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Holiday Entertaining on a Shoestring
Don't let a tight budget keep you from hosting a holiday party for your friends.
Don't let a tight budget keep you from hosting a holiday party for your friends.
Happy Holiday Home Entertaining
Check out these tips for planning a successful holiday party.
Check out these tips for planning a successful holiday party.
Holiday Plants: How Safe are They?
Are poinsettias really that toxic? Learn the truth behind the health risks of some popular holiday plants.
Are poinsettias really that toxic? Learn the truth behind the health risks of some popular holiday plants.
Making Your Own Natural Holiday Wreath
With just a few pinecones, nuts and hemlock cones, you can make a festive holiday wreath.
With just a few pinecones, nuts and hemlock cones, you can make a festive holiday wreath.
Recycle Those Holiday Cards!
Instead of throwing those treasured holiday cards in the garbage, why not make them into something useful?
Instead of throwing those treasured holiday cards in the garbage, why not make them into something useful?
Give Your Holiday Party a Punch
Try these seasonal holiday punches for your party.
Try these seasonal holiday punches for your party.
Happy Kwanzaa
Learn what this holiday is all about. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration that starts on December 26th. Learn more about the origin and traditions of this holiday.
Learn what this holiday is all about. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration that starts on December 26th. Learn more about the origin and traditions of this holiday.
Top Ten Favorite Holiday Treats
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for some fantastic holiday treats to bake or give away as gifts? Check out our Top Ten Favorite recipes here.
From the Farmers' Almanac Looking for some fantastic holiday treats to bake or give away as gifts? Check out our Top Ten Favorite recipes here.
Surviving the Holiday Rush – Ways to Combat Fatigue
Feeling worn out from the holiday rush? Find out ways to prevent exhaustion.
Feeling worn out from the holiday rush? Find out ways to prevent exhaustion.
How did Frosty Become the Holiday Snowman?
Ever wonder how an animated snowman became a holiday icon?
Ever wonder how an animated snowman became a holiday icon?
Helpful Holiday Hints
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.
To make Thanksgiving more memborable The holidays can be a crazy time of year. Check out some of our favorite helpful hints for ways to make this holiday better.
Must Read Remedies for Holiday Indulging
Remedies for Sick Stomachs. Holiday parties and indulging leaving you feeling a little off? Here are some natural cures for upset stomachs.
Remedies for Sick Stomachs. Holiday parties and indulging leaving you feeling a little off? Here are some natural cures for upset stomachs.
How did Labor Day become a holiday?
September 3rd is Labor Day this year. Ever wonder how this day became a holiday?
September 3rd is Labor Day this year. Ever wonder how this day became a holiday?
Ten Ways to Stay Trim
This Holiday Season Find out how to enjoy those tantalizing treats without packing on the pounds.
This Holiday Season Find out how to enjoy those tantalizing treats without packing on the pounds.
Childproofing for the Holidays
Before you dress your children in their best holiday clothes, you may want to call grandma and ask her to put the hard candies and breakable ornaments away.
Before you dress your children in their best holiday clothes, you may want to call grandma and ask her to put the hard candies and breakable ornaments away.
Does Thanksgiving Dinner make you Sleepy?
Find out why here. Tryptophan, an amino acid found in turkey, is often used as an excuse for falling asleep after that big holiday meal. But is that truly the culprit?
Find out why here. Tryptophan, an amino acid found in turkey, is often used as an excuse for falling asleep after that big holiday meal. But is that truly the culprit?
8 Wonderful Gifts That Don't Cost A Cent
Is holiday shopping hurting your wallet? Remember, it's the thought that counts. Check out our top 8 meaningful and FREE gift ideas.
Is holiday shopping hurting your wallet? Remember, it's the thought that counts. Check out our top 8 meaningful and FREE gift ideas.
What's so Magical about Mistletoe?
Today, kisses can be exchanged under the mistletoe any time during the holiday season.
Today, kisses can be exchanged under the mistletoe any time during the holiday season.
Are Winter Blues Real?
The truth about Seasonal Affected Disorder Is there really something to the "Holiday Blues"?
The truth about Seasonal Affected Disorder Is there really something to the "Holiday Blues"?
Healthier Holiday Cooking
Comfort food can be healthy. Find out how to make the holidays healthier here.
