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Christmas Shopping Guide – November 22, 2024

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Download Christmas Shopping Guide - November 22, 2024 (pdf)Christmas hosting made easy: 5 fun tips for a festive celebration

You may love hosting your friends and family over the holidays, but the cleaning, food prep and post-party cleanup? Not so much. Gathering together with your loved ones to enjoy the cheer and fun of the season is great, but don’t you wish there were ways to make…

Gifts that they’ll actually use this Christmas

Staying warm during the cold winter months is a top priority for many, which is why holiday gifts that help in this endeavor are always a surefire hit! Here are some head-to-toe gift ideas that will add comfort to the season and show your loved ones you care…

Survey reveals what’s top of mind for Christmas shoppers

As the holiday season approaches, many consumers are planning to kick off their shopping earlier this year, aiming to lock in low prices, take advantage of promotions, and ensure all their gifts arrive on time. A recent survey by…

Christmas gift ideas for students

Want to brighten the holiday season for the students in your life? Consider gifts that will ease the transition into the spring semester. Here are few to consider: 1. Support a musical journey: With 44 mini keys, the SA-81 from Casio is a great keyboard for both first-time players just embarking on their musical education and…

Classic desserts that combine Christmases Past and Present

If holiday gatherings have started to feel more overwhelming than celebratory, it’s time to go back to the basics with seasonal desserts that are easy yet elegant. Wow your crowd this year with a mouthwatering Hummingbird Cake or…

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Christmas Shopping Guide – 2023

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DownloadChristmas Shopping Guide - 2023 (pdf)Santa Bass shares 10 Christmas gift ideas for those who love fishing

Has your favorite angler been naughty or nice this past year? Santa Bass knows all, so you better be good! For the coming holiday season, Santa Bass offers 10 incredible gift ideas and stocking stuffers that will surely bring a smile to your favorite angler…

Brightening the Christmas Season for the Military Community

As we enter the holiday season and Americans across the country look forward to spending time with family, thousands of service members deployed overseas – many to the Middle East in response to the Israel-Hamas war – will not have that luxury and will be spending the holidays far away from loved ones. Here is how USO Holidays programming delivers a piece of home to them, along with…

Tips for getting kids involved in Christmas Traditions

The holiday season is a magical time of year filled with cherished traditions that bring families together. And while gift-giving is one of the most beloved customs (especially for children), it can sometimes overshadow the true spirit of the season. Here are a few festive winter activities that focus on quality time together and spreading joy…

Best new tech Christmas gifts for the person who has everything

Most of us have at least one loved one who’s hard to shop for. Maybe it’s because they insist that they have everything they need already or perhaps they simply have discerning taste. To get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping, consider these five, functional and fun gift ideas that promise to impress even the most challenging gift recipients…

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Christmas Shopping Guide 2022

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Download Christmas Shopping Guide 2022 (pdf)Santa Claus to arrive by helicopter at Aviation Museum

Kids, families are welcome to meet Saint Nick in person during two-hour midday stopover. Santa Claus is coming to town, and he’s arriving by chopper. On Saturday, Dec. 10, Saint Nick will land via helicopter at the Aviation Museum of New Hampshire, 27 Navigator Road in Londonderry…

Gift ideas that save energy (and do a world of good)

When checking your holiday list, you’re searching for gifts that inspire joy and delight, and electronic items often fit that description. But what if that gift also happens to have a positive impact on your loved one’s life and the world at large? With all that has…

3 easy ways to give back this holiday season

Traditions, tidings and tinsel – the holidays are a time for celebration. While you are planning parties and checking off gift lists, you also know that the holiday season is much more than that. It’s also the time to give thanks and give back to the communities. In fact, December is the most…

Need a holiday gift idea? Teach your child a DIY skill

It’s true at any age: The more do-it-yourself skills we can develop, the better control we’ll have when it comes to maintaining our homes, vehicles and the other material assets that help us lead productive and enjoyable lives. That’s why it’s so important to keep teaching our children such…

