2022 starts in less than 29 hours...and I wanted to get one last thought in for the year. As I pulled up to a stop sign, I noticed one of the homeless men at the side of the road. I grabbed my wallet, thinking "at least I can make someone's Christmas a bit happier." On the outside was written "Merry Xmas + Happy New Year" I tried again to hand him the bill. "No, ma'am. It's my turn to wish you joy ... and a Merry Christmas." With that he walked back to the spot where he originally stood.

Celebrations, HolidaysKimberley ThompsonDecember 31, 2021Kimberley Thompson, #ghostofChristmasPresent, #Del=Santa, #ChristmasJoy, #spiritofgenerosity, #ChristmasDayComment

Good-bye to 2021

You have 3 more days to celebrate or be rid-of 2021. Never before have the pressures of living in a COVID world invaded our privacy so often. We all need a mental break. So on that note, enjoy a look back to the ghosts of pre-COVID New Years Eve celebrations. You just might find something that is still “appropriate” for you and your friends and family…Or not??

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterDecember 29, 2021Cindi Sutter, #Good-bye2021, #35NYEveMoviestoWatchBeforetheBallDrops, #NewYear’sEveCocktails, #50BestNewYear'sEveDinnerIdeas, #recipetips, #NYEveRecipesComment

How to Make (and Keep) New Year's Resolutions for 2022

A new year usually means new resolutions. From exercising more to changing career paths, New Year’s resolutions are completely personal—so there’s no right or wrong goals to have.

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterDecember 29, 2021Cindi Sutter, #CheyannNeades, #NewYearsResolutions, #RingIn2022Comment

According to Tradition, You Should Leave Your Tree Up Until January 6—Here's Why

If you've been looking for a reason to keep your Christmas decorations up a bit longer, this is it.

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterDecember 27, 2021Cindi Sutter, #EmilyVanSchmus, #ChristmasTreeTips, #12daysofChristmas, #ChristianTradition, #ChristmasCheer, #January6th=3kingsBethlehemarrivalComment

A Simple Search For A Nativity #2

Merry Christmas to you and your families! With all the wrapping with pretty ribbons and bows, and the prep for Christmas dinner, please don’t forget about the God child in the manger.

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterDecember 25, 2021Cindi Sutter, #nativitysearch, #ChristmasCheer, #ChristmasNativity, #GodInAMangerComment

The 10 Most Popular Recipes of 2021-Mill City Farmers Market

Mill City Farmers Market shares their top 10 favorite recipes, as well as vendor tips and indoor market updates!

Celebrations, SeasonalMill City Farmers MarketDecember 16, 2021Mill City Farmers Market, #volunteeratMillCityFarmersMarket, #IndoorMarketDates, #2022Vendor&GrantApplications, #10MostPopularRecipes2021Comment

Thinking about bringing your holiday cheer through song? 5 tips for caroling

Don’t be surprised if you hear a little more music than normal around the neighborhood. It’s “Go Caroling Day,” So, what if you want to get into the spirit of things, and join any carolers you see walking through the neighborhood? Here are five tips before warming up those vocal cords.

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterDecember 13, 2021Cindi Sutter, #GoCaroling, #KeithDunlap, #DigitalContentTeam, #GrahamMediaGroup, #5CarolingtipsComment

18 Fun and Festive Activities to Do in December

Breathe in the crisp December air or stay in for hot hazelnut toddies—whatever your pace, here’s how to fill December with the perfect mix of good times and down time.

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterDecember 11, 2021Cindi Sutter, #MaggieSeaver, #realsimple, #PlanWintryGetaway, #DoSomeCookieDecorating, #18Fun&FestiveDecemberActivities, #recipetips, #recipeComment

Shmaltz & Friends Grand Finale Tour

In 2021, Shmaltz Brewing embarks on its “Farewell to Shmaltz Tour” in cities nationwide to celebrate 25 years in craft beer. Exodus 2021, Bittersweet Lenny’s RIPA, Hop Manna, and multiple vintage draft releases will sell through the end of the year.

Celebrations, SeasonalCynthia SutterDecember 8, 2021Cindi Sutter, #Shmaltz&Friends, #GrandFinaleTour, #Exodus2021, #Barleywineale, #Shmaltz25yearsComment