Spend quality time, not just money, over the holidays
By Jeff Whitaker I’m glad to be back with the Shore Local family, sharing my thoughts and musings. I’m jumping back in at a time of year when things seem to be swirling all around. I mean, with Thanksgiving falling so late this year, the Christmas season seemed to...Keep a wine stash for unexpected guests and last-minute gifts!
Drink Up! David Setley I love those J-I-N-G-L-E bells! Ah, December…when jingle bells aren’t the only bells ringing. Ding-dong! You answer your door to find unexpected guests on your doorstep saying, “Surprise! Happy holidays!” Sound familiar? But what do you do? A...Meet the breed: the Canaan dog
By Heidi Clayton There is zero evidence that there was a dog at the Nativity scene. However, if a dog had been there, it probably would have been one of the oldest known canine breeds, the Canaan dog. The Canaan is now the national dog of Israel. The dogs can be dated...Finding the joy in the holiday season
Letter from the editor “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” or so the song goes. But let’s be honest—for many of us, the holidays can feel less like a cheerful carol and more like a chaotic drum solo. Between the endless to-do lists,...Enjoy your poinsettias all year long
Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton With their vibrant red color, poinsettias are the most popular plant to use for decorating during the holidays. Although we associate poinsettias with Christmastime, they are actually tropical plants, native to south Mexico and Central...
