Holidays - Chronicle Media

Selecting the right Christmas tree for your home

— December 5, 2022

Whether it is candles, twinkling lights, wreaths, garlands, or trees, these holiday traditions span centuries and cross many cultures. For some, the largest and most anticipated…

Hot cocoa boards a favorite holiday trend
— December 1, 2022

You’re familiar with charcuterie or cheese boards, right? Well, it’s time for brie and crackers to step aside, because beautiful hot chocolate “charcuterie” boards are here….
Family time at holidays is not always merry
— November 22, 2022

Do you dread the holidays because… You are you an adult who is single and your family and friends wish you were happily coupled? Are you a parent of an adult child wishing you had…
CREATIVE FAMILY FUN: Create an “egg plant” with Easter eggs
— April 7, 2022

Shake and decorate hollowed-out Easter eggs, then save them as keepsakes to display from year to year as a whimsical “egg plant” centerpiece. The lovely eggs, together with other…
Aurora’s First Fridays features Hot Cocoa Crawl
— December 1, 2021

First Fridays will get festive on Friday, Dec. 3 with 40 participating venues open with art, music, and more. Of those venues, 30 will be serving samples of hot cocoa at Aurora Downtown’s…

Harvesting evergreens for holiday decorations
— November 25, 2022

Decorating with fresh greenery is a treat for most gardeners getting ready for the holiday festivities. Some buy greens from a local garden center, but did you know you can harvest…
Which Halloween candy is the favorite?
— October 14, 2022

And the winner is…Reese’s peanut butter cups! According to CandyStore.com, the nation has weighed in on its favorite Halloween candy. Skittles surpassed M&Ms this year for the…
CREATIVE FAMILY FUN: Rosemary cashews for holiday snacking
— December 9, 2021

I’m nuts about nuts. All year-round. I try to keep a bowl of fresh, shelled California almonds replenished and within easy reach on the kitchen counter for a grab and go snack. And…