Events for December and January, 2021
Enjoy many local events this holiday season.
Glass Ornaments
My parents weren’t shopping types. Food and necessities was one thing, but walking in and out of stores for fun with no particular goal in mind was not on their list of things to do,
Amaryllis: A gift that keeps on giving
Amaryllis, a popular holiday plant, is cherished for its showy flowers in hues ranging from stark white to dazzling red.
Thanksgiving was a ritual for “Packer Backers”
I have memories of two types of rituals for this holiday. The first revolves around football; the second revolves around food. In this issue of The News I’ll tell you about how in Green Bay, Wisconsin, football rules the roost on Thanksgiving. I will get into food next time.
Decking the halls…and the front door…and the mantle…
Deck the halls! That’s what we hear as the winter solstice and holidays approach. In Vermont, natural greens, berries and cones are the norm. It’s amazing how expensive these “found” objects can be.
Shopping with Chea
That could be you, talking to your grandmother, best friend or next-door neighbor, and you won’t even have to drive far to get such an amazing gift. The holiday season is upon us, and shopping doesn’t need to stress you out—you can take care of everyone on your list right here in Charlotte.