Studio will host a Holly Jolly Musical Show from 12-5 p.m. Dec. 13 at St. Mary’s
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County Fairgrounds, 42455 Fairgrounds Road, Leonardtown. This family show will feature singing and dancing, a tap-dancing horse and many animated costume characters including Santa Mouse and Fred and Ginger Bread, plus “The King” of rock and roll himself. Entertainment to delight not only the preschool-age child but family members of all ages. Advance tickets are $15 (includes meal) or $20 at the door. Call 301-475-5265 or email HollyJollyShow@aol.com.
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Local events Colonial Christmas Historic St. Mary’s City will celebrate the holidays with the first Marylanders from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 at 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City. Crafts, entertainment, walking tours and games. Admission is $10; $9 for seniors; $6 for students and free for children younger than 6. Call 240-8954990 or visit www.hsmcdigshistory.org.
Evergreen workshop The Shops at Farthings Ordinary in Historic St. Mary’s City will host a colonial times workshop on evergreen arrangements from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dec. 13. Learn to assemble beautiful arrangements for the table or door. Fee of $30 ($25 for members) includes all materials. Register by Dec. 1. Call 240-895-4990 or email info@stmaryscity.org.
Breakfast with Santa The Inn at Brome Howard will host
2014 a Breakfast with Santa at 11 a.m. Dec. 13. Enjoy a light breakfast, a reading of Clement C. Moore’s “A Visit from St. Nicholas” and receive a professional photo with the man himself. Cost is $18 per person (ages 3 and up), or $15 for members. The inn is located at 18281 Rosecroft Road, St. Mary’s City. Call 240-8954990 or email info@stmaryscity.org.
Santa on the Square Santa and Mrs. Clause will make an appearance in Leonardtown Square from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 13. Bring your wishlist and camera.
Christmas Market in Sunderland All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Sun-
derland will host the 8th annual Christmas Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 at the church on the corner of Routes 2 and 4, Sunderland. Expert craftsmen, gourmet c o c o a , Glühwein and homebaked goods. No admission fee. Proceeds benefit the parish and community projects.
Christmas open house at St. Clement’s St. Clement’s Island Museum will host a free Christmas open house from 12-4 p.m. Dec. 13 at 38370 Point Breeze Road, Colton’s Point. Enjoy a holiday exhibit and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus from 12-2 p.m. Southern Maryland Sound Barbershop Chorus will perform at 2:30 p.m. Mike Barbour will portray Dr. Thomas Gerard and share the history of the “12 Days of Christmas” and play heritage games
with the kids. No admission fee; free punch and cookies. Holiday gifts for sale. Call 301-769-2222 or visit www. stmarysmd.com/recreate/museums.
Breakfast with Santa at Forrest Center The Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center in Leonardtown will host a Breakfast with Santa from 8-11 a.m. Dec. 13. Enjoy delicious breakfast prepared by the school’s culinary arts students. Santa will make his grand entrance at 8:30 a.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students and free for children 4 and younger. Face-painting, photos with Santa and more. Proceeds will benefit the Forrest Center’s SkillsUSA chapter and student programs. Call chef Amanda Granados at 301-475-0242, ext. 28210 or email aegranados@smcps.org.
Vendor bazaar at Oakville Oakville Elementary School’s PTA will host a vendor bazaar beginning at 9 a.m. Dec. 13 at 26410 Three Road, Mechanicsville. Holiday shopping and more.
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Local events Holiday spectacular, quarter auction A holiday spectacular and quarter auction will be held from 2-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Dec. 14 at 3150 Solomons Island Road, Huntingtown. Celebrate the season with holiday/winterthemed games, moon bounce and activities. Santa visits at 5 p.m. The quarter auction will benefit Safe Harbour Women and Children’s Shelter. Doors open at 2 p.m. for viewing; auction begins at 3 p.m. Donations of coats, jackets, gloves, mittens and hats are encouraged and welcomed.
Breakfast with Santa The 2nd District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad will host a Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 8-11 a.m. Dec. 14 at 45245 Drayden Road, Valley Lee. All-you-can-eat homestyle breakfast to benefit the fire department and rescue squad. Admission is $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and younger. Call 301-994-9999.
