Five to go: Holiday light displays Dec 17, 2008
After your leisurely ride, you can check out the Christmas Village -- complete with the "Land of the Nutcrackers," the "Ornament Forest" and, of course, "Toyland.". Tickets: $16 for adults, $8 for kids 6-12. (CNN -- Travel)
Nutcracker folk art collection on display Dec 13, 2008
These old Nutcrackers in the forms of soldiers, knights, kings and other professions have existed at least since the 15th century. Originally, the large mouth cracked the nut with a moveable lever in the back, now most are created for decorations. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Celebrating a Christmas classic Dec 8, 2008
Past displays focused on nutcrackers, toys, antique books and the Velveteen Rabbit, she said. It s fun to bring them here and share them with everyone, McKinzie said. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Postal officials face busy times Nov 24, 2008
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Parks, nature center, and historic buildings retain character of Connecticut's first town Jan 9, 2008
The latter sells one-of-a-kind jackets made from recycled wool sweaters, vintage china and jewelry, Vera Bradley bags, whimsical crafts by New England artisans, and items that suggest you're no longer entirely in Red Sox Nation: New York Yankees patio lights mingle with Sox nutcrackers and calendars. Antiques on Main (167 Main St., 860-721-0663, closed Monday and Tuesday) looks small from the outside, but has four sizable rooms that are chockablock with everything from high-quality antiques to... (Boston Globe)
Never-ending Christmas Dec 12, 2007
There are the usual suspects: Santa Claus, angels, Nutcrackers and snowmen. But shoppers also can find fairies, flamingos and farm animals. (The Palm Beach Post)
A touch of Christmas: Candlelight Tour Of Homes features Orangeburg homes uniquely decorated for the holidays Dec 2, 2007
Tour guests can expect to see a majestic tree decorated with a collection of hand-blown ornaments of Santas, candies and nutcrackers. The dining room will feature Lennox China Eternal Christmas, and fresh greenery will be used throughout the house. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
The Holiday List Nov 15, 2007
Here is the big holiday list with Light Up Nights in nearby towns, train exhibits, "Nutcrackers," concerts, light shows, boat cruises and lots more. HOLIDAY LIGHTS. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Create a Beautiful Holiday Mantel Oct 30, 2007
Do you have a collection of decorative Santa Clauses, holiday music boxes, nutcrackers, snowmen, gingerbread men or other holiday decorations. Select some of your favorites and put them together on your mantel with fresh evergreen in between for fragrance so your guests can enjoy viewing your favorite holiday collectibles. (Suite101.com)
Kitchen collectibles grow in popularity Sep 22, 2007
Nutcrackers, especially if they have flair: You'll find them in the shape of a woman's head, a squirrel, a devil and an alligator. Brass models can sell for more than $100, but wooden and cast iron pieces can be had for much less. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