Comfort food can be healthy. Find out how to make the holidays healthier here.
Squash Season
Winter squash are in abundance during autumn. Try these recipes for your next meal or holiday parties.
Winter squash are in abundance during autumn. Try these recipes for your next meal or holiday parties.
Holiday Survival Tips
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!
Instead of letting the holidays send you into a spin, we've pulled together the ultimate survival guide to help eliminate some of the frustrations!
Need a Holiday?
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.
August has more of them than you think! Just because there are no major holidays in August doesn't mean there is nothing to celebrate.
Gingersnaps Galore
With a few gingersnap cookies, you can turn ordinary pancakes, muffins and other foods into festive holiday treats with the wonderful gingersnap flavor.
With a few gingersnap cookies, you can turn ordinary pancakes, muffins and other foods into festive holiday treats with the wonderful gingersnap flavor.
A Day for Peace
September 21 is the official International Day of Peace or "Peace Day." Learn more about this new holiday here.
September 21 is the official International Day of Peace or "Peace Day." Learn more about this new holiday here.
8 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe this Holiday Season
Pets, like children, can get in harms way during the holidays. Make sure your home is safe.
Pets, like children, can get in harms way during the holidays. Make sure your home is safe.
The Legend of the Poinsettia
The Flower of Christmas Eve Poinsettias are a true holiday tradition. But just how did this seasonal plant become the flower of Christmas Eve?
The Flower of Christmas Eve Poinsettias are a true holiday tradition. But just how did this seasonal plant become the flower of Christmas Eve?
Food Poisoning: An Unwanted Holiday Gift
Don't let the festivities of the holidays make you sick. Learn how to naturally treat a mild case of food poisoning.
Don't let the festivities of the holidays make you sick. Learn how to naturally treat a mild case of food poisoning.
Fourth of July SIZZLERS!
Top Ten HOTTEST Independence Days Fourth of July is a time for picnics, parades, and fireworks, but maybe not in these towns. Check out how HOT some places get during this patriotic holiday.
Top Ten HOTTEST Independence Days Fourth of July is a time for picnics, parades, and fireworks, but maybe not in these towns. Check out how HOT some places get during this patriotic holiday.
Make Your Own Eggnog
Recipe and More! Make your own eggnog this holiday season. It's fun, easy, and tasty.
Recipe and More! Make your own eggnog this holiday season. It's fun, easy, and tasty.
What is Earth Day?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?
April 22 is Earth Day. Ever wonder how and why Earth Day became a holiday of sorts?
Easter Dinner Favorites
Tasty Recipes for Easter Looking for some new recipes for this spring holiday. Check out three favorites here.
Tasty Recipes for Easter Looking for some new recipes for this spring holiday. Check out three favorites here.
Test Your Christmas Trivia
Did you know that Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday? Test your Christmas trivia here.
Did you know that Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday? Test your Christmas trivia here.
Decorate for Winter
Instead of decorating for the holidays, try decorating for the winter season.
Instead of decorating for the holidays, try decorating for the winter season.
Decorating the Christmas Tree
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.
Decorating the Christmas tree can be traced back to the 7th century. A wide variety of decorations, including tinsel made with real silver, have been used over the centuries. Here are a few ideas for making your tree special.
Top 10 reasons to cut your own tree
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?
Want to gather the family and cut down your own tree?
What are Latkes?
Here is an old-fashioned dish that is associated with Hanukkah. It is also easy to prepare.
Here is an old-fashioned dish that is associated with Hanukkah. It is also easy to prepare.
Easy Ways to Pay for the Holidays
Holidays take a toll on your finances? Check out some easy ways to help you pay off your expenses.
Holidays take a toll on your finances? Check out some easy ways to help you pay off your expenses.
Credit Card Blues
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.
Stress Reducing Tips
To keep the holidays happier. Holidays can be busy and stressful enough. Here are some tips for relaxing and enjoying the holidays without overextending ourselves.
To keep the holidays happier. Holidays can be busy and stressful enough. Here are some tips for relaxing and enjoying the holidays without overextending ourselves.
Make Your 12 Days of Christmas More Green
12 Earth-Friendly Tips Learn how to make the 12 days of Christmas a little more green. Check out our easy, but useful, tips here.
