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A GIVE AWAY THE WHOLE FAMILY WILL ENJOY!

Enter to Win! Last chance to enter and WIN! Make holiday memories with your family at the 34th annual Festival of Trees & Lights. Marvel at the hundreds of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths and décor — all for sale to raise funds for Norton Children’s Hospital. Photos with Santa, children’s crafts, ride-on train, holiday entertainment and Hanukkah activities are free with admission. Festival favorites also returning this year include the Sweet Shop, Very Merry Market and outdoor Elf Town activities.

By Jenny J|2023-11-10T14:00:25-05:00November 5, 2023|Christmas, Digital Exclusives, Giveaways, Holiday Celebrations|

Dealing With Loneliness During The Holidays

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By April Allman|2020-12-11T11:37:14-05:00December 13, 2020|Christmas, Holiday Celebrations|

Gifts To Our Community: Maya Collection

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By April Allman|2020-12-08T07:37:14-05:00December 8, 2020|Christmas, Community, Giving Back, Holiday Celebrations|

A 2020 Christmas: Still Merry

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By April Allman|2020-12-03T16:25:27-05:00December 6, 2020|Christmas, Holiday Celebrations|

The New Issue Is Out!

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By April Allman|2020-11-30T10:47:54-05:00November 30, 2020|Christmas, Community, Featured, Giving Back, Holiday Celebrations|

It’s in the Cards

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By April Allman|2020-11-18T11:33:41-05:00November 29, 2020|Christmas, Family|