Christmas Gift Bingo Loffler Senior Activity Center will host Christmas Gift Bingo from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 17 at 21905 Chancellors Run Road, Great Mills. Prizes include items
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Holiday Purse Bingo Northern Senior Activity Center will host Holiday Purse Bingo at 10 a.m. Dec. 19 at 29655 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall. Name-brand bags with tags or one-time wear only. Limited seating available; seat reservations must be made with $2 payment. Sign-up deadline is Dec. 12. Call 301-475-4002, ext. 1001.
Christmas piano recital, singing ensemble Northern Senior Activity Center will host a Christmas piano recital and singing ensemble at 12 p.m. Dec. 19 at 29655 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall. Enjoy lunch while listening to piano music and the singing ensemble of Meleah Backhaus Shrout’s students. Call to make a reservation for lunch and show at 301-475-4002, ext. 1004.
TUBACHRISTMAS in Solomons Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church will host Solomons’ 12th annual TUBACHRISTMAS concert at 4 p.m. Dec. 21. Event is open to the public and free of charge. Attend this unique holiday celebration featuring traditional Christmas carols arranged for tuba and baritone horn players, as well as opportunities for the audience to sing along. Local low brass players are welcome to play in the group (details at www.tubachristmas.com).
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Many parents fondly recall their first holiday season as a mom and dad. While youngsters will not remember much about their first Thanksgiving dinner with family or where their first Christmas present was placed under the tree, parents tend to cherish such memories, making their first holidays with children in tow very memorable. Loved ones of new parents can take steps to make this holiday season even more special. The following are some gift ideas for holiday shoppers who want to make this season even more memorable for the proud new parents in their lives. • Photo album: Today’s new parents have more pictures and video of their bundles of joy than any previous generation of moms and dads, as smartphones, tablets and other devices have made taking pictures much easier than in years past. But family members also have more access to such photos than ever before, making it easy to put together a special photo album of the new parents and their new child. Pull pictures from the parents’ social media accounts or make an album of the numerous photos you have no doubt received since your loved ones became parents. Parents likely don’t have time to make such albums, so your efforts will almost certainly be appreciated. • Camcorder: Many smartphones are capable of taking video, but such devices are not ideal for shooting longer home videos new parents will want to watch for years to come. An
HD camcorder with sufficient internal flash memory can allow new parents to take longer, higher quality videos with superior audio to those that are shot on smartphones. Such a camcorder may be costly for those shopping on a strict budget, but it’s a gift new parents are sure to love and utilize for years to come. • Nursery sound system: New moms and dads are no doubt anxiously anticipating the day when the newest additions to their households sleep through the night. Help speed up the arrival of that glorious night with a nursery sound system that provides soothing sounds to create a perfect sleeping environment for newly born boys and girls. The results may not arrive overnight, but parents may soon find their lovable youngster is spending more of the wee hours of the morning sleeping and less time waking up mom and dad. • Spa treatment: Not every gift you buy for the new parents in your life needs to focus on helping them cherish their first holiday season as parents. New parents tend to experience lots of exhaustion in their first few months on the job, but a spa treatment can be just the relaxing break they need from catering to their bundle of joys’ every need. Moms may prefer the full spa treatment, while dads may simply want a massage and some relaxing time in the steam room. Book a treatment for both mom and dad so they can spend some time relaxing during this hectic time of year.
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Holiday shopping may soon be done, but that enormous pile of presents will still need 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 it 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 unraveling. 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 canisters can be wrapped and used to hold other food gifts or smaller stocking 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 you’re not too skilled with traditional paper. Fabric can be reused and is more durable, and you won’t 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 you’re 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.
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Shop locally this holiday season Shopping is a big part of the holiday season, when families and friends gather to reconnect and exchange gifts. While the popularity of shopping online has grown, such practices are not always ecofriendly or timely, as gifts bought online must be packaged and shipped, wasting valuable resources and time that last-minute shoppers may not have. The benefits of shopping locally go beyond convenience and the chance to reduce your carbon footprint. The following are a few ways that shopping locally this holiday season can directly benefit your community and the people who call it home.
