The first day of winter is on December 21, 2021. Here are five different activities to do on the shortest day of the year.
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Real Or Artificial Christmas Tree, Which Do You Prefer?
There is a great controversy in families, between friends, between strangers! The controversy is whether you prefer a real or artificial tree.
Fruitcake? The History Behind The Holiday Food
What is a fruitcake? Who eats it? Why do we give it at Christmastime? Where did it come from? AltonMo.com did some searching and this is what we found.
Donate Blood And Help More People During The Holidays
At this time of year when we think of helping the unfortunate, the Red Cross is asking that you keep thinking of others
Ham Or Turkey: Which Do You Have For Christmas Dinner?
We all have our standard Christmas meal. The main two are turkey and ham. In a recent AltonMo.com poll, the main vote was for ham.
The Reason For The Season: “A Charlie Brown Christmas” 56th Anniversary
A great Christmas classic everyone enjoys is “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” This movie just celebrated its 56th anniversary on December 9, 2021.
Christmas Cookie Recipe For Yummy Sugar Cookies
In a recent AltonMo.com poll (from Alton, Mo., Christmas parade) on what people’s favorite cookie is, it was sugar cookies. Here’s the recipe for it.
Christmas Movie And Song: What Is Your Favorite?
The AltonMo.com team polled people at the Alton, Missouri, Christmas parade, on what their favorite Christmas movie and song is.
Opening Night Of “The Nutcracker” Ballet Performed At West Plains
The opening night of “The Nutcracker” ballet was performed by CBO on Friday, December 10, 2021, at 7:00 pm at the West Plains Civic Center.
For The Hard To Buy For Person: How About A Plant Gift Card?
With these special plant cards, the recipient chooses from a variety of growing plants and additions that is a sure win.
Why Do We Have Gingerbread Houses At Christmas?
Some families have the traditional gingerbread house. But where did this idea come from?
‘I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day’- Historical Background
At seasonal times of the year, we often sing songs without knowing their background, or even sing all of the verses.