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Christmas Shopping Guide – 2021

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Download Christmas Shopping Guide - 2021 (pdf)Ways to enjoy holidays without breaking a budget

A new survey reveals that Americans say the holidays will give them something positive to look forward to, after many people had to curtail last year’s holiday celebrations due to the pandemic. Respondents said that while gift buying may…

Ways to give back while you shop this Christmas

The holiday season has arrived, and with it the hunt to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. The holidays are also a great time to give back to local communities and to those in need. From supporting small businesses and charitable organizations to shopping sustainably, here are…

Buyer beware: tips for buying new products from online marketplaces

During the holiday season, shoppers everywhere are hunting for great bargains and unique items online. Unscrupulous sellers and fraudsters can show up on any of the many legitimate marketplaces, and they appear like any other seller. Because these sellers often hide behind fake accounts with fake names, and they aren’t required to provide or verify…

O Christmas Tree! What to look for when choosing your tree

The holiday season is right around the corner! Trees.com shared what to know when choosing what real Christmas Tree to bring home. What To Look For In A Tree Fresher is better…it is important to be sure your tree is fresh-cut. If possible, go to a “cut your own” Christmas tree farm…

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Christmas Shopping Guide – December 2020

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DownloadChristmas Shopping Guide - 2020 (pdf)Stocking stuffers for everyone on your list

Before you can hang the stockings by the chimney with care, you have to figure out how you’re going to stuff them. Nearly every family has a different approach, but practical presents that match the personality of the recipient is almost always a winning strategy for filling out your…

4 Simple tips for a safe and healthy holiday season

Traditionally, the holiday season is a time to gather with family and friends to reminiscence and celebrate all that has happened throughout the year. But with an ongoing pandemic, many are left looking for new and unique ways to enjoy those time-honored traditions in a way that keeps everyone safe and…

Creative, colorful Christmas ideas for kids

Picking out the perfect presents for kids this holiday doesn’t limit your search to simply including gifts with screens or the hottest tech gadgets. Although the amount of options in store and on virtual shelves for kids can be somewhat overwhelming, gifts fostering imaginative play and creativity never go out of style. Even if it seems your…

Popping up festive Christmas fun

During a holiday season that may not quite feel the same for many families, you can add a magic touch to at-home festivities with activities and treats that get everyone involved. Creating decorative holiday sweets allows little ones and grown-ups alike to take part in the fun, and the end result is delicious desserts for all to…

Get crafty this year and spread holiday cheer

Holiday decorations bring a smile to everyone’s face, and this year, we could all use that now more than ever. Crafting seasonal décor instead of shopping for it gives you and your family something to occupy your extra time at home and helps you avoid big crowds and shopping stress. Perhaps you’ll make wooden signs with jolly messages or metal snowflakes covered in lights? Or maybe you’ll…

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Christmas Shopping Guide – 2019

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Download Christmas Shopping Guide - 2019 (pdf)Monadnock Humane holiday pet family photo sessions

Monadnock Humane Society is pleased to partner with Peterborough Paw Spa and Pawprints Pet Photography to offer Holiday Pet Family Photo Sessions to the community. On Saturday, Dec. 7th and Saturday, Dec. 14th from 10 am – 4 pm, Heather Smith of Pawprints Photography will be available to take a holiday portrait of your family (with or without humans) at the Peterborough Paw Spa location at…

Cookies, refreshments, recipes, and more!