Local economy When men and women shop locally, they are putting money back into their local communities. Local small businesses may be owned by your neighbors, and it can be comforting to know that your holiday shopping dollars are going to support a neighbor instead of a large corporation. Local businesses also
employ your neighbors, so shopping local can strengthen the local economy by creating jobs that may not exist if you and members of your community fail to support local small businesses.
Community identity Local small businesses go a long way toward creating a neighborhood identity, and that identity can create a stronger sense of community among you and your neighbors. In addition, a unique community identity can make your town more attractive to outsiders, and that appeal can improve the value of local real estate while also attracting more people to local businesses in your neighborhood.
Uniqueness of gifts The gifts you buy when shopping locally also can benefit your community. Gifts purchased from small local businesses tend to be more unique than items bought from national chains, as smaller retailers tend to sell more homemade items than their national competitors. Recipients of such items may find such gifts more thoughtful than mass produced items bought from national chains, and the uniqueness of homemade gifts may encourage the gifts’ recipients to visit your community and do some shopping, further benefitting your local economy.
Customer service The accessibility of customer service is another oft-overlooked benefit of shopping locally. When buying from national chains, especially during the holiday season when such businesses may be overwhelmed with orders, making contact with customer service departments can be a trying exercise in patience. Long wait times on the phone or online can make the process of contacting customer service extremely frustrating. But such frustration is rare when buying from local businesses, as consumers can simply take their products into the store, where employees can immediately address their concerns. In addition, buying locally makes it more convenient for friends and family members who also live in your community to return their gifts.
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Shopping? Scammers hope you’ll send them money online This holiday season, will you be one of the 197 million Americans to shop online, according to eMarketer? Holiday shoppers will go online to buy everything from gift cards to cars, flat screen TVs to smartphones. And at least some of them will have their holiday spirit dampened by scammers who use a variety of schemes to convince victims to send money for a bogus purchase. “The holiday shopping season is an opportunity for scammers,” said Dan Marostica, vice president of fraud risk management of Western Union, a leading money transfer company. “In the hustle and bustle of the holidays, con artists are counting on Americans’ desire for a good deal to help them cheat holiday shoppers out of their hard-earned money.” Scammers attempt to contact consumers on a variety of online venues, from popular
auction and free-ad websites to social media and even popup ads. Some scenarios hinge on one tactic: convincing the buyer to send money to the scammer via money transfer. “Criminals may purport to be selling an item privately and claim they can
only accept a money transfer,” Marostica said. “Or they may be offering something for ‘free’ like a puppy, simply asking the buyer to send a money transfer to pay for shipping. These cheats know that once a money transfer is paid, it is difficult for the victims to
get their money back from the seller. As the holidays approach, follow these tips to avoid becoming a victim of an online purchase scam: • Never pay for an online purchase by sending a money transfer to an individual. • When shopping online, stick to established, reputable retail sites or auction sites that have clearly defined policies for how they will help settle a dispute between buyers and sellers. • Look for visual cues that a website is secure, such as a URL address that begins with “https” or a lock symbol on the lower part of the page. These signs indicate a website has taken security measures. • If you can’t find a company’s physical address and customer service phone number on its website, consider doing business elsewhere. • Be wary of private sellers offering goods at extreme-
ly low prices, or those who require you to pay by money transfer. Don’t believe a seller who claims your money transfer will be held in escrow — Western Union does not offer an escrow service — or one who suggests you put the money transfer in a friend’s name for security purposes changing it after you receive the goods. Once the criminal has your friend’s name, he or she may be able to pick up the money transfer. “Money transfer is a great way to send money to family and friends for the holidays, but you should never use it when dealing with someone you haven’t met in person,” Marostica said. “And you should never send a money transfer to pay for goods or services from an individual on the Internet.” Brandpoint
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Gift ideas for the special seniors in your life With lifetimes of experiences and seemingly everything they could ever want or need in life already at their disposal, seniors can be difficult to shop for come the holiday season. Many even insist that their family members save their money and not buy them anything for the holidays. But if the thought of Grandma or Grandma not having something to open come the holidays is simply unacceptable, consider the following gift ideas.
