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Paradise Community Band Holiday Concert, 7 p.m. on Dec. 17 at the Paradise Center for the Arts, 321 Central Ave., Faribault “At Christmas,” 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 21 at the Paradise in Faribault. Comedy, drama, gift wrapped with a musical bow and ready to put under the tree. A

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as “It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas,” this joyous, heartwarming musical is pure family entertainment. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students ($1 off for PCA members) Hometown Holiday Celebration, 5-7 p.m. on Dec. 2 at the Faribault Senior Center, Buckham Memorial Library and Faribault Community Services. See the arrival of Santa and real reindeer, have a cookie and popcorn, enjoy holiday music and participate in many family activities at this free event that is open to the community.

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“Christmas Bells Are Ringing” presented by Beau Chant at 3 p.m. on Dec. 15 at Bethel Ridge Lutheran Church, 1401 Bethel Court, Faribault. Featuring Shattuck-St. Mary’s Pre-Conservatory Strings and the bell ringers from First English Lutheran Church. Advance ticket purchases are $10

“Miracle on 34th Street,” 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 6, 7, 12, 13, 14 and 2 p.m. on Dec. 8 and 15 at the Paradise Center for the Arts Bahl Family Auditorium. Kris Kringle takes on the cynic among us in the musical adaption of the popular holiday favorite. Filled with humor and such beloved songs

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Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Dec. 1 at the Faribault American Legion, 112 Fifth St NE., from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Dec. 1. Kids can visit with Santa from 8-10:30 a.m., enjoy facepainting and make crafts at this event held by the Cannon Valley Detachment Marine Corps League. Crafts for sale. Adults are $7 in advance, $8 at the door, kids ages 6-10 are $5 in advance, $6 at the door, and kids 5 and under are free. All proceeds go to Toys for Tots. Contact Doug Truman at 339-5437 for tickets.

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Faribault Senior Center Holiday Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Dec. 9 located at 19 Division St. W.

holiday delicacy. This activity is limited to 12 participants. For more information or to reserve your spot, call 332-2121.

Be a Santa to a Senior Wrapping Party, Faribault Senior Center, 1:30-3 p.m. on Dec. 18. Volunteers needed. Call 332-7357.

Peace Lutheran Christmas Craft and Bake Sale from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. on Dec. 7; luncheon from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 213 Sixth Ave. SW (lower level activity room), Faribault. Menu includes all-you-can-eat chili, beef stew, grilled cheese sandwiches, cookies and bars. Adults are $7.50, youth ages five-12 are $5, ages four and under are free. Various crafts, krumkake, lefse, rosette, candy, cookies, bars, breads, cakes, pies and more will be on sale.

Hometown Holiday, Faribault Senior Center, 5-7 p.m. on Dec. 2 Weichert Realty Toy Drive, now-Dec. 9. Drop off new, unwrapped toys at any of the company’s sales offices. Toys will be delivered throughout the holidays in conjunction with local charities that assist financially and physically disadvantaged children. Christmas Open House at Alexander Faribault House from 4-7 p.m. on Dec. 6 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Dec. 7. Celebrate a traditional French-Canadian Christmas at the Alexander Faribault House. Free and open to the public. Call 332-2121 for more information.

15th annual Winter Walk 2013 from 4-9 p.m. on Dec. 12 in downtown Northfield. Experience downtown Northfield by candlelight and don’t miss the tree lighting at 5 p.m. on Bridge Square.

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Jingle Bell Run from 9-11:30 a.m. on Dec. 14 at the Northfield Armory, 519 Division St., Northfield. Registration and check-in at 8 a.m.; race starts at 9 a.m. 5K Run/2K Run/Walk, live brass music, pictures with Santa and more. All race registration fees will go to support programming of the Northfield Area Family YMCA. For more

Shattuck-St. Mary’s Campus Christmas Walk, 1-4 p.m. on Dec. 7. Featuring the Christmas Performing Arts Showcase from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Newhall Auditorium, a holiday performance with vocals, preconservatory strings, players and arch dancers. Also featuring “Nutcracker on Ice” at 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the new rink.

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Continued from page 5 taking old or broken items and giving them new life. Choose from several different types of green wrapping materials. Some materials provided or bring your own funny pages, fabric scraps, maps, or paper bags to use. Fees cover the cost of supplies. Open to all ages. Cost: $2/person or $6/ family; Free for River Bend members. Café by Candlelight, 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 30 at the Faribault American Legion, 112 Fifth St. NE. The Community Cathedral Café will hold its 2nd annual fundraiser featuring approximately 30 tables decorated for an array of holiday themes. Scandinavian dinner at 6:30 p.m. The evening will conclude with the raffling of an assortment of baskets, gifts and certificates. Proceeds will be used to purchase food and supplies for the coming year. Call Kathy at 8389933 or 334-3985 for tickets. Infants Remembered in Silence Turkey Trot, 7 a.m. on Nov. 28 at Faribault Middle School, 704 17th St. SW. Registration and check-in at 7 a.m.; Tot trot and Kids Gobble Wobble at 8 a.m.; 5k/10k timed runs and 5k walk at 8:30 a.m. Rain or shine. All proceeds will benefit IRIS. Visit www. IrisRemembers.com for more information.

