When gifting the family foodie, that one person who loves to cook or simply can’t get enough of his or her favorite cuisines, shoppers have a host of options at their disposal to ensure this holiday season brings a smile to their favorite foodie’s face. *Spice rack: Few home cooks can get by without a […]
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Gift ideas for the special seniors in your life
Many even insist that their family members save their money and not buy them anything for the holidays. But if the thought of Grandma or Grandma not having something to open come the holidays is simply unacceptable, consider the following gift ideas. Activity assistance devices The realities of getting older often mean the body slows […]
How to establish gift spending limits
According to a recent Gallup poll, the average American plans to spend around $790 per holiday season, although many go above and beyond that amount. Starting off the new year in debt is a recipe for stress, which can have negative repercussions for the rest of the year. In addition to overspending during the holiday […]
How to help new parents make the holidays special
As baby’s first holiday season approaches, the youngster’s parents and extended family often attempt to make the experience as memorable as possible. But family and friends of new parents also can take steps to lighten new parents’ holiday burdens by offering some thoughtful holiday gifts that can provide support and love for newly minted moms […]
Give the gift of indulgence this holiday season
The holiday season is rife with tradition. Families have their own unique traditions, whether it’s gathering at Grandma’s to enjoy a holiday meal or singing carols together around the neighborhood with friends who live nearby. One tradition that seems to have made it into many families’ holiday celebrations is indulging in delicious baked goods. Desserts […]
Toys R Us Toys for Tots Marines program
Toys”R”Us Launches #Playitforward Initiative to Help Children in Need During its Annual Toys for Tots Fundraising Campaign Shaquille O’Neal Re-enlists as Shaq-A-Claus to Encourage Customers to Support Toys for Tots, Challenges Social Media Users to #PlayItForward by Sharing “Un-Selfie” Photos While Donating Wayne, NJ (October 15, 2014) – To help bring holiday joy to some […]
Grandchildren bake holiday goodies at the Clarke house
Her grandmother, who raised nine children including Clarke’s mother, was “famous” for making bread and pies. With such remarkable role models, it’s no surprise that Clarke fell in love with cooking and baking at a very early age. Now “Meme” to granddaughters Aubrey and Sydney Wood, ages 8 and 5, of Sabattus, 7-year-old Tessa Blais […]
Books as gifts for your favorite readers
Whatever gifts you choose to share with your loved ones make sure to purchase them from a local store. Kenny Brechner is the owner of Devaney Doak & Garrett Booksellers in downtown Farmington. For more information, contact [email protected] or www.ddgbooks.com. Gift Book: “Molecules” If doing justice to the amazing nature, structures, possibilities, and applications of […]
Capture holiday memories with these simple, professional tips
There are no better ways to remember the holidays than having great photos to look at and share with relatives and friends, but most of us don’t have access to expensive cameras or photographic studios. With that in mind, we turned to Poland-based photographer Gini Haines whose profession is specializing in capturing great memories for […]
The hottest apps and accessories to make the holidays special
If you’re looking to give a smart holiday gift keep in mind that 58 percent of American adults have a smartphone and 42 percent own a tablet, according to the Pew Internet & American Life Project. Although we may get bogged down by the frenzy that often accompanies the so-called “Most Wonderful Time of the […]