8 Memorable Christmas Traditions to start with your family this year!
My daughter came home one December day with a ceramic pickle and was all, “OK, let’s get this on the Christmas tree!” That tradition started... Read More
Hosting holiday house guests? An easy and stress-free “How-To” prep for your merry visitors.
Ding dong! The guests have arrived! Being a great host is a big job, but it doesn’t mean you have to expend a super human... Read More
Easy Gingerbread House that’s guaranteed not to collapse. Great for kids of any age, too!
Many of us have attempted gingerbread houses from fancy kits, only to witness the roof and sides collapse like a deck of cards. No more.... Read More
Inexpensive holiday gift ideas for friends and family. Check and check.
We all have friends and neighbors who we’d love to shower with holiday pressies, but buying gifts for everyone in our lives can be expensive!... Read More
Public skate schedule at Churchill Rink at Jackson’s Landing!
Churchill Rink at Jackson’s Landing in Durham is open for the 2019-2020 season! Owned by the Town of Durham, NH, the facility is open to... Read More
Get festive this holiday at Strawbery Banke’s “Candlelight Stroll”, weekends in December!
Stroll through life in a simpler time as 350 years of American history, winter traditions, and holiday celebrations unfolds around you in New Hampshire’s oldest... Read More
Santa’s Workshop at Smolak Farms open weekends in December. FREE!
On weekends in December through December 21, our barn plays host to Santa and some of his helpers! The atmosphere is relaxed as guests come... Read More
The Christmas Dove. It’s like a ride through the holidays. Only FREE!
The Christmas Dove is a retail holiday store, but it might as well be a winter wonderland ride at Disneyland, only with free admission! The... Read More
Charmingfare Farm’s Lighted Winter Wonderland AND Santa’s Big Party in December!
Experience the magic of Christmas when you visit Charmingfare Farm this holiday season! At the Lighted Winter Wonderland and Santa’s Big Party you’ll travel through... Read More
SKC’s 2019 Gingerbread Houses Guide– where to SEE them and MAKE them on the seacoast!
Nothing says Christmas holidays like gingerbread houses! The artistry, the creativity, the sugar! Check out where you can see, make, and marvel at gingerbread houses... Read More
Wentworth By The Sea’s annual “Illumination” Tuesday 12/6 at 5pm!
Join us to officially welcome the holiday season! You won’t want to miss our annual illumination this year on Tuesday Dec 6th @ 5 p.m.... Read More
2019 Seacoast Holiday Parade Guide: Find one marching near you!
The seacoast is ready to celebrate the winter holidays and several towns are kicking off the season with a Santa parade and other festive activities.... Read More
Best ever Black Friday Shopping Tips: Get the bargains, keep your sanity.
We’ve all heard about the crazy deals shoppers can score on Black Friday, but all the hype can be intimidating! Here are some tips to... Read More
DVR Alert! Find all your favorites on our 2019 Holiday TV & Movie Guide.
Looking for a cute holiday special on television for the kids? See the season line-up below and get your DVR ready to record your favorites.... Read More
Cut your own tree and more holiday fun at “Christmas Tree Spree” at Charmingfare Farm!
Let’s face it, its no fun going to the gas station parking lot to pick out your tree. So Charmingfare wants to make getting a... Read More
Strawbery Banke’s Labrie Family Skate outdoor skating opens Friday 11/29!
The Labrie Family Skating Rink will open on Friday, November 29! This is an outdoor, seasonal ice skating rink on the grounds of Strawbery Banke... Read More
Ultimate 2.5-mile drive-thru light show at NH Motor Speedway Gift of Lights runs through 1/5!
Have you ever gone driving around town with your family looking for the best holiday lights displays? There’s something about the magic of tons of... Read More
Super fun kids’ Thanksgiving crafts to keep them busy on Turkey Day.
Need some time to baste the turkey and set the table without the kids running about the kitchen? Check out these super cute Thanksgiving crafts... Read More
Seacoast NH “Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree” Directory. Let’s do this!
Want to get all authentic this holiday and cut your own tree? Southern New Hampshire has quite a few farms that offer that classic experience!... Read More
“Sea Festival of Trees” opens 11/23! Ice skating, magical lights and a giant gingerbread house!
Get ready for a forest of sparkling holiday trees and wreaths—fancily decorated with unique and fun themes, visits with Santa, Elsa and The Grinch, skating... Read More
The best 9 tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving. Written by a mom.
Hey, put down that Halloween candy. You ready for Thanksgiving? Holidays that center around food are squarely in my wheelhouse, but man are they a... Read More
Enjoy an “Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving on the Farm” at the NH Farm Museum 11/23!
It was our own New Hampshire native Sarah Josepha Hale, Editor of Godey’s Lady’s Book, who persuaded President Lincoln to declare the fourth Thursday in... Read More
This Veggie Platter will be a *Hoot* at your family feast!
Veggie platters are a staple at any Thanksgiving feast. Here is a fun way to display this appetizer tray. Maybe it will even entice the... Read More
Easy and fun Thanksgiving traditions you can start with your family this year!
You know what my favorite Thanksgiving tradition is? Making whipped peas. No one eats them but me, but every year when the bowl of bright... Read More
Fun Family Ways to Say Thanks: Even the kids will get into this!
With Thanksgiving here, let’s get back to basics with recognizing all of life’s blessings. And what I mean by that is, I’m making my kids... Read More
Relive centuries of Thanksgiving history at Strawberry Banke on Saturdays & Sundays through November!
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because I cherish the time I get to spend with my family. It’s also filled with endless cooking,... Read More
Save the date! Gorgeous holiday sights at the 2019 Portsmouth Festival of Trees 11/15-11/17!
The Portsmouth Garden Club and the Urban Forestry Center invite you to the 22nd Festival of Trees! Wake a walk through an enchanted world decorated... Read More
Teaching kids Table Manners in time for holiday meals. Yes, please and thanks!
This morning I witnessed one of my children (not saying who, but she’s the only daughter I have) wipe her hands free of cream cheese... Read More
Warren Miller’s ‘Timeless’ skis into the Music Hall running Thursday 11/7 – Saturday 11/9
Attention skiers, snowboarders and winter enthusiasts! Bring your family to see this year’s Warren Miller movie “Timeless” running this week and weekend at The Music... Read More
Mayor’s Holiday Special offers 60% off tickets to 100+ shows in Boston!
This morning I witnessed one of my children (not saying who, but she’s the only daughter I have) wipe her hands free of cream cheese... Read More