Is there anything better than a gathering that brings together your favorite people and delicious food in a beautiful setting? Make things extra merry this Christmas by inviting friends and family to a party kicking off the holiday season. Pick a Palette There is no rule that says you must use a red and green color palette when decorating for Christmas parties. Have some … [Read more...]
#EventsToBeScene: Holiday 2021 Edition
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays Abilene! Get your dose of #eventstobescene and check out these awesome local Holiday 2021 activities. Nov 4-7 Christmas Carousel Jingle your way through our one-stop shop and fulfill all your Christmas lists! So many vendors to choose from and so many stockings to fill. Our cafe, concessions and all … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas Morning Cinnamon Rolls
Around my house, it wouldn’t be Christmas without cinnamon rolls – lots of cinnamon rolls! Every year, my final task to prepare for the big day is making multiple batches of these yummy rolls, packaging them with festive, holiday ribbons, and delivering them to our closest friends and neighbors. Many of my neighbors even request special deliveries! This recipe is super … [Read more...]
A Christmas in “Quarantine”: Retirement Homes Adjust Holiday Celebrations
Sing-alongs with Santa, families gathering for Christmas parties, visiting carolers and other performances have long been among the ways residents of senior care facilities celebrate Christmas with each other, with family and with staff. The coronavirus may change all of that. But Abilene’s senior care facilities staffs still hope to make the holidays memorable for residents … [Read more...]
Holiday Histories: Traditions for Abilene Families
Turkey or ham for Thanksgiving? What to cook for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day? What hot new toy are the kids begging for this year? There can sometimes be a little drama when attempting to plan the “perfect” holiday. And if there’s one thing we’ve learned from the year 2020, it’s that plans can be uncertain. While the holidays are a time of great joy, the American … [Read more...]