Come join us, the B&Bs and inns, restaurants, unique boutiques and gift shops, and historical societies of the Monadnock Region, as we open our doors to the public to share homemade holiday cookies and cheer! The 15th Annual Currier and Ives Cookie Tour is scheduled for Saturday, December 14, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. Participants that visit…

Celebrate Christmas Memories during Christmas at the Castle

The weekends immediately before and after Thanksgiving, Castle in the Clouds will host its popular annual Christmas at the Castle program – a festive event that brings the community together at this historic mountaintop estate. Working with the theme of “Christmas Memories,” local businesses and designers will showcase their design aesthetic…

27th Annual Holiday Open House

Mark your calendars for The Loon Preservation Committee’s 27th Annual Holiday Open House at The Loon Center in Moultonborough, NH on Saturday, November 30th from 10am – 2pm. There will be fun for the whole family, including hayrides, balloon animals, face painting, crafts for the kids, and warm refreshments and treats…

Ed Gerhard presents his 37th Annual Christmas Guitar Concert

New Hampshire’s own GRAMMY® Award-winning guitarist Ed Gerhard will present his popular Annual Christmas Guitar Concert in its 37th year on Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14 at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 292 State St, Portsmouth, NH. Showtime is 7:30pm. Doors open 6pm…

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Christmas Shopping Guide – December 2018

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Download Christmas Shopping Guide - December 2018 (pdf)Great holiday gifts for kids that help them learn and grow

It’s time to think about stuffing stockings and fulfilling wish lists. But if you want your holiday gifts for kids to deliver fun long after the holidays, you may want to consider gifts that will help them learn and grow…

Great holiday gift ideas for music lovers

Shopping for some music lovers this holiday season? Here are some great gift ideas to help your favorite musicians play and compose music.* Music Composition Tools: Assist both aspiring and accomplished songwriters in their efforts with music composition tools. You can choose to go analog or digital, depending on …

8 Clever gift ideas for people who are hard to please

Whether shopping for an indecisive relative or your incredibly particular best friend, you can rest easy knowing you’re covered with presents that appeal to everyone. * 1. Tile: Perfect for those who can never find their car keys or constantly lose track of their phones, this Bluetooth tracker, paired with Tile’s intuitive app, makes it easy to find everything. Gift it to your…

3 ways to give back this holiday season

Want to give back this holiday season? There are many ways to get into the charitable spirit. And if you need some inspiration for how to go about benefitting those in your local and global community, consider the following ideas.Serve a Holiday Meal: Food is one of the most fundamental ways to show you care, and, delicious food and the holidays go hand-in-hand. Consider serving a…

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Christmas Shopping Guide 2017

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Tips for setting the perfect holiday table

A beautifully set table can elevate your holiday dinner from just great to simply perfect. “Table-setting is an art form anyone can learn to execute beautifully,” says Mary Bernardo, director of product development at Princess House. “Simple touches like elegant holiday plates, colorful linens and an eye-catching centerpiece ensure a holiday table looks as inviting as the food smells.” Bernardo and the table decor experts…

Tips for planning memorable holiday travel

The holiday season can be the perfect time to travel. With school and work days off, it’s a special way to reconnect with family and friends as you get to bask in that cheerful holiday spirit. Planning a holiday-themed trip is easier than you think, if you keep a few tips in mind. Follow these five steps and you’ll be on your way to making vacation memories that will…

Gift and stocking stuffers for those with active hobbies

It’s the gift-giving season and rather than give generic presents to everyone you love, consider thoughtful items that will make their lives easier and hobbies more fulfilling. Travelers – Travel lovers on your holiday shopping list? Frequent fliers will appreciate customized luggage tags that will make spotting bags a cinch. Add comfort to all those redeye flights with a memory foam neck pillow. Newer models even offer features like pockets for…

Yes, Olivia, there is a Santa, and he’s calling you

Think there’s almost a conspiracy out there to squelch your child’s belief in Santa Claus? Technology can help you fight back. For years the big guy in red has had to contend with aggressive pushback from the PC crowd who apparently wish he’d just pack up his sleigh and stay home in the North Pole. Department stores were pressured to nix their Santa stand-ins. Schools changed their calendars to say “winter holidays” instead of Christmas. And let’s not even…