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Activity assistance devices The realities of getting older often mean the body slows down and activities may not be as easy as they used to be. Many active seniors are not ready to live sedentary lives, nor should they be forced to do so. Plenty of products exist that can make life easier and
more comfortable for older adults. Television amplifying headphones are one product that can be a great fit for seniors, particularly those having difficulty hearing their televisions. The headphones amplify the sound of the programming without disturbing others in the room, and many such headphones even allow users to mute their
Time Seniors who truly do not want or need anything probably will likely jump at the opportunity to spend time with loved ones. Treat a friend or family member to a meal out or simply spend a few hours chatting at his or her home. Sometimes the company of a new face and good conversation is the ideal gift.
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Three simple ways to kick the stress out of holiday shopping Traveling, cooking large meals, planning and surviving holiday office parties and managing relatives — the holidays can be stressful. Add in the time and money demands of holiday shopping, and you may be tempted to keep a therapist on speed dial. While you may not be able to avoid difficult relatives or the annual end-of-year trip to a client you’d rather not see, it is possible to reduce holiday shopping stress. “In my opinion, the best deals are post-Black Friday,” said Peggy Blum, a former retail trends forecaster, past Seventeen Magazine editor, and current lead instructor for the Fashion Retail & Management program at The Art Institute of Austin, a branch of The Art Institute of Houston. “Black Friday will have some deals, but it won’t be the end-all of sales through the season.” With that in mind, here are three holiday shopping tips that are sure to help.
No idea where to start, what to buy Kate Campbell, a former buyer for Dillard’s, suggests starting with a search of hot lists or top-pick lists. Campbell currently serves as the director of the Fashion Marketing & Management program at The Art Institute of Tampa, a branch of Miami International University of Art & Design. Whether it is toys, apparel or electronics, major retailers and brand-specific websites are publishing “hot holiday lists” and top picks for almost anything. “I’ve seen top picks by Amazon, Toys R Us, and PC Magazine for electronics,” said
some preliminary shopping via your smartphone or mobile tablet, many apps can make shopping a bit more organized and convenient. “There are apps for apparel such as Wanelo and Wish, and major retailers or brands also have their own apps such as Pink Nation for Victoria’s Secret,” Campbell said. Need to keep track of all your online purchases? There’s an app for that! The larger shipping services like UPS and FedEx have their own apps, but you can also try the Slice app or the Posted app depending on your needs. Campbell warns that shoppers should plan for extra time on their delivery schedule when purchasing online or via an app. Campbell. “There are even top pick lists for cosmetics and best buys for kitchenware.” Blum adds that novelty gifts are also a great way to make an impact and a good place to start. She challenges shoppers to step away from the large retail stores and buy from privately owned businesses like local boutiques and mom and pop stores. “People really respond to unique gifts, and it puts the magic back into gift-giving,” she said. “Think outside the box, anything from craft beers, to personalized yoga mats, to craft jewelry could all make great gifts.”
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Presents to delight music lovers Finding the right gift come the holiday season is not always so simple. Many people on your list may seem as though they already have everything they could ever want or need, making it hard to find them a gift they will truly enjoy. A great way to find the right gift is to think of a loved one’s hobbies and find something that fosters those passions. Many people love music, and if there happens to be a budding musician or someone who simply loves to rock on your list, then the following gifts may be music to their ears. • Concert tickets: The ultimate gift for many music fans is tickets to see their favorite performer in person. Concert tickets can sell out quickly, so research when tickets will be going on sale and be prepared to purchase them as early as possible. Some credit card companies sponsor concerts
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your loved one’s passion for music and make for a great night out on the town. The gift of an experience is always a memorable one. • Music lessons: Perhaps your loved one is a budding musician who can benefit from professional instruction? A great way to encourage their aspirations is to finance their lessons with local music or vocal instructors. • Music store gift certificate: Musicians often need to repair or replace their instruments, so a gift card to a music store can make for a much-needed and appreciated gift. Repairs and new instruments can be expensive, so if you plan to go this route, put enough money on the card to make a significant dent at the register. • Gadgets: Each year the market seems to offer newer and better ways to listen to music, and these gadgets may be on your loved one’s wish list.
