Tree lighting tips MetroCreative Lighting a Christmas tree may seem like child’s play, but time and again people struggle with the task. Untangling wires and wrapping them around boughs can be nerve wracking, but lighting a tree doesn’t have to be a chore when you follow some tips from the professionals. First, keep in mind […]

Boost holiday spirits with holiday ‘spirits’ MetroCreative The holiday season is a festive time of year when opportunities to entertain abound. The search may be on for the ideal food and beverage recipes to tie into the holiday season. Although just about any drink can be given a holiday spin with the right name (think […]

Did you know? Online shopping tips MetroCreative Online shopping has expanded considerably in the last several years. Although Black Friday and its online counterpart, Cyber Monday, may seem like the best times to gain the lowest prices on merchandise, it actually could pay to wait a little longer. Merchants may offer deep discounts on premium […]

The basics of poinsettia plant care MetroCreative Although poinsettias are most often associated with the holiday season, they are actually tropical plants. In spite of their origins, poinsettias can thrive during the holiday season and even last long after the holidays have come and gone. Poinsettias are native to Mexico and Central America. Aztecs called […]

Potted Christmas trees produce holiday cheer all year long MetroCreative Christmas trees are the quintessential decoration of the holiday season, often erected in front windows gleaming with decorations, trinkets and lights. Much thought goes into selecting a tree and turning it into the centerpiece of a celebration. Holiday celebrants with no personal preference may struggle […]

How to get your home ready for holiday guests MetroCreative Hosting family members for the holidays is a great way to spend quality time with loved ones during a special time of year. For many families, the holidays are the one time each year when everyone can get together regardless of where they live or […]

How to make your holiday season more eco-friendly MetroCreative Come the holiday season, it can be easy to overlook certain things, like eco-friendly living, in an effort to make entertaining easier. The holiday season has become a time of excess, with large meals, an overabundance of presents and other wasteful measures. This year, environmentally conscious […]

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Great holiday gifts for gardening enthusiasts StatePoint (StatePoint) Shopping for gardeners this holiday season? You can make their season a bit brighter by shopping with their favorite hobby in mind. Here are a few ideas that will put a smile on the face of those green-thumbed family members and friends: Make a statement Upgrade a […]

Benefits Tuesdays, Dec. 3-April 29: Sabattus, Garage sale to benefit Loaves and Fishes, 10 a.m., Dominican Sisters Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Every Tuesday. 577-9364. Children’s events Saturdays, Nov. 30-May 31: Auburn, Sprouts for ages 0-36 months, 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library children’s room, 49 Spring St. 333-6640. Exhibits Thursday, Nov. 28-Dec. 15: Bowdoinham, “Lincoln and […]