12 Earth-Friendly Tips Learn how to make the 12 days of Christmas a little more green. Check out our easy, but useful, tips here.
Should you make indoor or outdoor plans for Memorial Day?
And what about the 4th of July? Farmers’ Almanac predicts a “Fairly” good weather weekend for Memorial Day.
And what about the 4th of July? Farmers’ Almanac predicts a “Fairly” good weather weekend for Memorial Day.
This Weekend – Fly a Flag & Thank a Dad
June 14th is Flag Day. June 15th is Father’s Day. Learn more about these two holidays here.
June 14th is Flag Day. June 15th is Father’s Day. Learn more about these two holidays here.
Celebrate Grandparents September 7
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.
Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents' Day. Take time to show grandparents how much they are loved.
Salute Veterans on November 11
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.
This week, Americans across the country will be honoring those who have served in the Armed Forces.
Put the JOY back in Christmas
Tips on ways to spend and stress less. Tis the season for . . . a lot to get done in a short amount of time. Check out our helpful tips that help keep the season less crazy.
Tips on ways to spend and stress less. Tis the season for . . . a lot to get done in a short amount of time. Check out our helpful tips that help keep the season less crazy.
10 Fun Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Looking for great ideas for St. Patrick's Day? Try these fun ways to spend the day!
Looking for great ideas for St. Patrick's Day? Try these fun ways to spend the day!
2009 Thanksgiving Day Forecast
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?
Will it be wet, white, or warm? Will you need your umbrella this Thanksgiving?
Wreaths are More than Just Decorations
Wreaths have been used as war symbols, as well as house identifiers. Learn more about wreaths and how to decorate with them.
Wreaths have been used as war symbols, as well as house identifiers. Learn more about wreaths and how to decorate with them.
Thanksgiving Traditions to Treasure
Meaningful traditions you can incorporate into to your family's Thanksgiving celebration.
Meaningful traditions you can incorporate into to your family's Thanksgiving celebration.
Thanksgiving Forecast: Soup May be a Hit.
Farmers’ Almanac Predicts Cold Conditions for Turkey Day It's November. Cold weather is expected. Check out what the Farmers' Almanac is predicting in your area.
Farmers’ Almanac Predicts Cold Conditions for Turkey Day It's November. Cold weather is expected. Check out what the Farmers' Almanac is predicting in your area.
Tips to Relieve Heartburn and Indigestion Naturally
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.
An Early St. Patrick's Day!
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.
St. Patrick's Day is usually celebrated on the 17th of March, but not this year.
The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?
Ever wondered how the Valentines Day tradition started?
Will Your Christmas be White?
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Find out if it will be snow or grass covered here.
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Find out if it will be snow or grass covered here.
A Rose is Just a Rose – Or is It?
Don't send the wrong message to your Valentine. Find out what color roses you should give.
Don't send the wrong message to your Valentine. Find out what color roses you should give.
Easter Candy Everywhere
Did the Easter Bunny leave lots of goodies in baskets? Check out some sweet statistics on Easter candy.
Did the Easter Bunny leave lots of goodies in baskets? Check out some sweet statistics on Easter candy.
Earliest Easter You Will See In Your Lifetime
Unless you are 95 or over. Easter 2008 was on March 23rd, one of the earliest dates in can occur. But why?
Unless you are 95 or over. Easter 2008 was on March 23rd, one of the earliest dates in can occur. But why?
Saturday: The Trick to Making Halloween a Real Treat
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.
Why the Farmers' Almanac thinks Saturday is the perfect day for Halloween.
Helpful Hints for the Home
Need some organization? How about a tip on ways to deodorize a smelly microwave? These and more are right here.
Need some organization? How about a tip on ways to deodorize a smelly microwave? These and more are right here.
Christmas Cookies!
Find out how cookies became a Christmas tradition, and then add these recipes to your collection of favorites!
Find out how cookies became a Christmas tradition, and then add these recipes to your collection of favorites!
Memorable Thanksgiving Weather
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.
The first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621 was blessed with pleasant weather. But since then, other Thanksgiving holidays have not always enjoyed such fair conditions.
Too Busy to Exercise? Think Again.