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Give the gift of indulgence this holiday season The holiday season is rife with tradition. Families have their own unique traditions, whether it’s gathering at Grandma’s to enjoy a holiday meal or singing carols together around the neighborhood with friends who live nearby. One tradition that seems to have made it into many families’ holiday celebrations is indulging in delicious baked goods. Desserts are a big part of the holiday season, when many people relax restrictions on their diets to enjoy some of their favorite cookies and cakes. While such delicacies are often served at dinnertime, homemade baked goods also make great gifts come the holiday season. Whether a friend or family member is a fully devoted foodie or simply a person who loves a decadent dessert, gifting homecooked baked goods is a great way to show your loved ones just how much you appreciate them. This Christmas, give the gift of decadence by cooking up the following recipe for “Sticky Chocolate Gingerbread” courtesy of Maxine Clark’s “Chocolate: Deliciously Indulgent Recipes for
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No holiday celebration complete until eggnog has been served The holiday season is rife with tradition, from Christmas trees to lighting displays to visits with Santa Claus at the local mall. Families reunite come the holiday season to exchange gifts, enjoy meals together and do a little catching up along the way. But the holiday season also is synonymous with parties. Whether it’s to enjoy an office holiday party, a gathering with family and friends or a more intimate gathering at home, such celebrations are a big part of the holiday season and a main reason why this is such a festive and beloved time of year. As this is a season of celebrating, it’s good to remember that no holiday party is truly complete until eggnog has been served. Enjoyed almost exclusively during the holiday season, eggnog is as much a
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Six steps for holiday shopping safety The holiday season is a joyous and busy time of year. Decking the halls, catching up with old friends and holiday shopping make this time of year especially hectic. Though the season is generally jolly, there are those people who take advantage of the hectic nature of the holiday season, preying on busy holiday shoppers who may be understandably distracted as the season progresses. As a result, shoppers and holiday revelers should heed the following precautions to ensure this holiday season is as safe as it is festive. . Exercise caution at ATMs. Thousands of dollars change hands at stores and banks this time of year. Potential thieves know that ATMs make good places to target victims withdrawing funds for purchases. Shoppers
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How to establish a holiday shopping budget In order to avoid joining the growing number of people accumulating massive amounts of credit card debt, holiday shoppers must establish a shopping budget. A budget helps shoppers control their spending, and the following are a few tips shoppers can employ to establish a budget that ensures this holiday season is as debt-free as it is festive. • Remember the Alamo. While the Battle of the Alamo may have nothing to do with holiday spending, shoppers who have found themselves with a mountain of postholiday debt in the past should learn from their history so they aren’t doomed to repeat it. Look back on the previous year’s spending habits to determine where you could have saved money. Keep this year’s receipts so they can be examined next year. Gaining an understanding of your spending habits is a great way to discover which of those habits are unhealthy and which
you can build on to become a more responsible shopper. • Take shopping year by year. Just because you spent thousands of dollars last year doesn’t mean you should it do so again this year. Let the past year dictate how much you can spend on holiday shopping this year. Shoppers
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Looking for holiday gifts they’ll still love next year? Go traditional, not tech Popular wisdom would have you believe that the best holiday gift must have a battery, a touch screen and wireless capability. Technology gifts, however, rarely stand the test of time. Give your loved one a smartphone or tablet in December and it may already be obsolete by spring. What’s more, market research firm MarketTools found 14 percent of us return consumer electronic gifts after the holidays. “There’s a reason why certain types of gifts and accessories become thought of as ‘traditional,’” said Karen Smith, senior buyer for Cracker Barrel Old Country Store. “Their appeal and usefulness endure long after the holiday season ends. They speak to the recipient’s heart. They may create a warm sense of nostalgia and comfort by reminding the gift-receiver of a simpler time in their lives.” Need another reason to go traditional, rather than tech? Consider this: a
