Italy has a Santa Claus, too. Her name is La Befana and her story will be brought to life by Red Herring Puppets this weekend.
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Ringing in the holiday season
A case of gleaming bells, and some talent musicians, are the perfect recipe for winter joy.
CalCast: Dec. 8-11
From Christmas to solstice, the holidays are everywhere. But what if you need a break from the festivities? This week’s CalCast offers a respite from holiday cheer with a few events that don’t feature Santa and his elves.
CalCast: Dec. 1-4
Christmas might seem far away, but you wouldn’t know that from this weekend’s calendar. Towns near and far are showing off their good spirits. But don’t worry, if you’re not in the mood, we’ve sprinkled a few non-holiday events in with the mix.
Will Asheville get a white Christmas?
Forecasters have backed off from their predictions earlier this week of a potential big snowstorm, but it looks like Asheville will still see a dusting of snow on Christmas Day.
Where to go on Christmas Day
So, you finished upwrapping all your presents/burning that lump of coal. And you’re not into sitting in a darkened movie theater with everyone else in town plus their cold germs. So, what to do?
A change in the weather? Long-range forecasts call for dry, mild winter
Both the National Weather Service and the WNC-based Ray’s Weather Center are predicting a drier, milder winter than normal this year. But that certainly hasn’t been the case so far. This is shaping up to be one of the coldest Decembers in Asheville’s recorded history. And we’ve already doubled the average snowfall for the month, with forecasters calling for more on Christmas Eve.
Edgy Mama: Toxic toys … research before you buy
Yeah, I’ve written about toxic toys before, but it’s that time of year. That time of year when many folks feel the need to purchase toys because it’s holiday time. Because, by God, we’re Americans
Christmas Eve Services and Events
From candlelight ceremonies to traditional services, local Churches and community centers welcome the public to share, pray and relish the spirit of the season this Christmas Eve.
Merry Kitschmas (continued)
A brief but extra-sparkly video of Brevard’s Aluminum Tree Museum.
Edgy Mama: Running the marketing hamster wheel with Mr. Squiggles
For the first time since Pet Rocks were hot in 1975, I got caught up in a toy craze.
Edgy Mama: How to survive the holidays with kids
That 18-wheeler barreling down the mountainside at us, with no runaway truck ramp in sight, is another holiday season. Let’s just hope the truck is loaded with Christmas trees.
Everybody sing along: “Oh sh*t! It’s Christmastime”
The Mad Tea Party put together a little ditty just in time for the big day and wanted to share it.
Edgy Mama: The Elf News
My 10-year-old daughter spent several hours writing her own Elf newspaper, explaining what makes elves special.
Book Report: Christmas Presence
Looking for a holiday read? Christmas Presence compiles the short stories and poetry of 45 regional women writers.