Holiday havoc? Consider it handled

The holiday season is full of magic and wonder – until your flight gets cancelled, your budget is blown and you fall ill at the worst possible time. Fortunately, staying merry despite common holiday conundrums is easier than you think with the right attitude and a few simple steps. Here are some of the most notorious holiday hurdles, with practical advice fo…

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Christmas Shopping Guide – November 2016

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Download Christmas Shopping Guide - November 2016 (pdf)Candlelight Stroll  – Anchoring “Vintage Christmas in Portsmouth”

Candlelight Stroll, an annual holiday tradition at Strawbery Banke since 1979 showcases 350 years of seasonal and holiday traditions against the backdrop of the Museum’s furnished historic houses. On these weekend evenings, the Museum grounds glow with hundreds of lighted candle lanterns, the houses are adorned with thousands of hand-made decorations crafted from live greens and dried flowers and herbs collected from the Museum gardens, and the air is filled with the sound of holiday music and scent of woodsmoke from the bonfire. Its…

Spectacular Holiday Fair to feature local craftsmen

Are you searching for a unique gift for someone special, or perhaps just a day-long adventure to the beautiful seacoast town of Rye with friends and family?  Either way, plan on visiting Webster at Rye’s Holiday Fair in Rye, New Hampshire this year. The event will be held in Webster’s stunning new addition, decorated especially for the occasion, on Saturday, December 3rd, from…

Trans-Siberian-esque Wizards of Winter to perform

Flying Monkey Performance Center presents Wizards of Winter on the Plymouth stage on Sunday, December 4th at 6:30pm. Anchored by three former Trans-Siberian Orchestra members, they have garnered legions of fans with their original album and holiday rock opera. Tickets for this concert start at $29. Envision Christmas season by enjoying progressive rock with a dash…

Ways to make your family’s holiday portraits shine

Take a look at your family. How many changes have crept in since last year? And one year from now, when it’s time to send out holiday cards again, think about how much more they will have changed. Sending a family photograph as your holiday card is one way to share with your friends and loved ones the joy and pride your family makes you feel. But more importantly, as the years pass, the holiday memories within these pictures will become more and more precious. Booking a session with a professional photographer will result in stunning cards that…

Christmas gift-giving guide for last minute shopping

Everyone has had to scurry around to find a last minute holiday gift at some point, whether you procrastinated, you were searching for the perfect gift or you forgot to add someone to your gift list, but don’t let these scenarios cause you stress…

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Christmas Shopping Guide – 2015

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Journey to the North Pole prepares for 21st Season

Intervale, NH – Preparations have commenced for the 21st season of the Journey to the North Pole, the nation’s original Polar Express Event. The Journey to the North Pole is a two hour round trip family adventure of a lifetime offering a truly unique experience that only happens here in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, with adventures…

Strawbery Banke celebrates 36th Annual Candlelight Stroll

Strawbery Banke Museum celebrates the theme of “Winter Pastimes” during the 36th annual Candlelight Stroll, December 5-6, 12-13 and 19-20, 2015. The event takes place from 5 to 9 pm on Saturdays and 4 to 8 pm on Sundays. Candlelight Stroll is generously…

Winter wine and spirits fit for a celebration

The highlight of the holiday season is often the gathering of friends and family for a seasonal meal. Whether hosting and planning a full menu or attending a holiday get-together, keep in mind the perfect wine and spirit pairings for either a traditional feast or a more modern soiree featuring a variety of…

Holiday Hints: Find something on everyone’s wish list

No matter who you’re buying for this holiday season, your shopping list is sure to be long and complex. Simplify it with these holiday hints, which feature something for everyone on the list. From gifts that keep on giving, month after month, or the latest in handheld functionality to a stylish classic and tasty treats both…

Great holiday gifts for the handy DIY-ers in your life

The holiday season is the perfect time to ensure the handy guys and gals in your life are well-equipped for all their planned projects in the coming year — whether that is building shelves, making home improvements or fixing up the…

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