The "halls have been decked" - tree decorated, greenery and red bows on every available surface inside and out, stockings on the mantle, and even mistletoe at-the-ready. Gifts have been purchased, delivered, and wrapped. Now, it's time to sit back, sip some egg nog, and cherish this magical time of year.
That's exactly what Diana and I plan to do, which is why we are publishing this big issue of our weekly eNewsletter to get you through both the holidays and the winter break ahead! And then we are taking the rest of the year off. Expect us in your inbox again on January 1, 2015.
That's exactly what Diana and I plan to do, which is why we are publishing this big issue of our weekly eNewsletter to get you through both the holidays and the winter break ahead! And then we are taking the rest of the year off. Expect us in your inbox again on January 1, 2015.
As we head into the weekend, Christmas, and Winter Break beyond, be sure to check our CALENDAR for all the local family-friendly events. And don't miss these Santa Sightings:
- December 20: Holiday Winter Fun at Gilman Village
- December 20: Santa at Forest Fairy Bakery
- Through December 24: Reindeer Festival at Cougar Mountain Zoo
- Through December 24: Visit with Santa and have professional photos taken at Grand Ridge Plaza
- Saturdays-Sundays in December: Santa Train from North Bend to Snoqualmie
- Take a drive to look at local and worth-the-drive Holiday Light Displays - check out our newly updated top picks.
- Send your kids a personalized video message from Santa with Portable North Pole. {My girls absolute love this! It's magical!}
- Share a silly (groan-worthy) holiday joke ... or 12.
- Make White Christmas Snack Mix or these No Fuss Sugar Cookies from our very own Chef Kristen.
- Create Ornaments from Old Crayons or Toilet Paper Rolls plus find other crafts, make-your-own ornaments, games, ideas, and more on our Winter Holiday Pinterest Board.
- Be a part of Santa's journey and check on his reindeer with the NORAD Santa Tracker.
- Most importantly, remember that YOU are the Best Present your child has ever been given!
- your chance to WIN from Adventure Kids Playcare - it's sure to come in handy during Winter Break - and it's a prize your kid will enjoy as much as you will!
- your very own A to Z Guide to Winter Break Fun with more than 26 ideas for keeping your kid entertained, stimulated, and exhausted during those 16 days (not that we're counting) off school.
- our Restaurant Guide, so you can spend less time cooking and more time enjoying the holidays
- a special rate perfect for enjoying Suncadia's Winterfest!
- other nearby Macaroni Kid sites: The Eastside Macaroni Kid, Cherry Valley Macaroni Kid, and South Puget Sound Macaroni Kid.
Wishing you a fun-filled and magical season!
We'll be back with new content on January 1st!
Diana and Dana