Faribault Community Free Thanksgiving Dinner, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Nov. 28 at the Faribault American Legion, 112 Fifth St. NE. 28th annual Faribault Hospice Light Up a Life Ceremony, 7 p.m. on Dec. 2, District One Hospital, 200 State Ave.

Multipurpose room. The event features a story told in ASL; a short, captioned movie and an art activity. Book will be “The Christmas Wish” by Lori Evert and the movie will be “Kung Fu Panda Holiday.” Faribault Moose Lodge Children’s Christmas Party from

Visit with Santa, 9-11:30 a.m. on Dec. 7, 1st United Bank, 430 Fourth St. NW, Faribault. Donations to Rice County Hospice will be requested. Call Debra Nelson at 333-0422 for more information.

1-3 p.m. on Dec. 22. Come visit Santa and Sneaky the Clown. Faribault Area Senior Center annual Christmas Dinner at 11:30 a.m. on Dec. 19. Hosted by SEMCAC Senior Dining. Meal cost for ages 60 and over is a suggested donation of $3.50; cost for under 60 is $6.No FASC membership needed; preregistration required.

St. Olaf Christmas Festival, 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 5-7 and 3 p.m. on Dec. 8, St. Olaf College, Skoglund Center. The St. Olaf Christmas Festival is one of the oldest musical celebrations of Christmas in the U.S. Started in 1912 by F. Melius Christiansen, founder of the St. Olaf College Music Department, the festival features more than 500 student musicians who are members of five choirs and the St. Olaf Orchestra. For information and tickets, visit http://www.stolaf.edu/christmasfest/. Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf American Sign Language Literacy Night from 6-8 p.m. on Dec. 16 in the Tate Hall

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The basics of poinsettia plant care

lthough poinsettias are most often associated with the holiday season, they are actually tropical plants. In spite of their origins, poinsettias can thrive during the holiday season and even last long after the holidays have come and gone. Poinsettias are native to Mexico and Central America. Aztecs called the plant cuetlaxochitl. The flowering plant was first introduced to the United States by Joel Poinsett, the U.S. ambassador to Mexico, and was subsequently renamed the poinsettia. The flowers of the poinsettia are actually the yellow blooms at the middle of the bright red or white bracts that form on the plant. Perhaps due to the bright red of the bracts, the plant quickly became a popular Christmas plant. It’s important to note that poinsettias grow in a warm climate and therefore must be kept in tropical conditions to ensure the plant’s health. Furthermore, poinsettias bloom in response to shortening daylight hours. That means they will need ample darkness each night in order to simulate the dark nights of short, winter days. To achieve this, you may need to put the plant into a dark closet for 12 to 14 hours each night. During the day, the plant should be in a sunny window where it will have access to bright light. The more light the better. Keep the soil evenly moist. Misting the plant will help it to retain some humidity. Also, fill the overflow saucer on your flower pot with gravel to allow water seeping through the pot to evaporate from the gravel. Hot temperatures

indoors combined with high humidity will help the plant to thrive. Even one day without adequate moisture can cause the leaves to drop. Furthermore, decreasing temperatures can cause leaves to fall off. The goal is to keep the indoor temperature consistent. While many poinsettia plants are discarded after the holiday season, these plants can actually be cut back and saved for next season. Trimming back any remaining leaves

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Potted Christmas trees produce holiday cheer all year long

hristmas trees are the quintessential decoration of the holiday season, often erected in front windows gleaming with decorations, trinkets and lights. Much thought goes into selecting a tree and turning it into the centerpiece of a celebration. Holiday celebrants with no personal preference may struggle with the decision to buy an artificial or real tree. Those who opt for a real tree may think their only options are the cut trees available at local tree lots. But those interested in a tree that will last far beyond the holiday season can select a potted Christmas tree, all the while adding an eco-conscious element to their holiday celebrations. Selecting a live tree is an environmentally sound choice. Trees that have their roots intact can be transplanted outdoors after Christmas. This reduces the waste

associated with tree disposal and provides various benefits to the environment, as the trees act as a natural air filter while providing shade and wind barriers. An evergreen tree, which remains lush and green all year long, is also an ideal habitat for backyard creatures. Trees help control excessive moisture issues in the soil by drawing up water for survival, and can help prevent erosion of soil in more arid climates. Caring for a potted tree takes a bit more effort than a standard cut tree. There are a few steps that need to be taken to ensure its post-Christmas survival. You can purchase the tree several weeks in advance of the holidays, provided you water the tree frequently and keep it outdoors in the cool weather in the weeks leading up to the holiday. Select a tree variety that is hardy to the specific zone in which you live and will acclimate to the