Simple Ways to Sneak in Exercise. Life is busy, but exercise is important. Check out our easy ways to sneak in some exercise.
Simple Ways to Sneak in Exercise. Life is busy, but exercise is important. Check out our easy ways to sneak in some exercise.
Where to Hit the Slopes in 2008/09
Like to ski? Check out where the Farmers' Almanac is predicting a great ski season.
Like to ski? Check out where the Farmers' Almanac is predicting a great ski season.
Little Known Facts about the Fourth of July
Here are some strange and surprising bits of Independence Day trivia.
Here are some strange and surprising bits of Independence Day trivia.
Mexican Feasts for Cinco de Mayo
Why is the fifth of May associated with Mexico?
Why is the fifth of May associated with Mexico?
Gowks, April Fish and Other April Fools' Day Lore
April Fools' Day is a day of pranks. Ever wonder why?
April Fools' Day is a day of pranks. Ever wonder why?
Homemade Air Freshener Can Freshen up the Holidays
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.
Here is an easy-to-make air freshener that's also a perfect homemade gift.
Grandma's Cooking How-to's
If you are experimenting with some new recipes this month, check out these "how-to"s from Grandma Blanche Bianco. She'll teach how to boil pasta, make bechamel sauce and more.
If you are experimenting with some new recipes this month, check out these "how-to"s from Grandma Blanche Bianco. She'll teach how to boil pasta, make bechamel sauce and more.
Apple Cider Season
Autumn is the time for sipping cider. Learn more about this seasonal favorite and how it can be used for cooking.
Autumn is the time for sipping cider. Learn more about this seasonal favorite and how it can be used for cooking.
Recipes
Holiday Cheese Ball
Give your holiday cheese ball a zesty new flavor by adding some of your own favorite spices, nuts, meats, and more.
Give your holiday cheese ball a zesty new flavor by adding some of your own favorite spices, nuts, meats, and more.
Cooked Custard Eggnog
This delicious recipe for eggnog is safe for anyone to drink because the eggs are cooked in a custard.
This delicious recipe for eggnog is safe for anyone to drink because the eggs are cooked in a custard.
Plain and Simple Black-Eyed Peas
Serve these with fresh sliced onions and tomatoes, hot cornbread and butter. A heavenly meal for a Texan, a Southerner or anyone who can enjoy a meal that doesn't necessarily include a big hunk of meat.
Serve these with fresh sliced onions and tomatoes, hot cornbread and butter. A heavenly meal for a Texan, a Southerner or anyone who can enjoy a meal that doesn't necessarily include a big hunk of meat.
Antipasto
This is the basic appetizer that my family grew up with. It was served on holiday occasions.
This is the basic appetizer that my family grew up with. It was served on holiday occasions.
Blog
Salute Veterans on November 11
November 11, 2009 10:55 AM
November 11, 2009 10:55 AM
Labor Day - Already?!
August 28, 2008 11:44 AM
August 28, 2008 11:44 AM
Make a Tradition Today
December 11, 2008 5:51 PM
December 11, 2008 5:51 PM
Heart Attack
December 19, 2007 8:42 AM
December 19, 2007 8:42 AM
How to De-Stress the Holidays
November 17, 2006 10:48 AM
November 17, 2006 10:48 AM
Less Stress at Christmas
November 28, 2007 1:37 PM
November 28, 2007 1:37 PM
Shipping Christmas Cookies… Fruitcake Poll
December 6, 2007 10:49 AM
December 6, 2007 10:49 AM
Fun Flavors of Fall
October 26, 2009 12:47 PM
October 26, 2009 12:47 PM
Should We Tinker With Thanksgiving Day??