Stanford University study of gift-givers and recipients found the price of a gift had no influence on the recipient’s level of appreciation. How much the gift cost actually meant more to the giver than it did the receiver. For far less than you might spend on the latest technology gift, you could give a wide range of notech, traditional and nostalgic gifts. • Delightful holiday decorations — Giving holiday decorations is a great way to make the season even more festive for everyone on your gift list — and give something that will be used for years to come. Personalized ornaments or ones that celebrate a hobby or occupation remind recipients that you know — and love — who they are. Unique holiday decor items such as those made from all-natural materials, a beautiful wreath for the front door or hand-crafted lanterns with a winter theme make memorable, affordable and useful gifts. • Home decor — Many people ago-
nize over how to personalize a gift, yet if you’ve ever visited someone’s home, you probably already have an idea of their home decorating style. Look for home decor pieces that mesh with items already in their home. For example, if your sister-in-law has decorated her home in a rustic style, she might welcome some rooster tableware or a beautifully crafted quilt. • Bed and bath — Everyone sleeps and everyone bathes, but does everyone on your holiday list do both in style? Gift items that make for a more luxurious bathing experience — or even just put a touch of lux into everyday hand washing — can deliver a sense of caring, comfort and relaxation. Look for products that are practical and pampering, such as scented moisturizers. In the bedroom, accent pillows and quilts can remind the recipient of your care all year long. • Timeless toys — Shopping for kids
can be a challenge, especially if the child on your list has everything from a tablet to a battery-powered scooter. While last year’s tech toy may already be collecting dust on the shelf or broken beyond repair, traditional toys like old-fashioned musical instruments and simple dolls are timeless. Consider a classic doll like Raggedy Ann or Andy, or a stuffed friend like Sock Monkey. • Food favorites — Food can be a deeply personal gift, especially if you opt for something that not only tickles the recipients’ taste buds but his or her sense of nostalgia as well. Childhood favorites like Necco Wafers, salt water taffy, peppermints or traditional root beer are flavorful reminders of a simpler time. Pantry staples such as gourmet pancake mix and syrup or premium vanilla extracts feed the recipients’ body as well as their sense of creativity. Or, save someone a step on her holiday meal prep by providing dessert: a homemade pie will be a welcome addition to any host’s holiday table. “Some gifts will fade in favor just as winter fades into spring,” Smith said. “Everyone wants to give a gift that will be loved, used and remembered — and nothing accomplishes that better than a gift that appeals to our sense of nostalgia and tradition.” Brandpoint
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Great gifts for people who love to read Many people love to read, and such people do not often cause headaches for holiday shoppers. Readers typically are easy to shop for come the holiday season, when shoppers stuck on what to get a friend or family member can always fall back on a book or two if they know their loved one likes to get lost in a good book. But books aren’t the only gifts shoppers can give the readers on their lists this holiday season. The following are a few gift ideas no book lover can balk at. • E-reader: Before buying an e-reader, shoppers may want to first learn where the intended recipient of this thoughtful gift stands on the book versus e-reader debate. Some book lovers feel a sentimental attachment to traditional books, while others love the versatility of e-readers, many of which serve as tablets that allow users to peruse the Internet, play games and, of course, read books. If your friend or family member does not have an aver-
sion to e-readers, then this might make the ideal gift. The price of e-readers varies depending on their capabilities, but you can expect to spend anywhere from $50 to several hundred dollars, depending on which model you ultimately choose. • Storage: For those readers who prefer traditional books, a new bookshelf can help them store their favorite titles. Books take up a lot of space, and avid readers tend to buy many new books each year, so homeowners and apartment dwellers alike will no doubt appreciate the extra space to store their collections. But even e-reader enthusiasts may find their storage filling up faster than they might have liked. To remedy that problem, holiday shoppers can buy a Wi-Drive with ample extra storage space so readers who keep both books and movies on their e-readers and tablets have plenty of extra space to store all of those new books they plan to read in the coming year.
