Miscellaneous

Ho-ho-homemade is the key to cheap, but pretty, holiday decorations.  I mean, have you SEEN the prices on real Christmas wreaths? Here are some ideas we gleaned from various sources to help you put some sparkle into your holidays without busting the budget. Bonus: Most of these ideas are easy enough to do with kids […]

The Canyon Winds Concert Band, under the direction of Maestro Doug Downey, will present its 2018 “Holiday Festival” at 2:45 p.m. on Saturday, December 15 a t the Coronado High School auditorium. This musical extravaganza will feature a variety of seasonal favorites, including several selections inspired by the group Mannheim Steamroller. The Trombone, Brass, and […]

Do you have a child in school? Whether you have a preschooler, elementary, middle or high school student, you likely are thinking about getting gifts for your child’s teachers. It’s a quandary parents face every year.  After surveying some teachers, we can tell you what NOT to give: no mugs, and no teacher-themed Christmas ornaments.  […]

Outlets at Castle Rock will celebrate the holidays with a variety of events. They include: Dec. 2 & 9 – “Santa Cares” Creates Holiday Magic for Children with Special Needs On Sundays, Dec. 2 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Outlets at Castle Rock will host two “Santa Cares” events, providing children with special […]

Up to 60,000 spectators will crowd the streets to watch 3,000 participants put on a dazzling display of lights, sounds and performances at Colorado Springs’ annual Festival of Lights Parade, starting at 5:50 p;.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1. ( If you have to miss it, watch the live broadcasts that night and a re-broadcast of […]

White Elephant gift exchanges, or as some call them, Yankee Swaps, are about as popular as ugly Christmas sweater parties. Finding the perfect gift can be difficult because there are often a variety of people participating, and you may have to gear the appropriateness around the type of party: office, family, friends, all ages, etc.  Some […]

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Turkey Day is over — but there’s still lots of turkey. And dressing. And cranberries. You get the idea.  You spent a lot of money on all that. Be sure to use the leftovers! Don’t want a reprise of Thanksgiving dinner? There are lots of ways to use your ingredients that will offer a fresh […]