November 26, 2008 2:07 PM
November 26, 2008 2:07 PM
Flag Day - June 14th
June 12, 2008 4:15 PM
June 12, 2008 4:15 PM
Halt the Holiday Hustle
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM
November 26, 2007 10:44 AM
Poinsettia Plants
December 5, 2007 11:56 AM
December 5, 2007 11:56 AM
Holiday Trivia
December 20, 2007 5:37 PM
December 20, 2007 5:37 PM
Yes, Virginia, There IS a Santa Claus
December 3, 2007 10:10 AM
December 3, 2007 10:10 AM
Thanksgiving Traditions
November 16, 2007 2:47 PM
November 16, 2007 2:47 PM
Making Your Holiday Season Merry
December 1, 2008 12:08 PM
December 1, 2008 12:08 PM
Magnolia Wreath
October 22, 2005 6:09 PM
October 22, 2005 6:09 PM
The Legends and Lore of Valentine's Day
February 11, 2009 12:13 PM
February 11, 2009 12:13 PM
Best Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day Indoors (in case it rains)
May 19, 2008 8:17 AM
May 19, 2008 8:17 AM
Recycling Envelopes and Greeting Cards
December 28, 2005 12:38 PM
December 28, 2005 12:38 PM
Memorial Day Memories
May 27, 2008 8:57 AM
May 27, 2008 8:57 AM
Talking Turkey
November 21, 2007 10:12 AM
November 21, 2007 10:12 AM
Halloween Fun
November 4, 2009 9:56 AM
November 4, 2009 9:56 AM
The Meaning of G R E E N
August 11, 2008 11:48 PM
August 11, 2008 11:48 PM
Flag Day
June 14, 2007 7:40 AM
June 14, 2007 7:40 AM
Where did the Easter Bunny come from?
April 10, 2009 11:41 AM
April 10, 2009 11:41 AM
Safe Swimming Tips
May 29, 2006 9:08 AM
May 29, 2006 9:08 AM
Frugality
April 8, 2008 10:50 AM
April 8, 2008 10:50 AM
A Full Corn Day
September 4, 2009 12:04 PM
September 4, 2009 12:04 PM
Keep Everyone Smiling During Thanksgiving
November 15, 2006 4:25 PM
November 15, 2006 4:25 PM
Baby Steps
April 22, 2009 9:48 AM
April 22, 2009 9:48 AM
Cold Full Moon
December 21, 2007 6:42 PM
December 21, 2007 6:42 PM
Easter
March 5, 2008 1:15 PM
March 5, 2008 1:15 PM
A Day to Remember
November 11, 2008 1:43 PM
November 11, 2008 1:43 PM
Poinsettia Trivia
December 12, 2005 10:30 AM
December 12, 2005 10:30 AM
Move Thanksgiving?!
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM
November 20, 2007 5:53 PM
November is the New December
November 7, 2008 2:07 PM
November 7, 2008 2:07 PM
Gift Mitts – All Through the House & Garden
December 19, 2005 1:10 AM
December 19, 2005 1:10 AM
Storm Stories
December 13, 2006 8:25 AM
December 13, 2006 8:25 AM
Break Out the Beach Chairs
July 6, 2009 2:11 PM
July 6, 2009 2:11 PM
Have you checked it out yet?
August 24, 2008 6:57 PM
August 24, 2008 6:57 PM
Gift Cards For The Holidays
November 18, 2008 6:13 PM
November 18, 2008 6:13 PM
Sometimes it’s what’s left behind . . .
February 15, 2008 6:34 PM
February 15, 2008 6:34 PM
Winter and the Persimmon Seed
August 31, 2007 10:04 AM
August 31, 2007 10:04 AM
A Halloween Legend
October 30, 2007 11:19 AM
October 30, 2007 11:19 AM
Father’s Day & Friday the 13th
June 13, 2008 11:16 AM
June 13, 2008 11:16 AM
Keeping Ahead of Thanksgiving
November 8, 2009 10:43 PM
November 8, 2009 10:43 PM
Leave the Stuffing to the Turkey
November 16, 2009 8:57 AM
November 16, 2009 8:57 AM
Biodeisel Fuel
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
July 11, 2008 10:39 AM
Fancy Salads and Sneaking Zucchinis
June 24, 2009 4:36 PM
June 24, 2009 4:36 PM
Love is spelled S-N-O-W
February 26, 2008 10:53 AM
February 26, 2008 10:53 AM
Editor’s Choice - Toughest Jobs On Earth (Winter)
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM
December 8, 2008 12:04 PM
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Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a brutally hot summer in most of the country, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Farmers' Almanac, which...
Tired of the Heat? Hang on – 2007 Farmers' Almanac Predicts "SHIVERY IS NOT DEAD"Lewiston, ME: After a brutally hot summer in most of the country, cool news is on the way. The new edition of the Farmers' Almanac, which...