• Decorative bookends: Those who have a passion for books and home décor might appreciate a unique set of handcrafted bookends to store the books they keep on their desks or those they keep out as decorative accents that guests can enjoy when visiting. Such gifts will please your friends or family members who have a flare for interior decorating while also appealing to their love of literature. • Book club membership: A membership to a Book of the Month Club may be right up the alleys of those readers who read too fast to join a local reading group or simply don’t have the time to devote to a community book club. Such memberships often sell classic titles and the latest bestsellers at a fraction of the cost of the publisher-established prices, and members typically can order as many books as they would like. This can be a great way for readers to find new titles and keep the books coming in without
breaking the bank. Avid readers are passionate about their books, and holiday shoppers can feed those passions by giving their favorite readers gifts that indulge their love of literature this holiday season.
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Six reasons to host a holiday this year What would the holidays be without gatherings of family and close friends? Everyone gets to reminisce around the dinner table, and distant family members get to meet face-to-face instead of through social media. In many families, holiday hosting duties are shared by one or two family members. Some host out of a sense of obligation, while others do so because they truly love providing a place for their loved ones to get together during such a festive time of year. Those undecided about whether or not to take on the role of holiday host should know there are a bevy or reasons to do just that. 1. No travel time: If you despise sitting in traffic or waiting in line at the airport for a delayed flight, hosting the holidays is your way around such headaches. While you’ll certainly deal with a number of people in your home, it will pale in comparison to the crowds holiday travelers must deal with.
2. New traditions: Hosting the holidays presents an opportunity to try out your own unique ideas and establish new traditions for your family. Over time, traditions become integral parts of family celebrations. A new host can impart fresh concepts and breathe new life into the festivities. 3. Time management: Hosting the event allows you to set the pace of the day. You may find the holiday is less stressful when you know what is coming next and can exercise control over the schedule. You may not have to wake up as early to account for travel time and could feel more relaxed. 4. Give older relatives a break: Perhaps Grandma or an aunt has always hosted the big holidays. Over time, the scope of the event can prove too much for an older person, whether it’s physical or financial constraints sparking such difficulties. Stepping up to take over hosting will relieve someone you love of the work, allowing him or her
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to enjoy the festivities even more. Talk to them and see what they think — you might be surprised. 5. Sense of pride: Hosting a holiday is a significant undertaking, especially if you will be following in the footsteps of a successful party host or hostess. This
can be your proving ground and a chance to show that you are up to the task. It can give you a confidence boost and the inspiration to try other things you may have thought were beyond reach. 6. Food: Hosting also allows you to customize the menu so the foods you and your immediate family like best make it on to the holiday menu. You may open others’ eyes to new culinary treats and show off your culinary skills along the way. Once the festivities have ended, you may even have enough leftovers to free you from cooking for a few days after the holiday, giving you a chance to relax and recuperate. Some people shy away from hosting a holiday because of the work involved. Although it can be challenging, there is a sense of reward and many other benefits that come with opening your home to friends and family come the holiday season.
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Christmas tidbits to put you in the holiday spirit age to baby Jesus, the Bible never specifically calls out a number. Similarly, there’s no specific indication that they visited the infant Jesus. Their visit may have occurred when Jesus was older. • Santa Claus’ modern look was inspired by writings from The Knickerbockers of New York and imagery from Clement Clarke Moore’s “A Visit from St. Nicholas.” Moore denied authoring the famous poem for 15 years after it was published anonymously, feeling the poem was beneath his talents. • Santa has his own official postal code. It’s H0 H0 H0. • The song “Jingle Bells” was originally written for Thanksgiving and not Christmas. People loved it so much that the lyrics were changed to fit Christmas. • Christmas trees typically grow for 15 years before they’re cut and sold. This means the trees sold today
were likely planted in 1999. • Christmas was not declared an official holiday in the United States until June 26, 1870. • Before turkey, the traditional Christmas meal served in England was a pig’s head and mustard. • Male reindeer tend to shed their antlers in the winter. This means Santa’s reindeer are likely female. • Many people may be less inclined to stand under mistletoe waiting for a kiss if they knew what “mistletoe” means in the ancient Germanic language. It literally means “dung on a twig,” for the bird who eats the berries and then leaves seeds in droppings to propagate new plants. • Each holiday season, PNC
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