climate and soil conditions. A local nursery should be able to guide you to the right evergreen. Because you intend to plant this tree after the holidays, it is a good idea to choose the location where the tree will eventually grow and dig the hole as early as possible before the ground freezes and becomes difficult to excavate. Consider digging the hole in the autumn and then filling it with leaves or a tarp until the time comes to plant the tree. Roughly two weeks before Christmas, you will need to transition the tree for indoor use. Neglecting this step may result in shock to the tree, which can cause it to wilt or die. Place the tree inside of a garage or a shed where it is generally warmer than outside but not yet room temperature. After this two-week period, move the tree inside where it will have a place of honor for festivities. Do not leave

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the tree inside the house for more than 10 days. It will need to be moved back into the garage and then outside before planting. Many evergreens are durable, and the majority of the decorations you use on the tree should not harm it. But be careful not to tug or break branches. Use small lights that do not generate much heat; otherwise, you risk damaging the boughs with burns. When the tree is indoors, it’s also essential to keep it in an area that gets filtered sunlight and is away from heating vents that may dry it out. A spot in front of the front window may be the best location. Potted Christmas trees make an eco-friendly addition to holiday traditions. They can be planted year after year, adding some aesthetic appeal to the backyard while benefitting the environment.

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Photo ornaments Fun photo ornaments showcase how a family has changed and grown over the years. Experiment with different ways to create these ornaments. You can glue a photo to a ceramic ornament and cover it with decoupage glaze to set it permanently. Try purchasing clear, glass ornaments, then remove the top of the ornament, which is usually spring-loaded, before slipping a photo inside and replacing the top. You also can laminate a photo, punch a hole in the top and affix a ribbon.

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are painted so that they are shiny and hardened for display. Those who want to do their painting at home can visit their local craft or hobby shop, where typically there are unfinished ceramic ornaments that can be painted with acrylic paints found right in the next aisle. A finishing coat of clear glaze will help protect the ornaments from year to year.

Wood crafts Many of today’s craft centers have expanded to include sections devoted to unfinished wood items. Everything from letters to animal cutouts to boxes and rocking horses can be purchased and finished. Turn keepsake boxes into painted and ribbon-adorned gift boxes. Stain a treasure chest that can be used to store reindeer snacks for Santa’s crew. Turn small decorative pieces into ornaments for the tree. Paint and affix wood initials onto stocking holders to identify to whom each stocking belongs. Crafty individuals also can turn plain wood plaques into signs with clever sayings, such as “Park your sleigh here.”

Scavenge around the house Young children can use any medium for making ornaments. Garlands made of macaroni or popcorn are traditional. Fabric scraps can be sewn and stuffed with potpourri for homemade scent satchels. Hand-drawn pictures can be made and laminated and hung on the tree. The only obstacle with regard to DIY ornaments is a limited imagination. Homemade items can add whimsy and a personal touch to the holiday season.

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Tree lighting tips

Lighting a Christmas tree may seem like with the task. Untangling wires and wrap child’s play, but time and again people struggle ping them around boughs can be nerv e wracking, but lighting a tree doesn’t have to be a chore when you follow some tips from the professionals. First, keep in mind that wrapping lights around the tree horizontally is more work and often doesn’t produce a multi-dimensi onal effect. Rather, string the lights from the trunk up to the top, working vertically. This is actually how the tree decorators at Roc kefeller Center in New York City do the famous tree year after year. This method helps eliminate tangled wires and empty spots. Remember to plug in the strands of lights before you beg in to check for burnt-out bulbs and to adjust the spac ing of lights to prevent dark spots. Thin k about varying light bulb sizes to add more dime nsion. String an inner layer of small LED white lights to produce an inner glow on the tree befo re adding larger, colored lightson top to increase visual appeal. Just be sure to match the sam e wattage of the lights so that you do not have power surges and can prolong the life of the bulbs.

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dwarfed the 1931 tree. However, the 1933 tree paled in comparison to the 10-ton Norway Spruce erected in 1999, which measured 100-feet tall and remains the tallest tree ever erected at Rockefeller Center. The tradition of the Rockefeller Center tree continues to evolve to this day, but the evergreen it is no longer lit with incandescent light bulbs. LED bulbs that consumea fraction of the energy of traditional bulbs are the bulbs of choice now. In addition, in 2007 Rockefeller Center partnered with Habitat for Humanity, who used the tree after it was taken down to furnish lumber for home construction.

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Experience downtown Northfield by candlelight! Stroll through unique shops, dine at fine restaurants, and enjoy caroling, sleigh rides, storytelling, luminaries, decorated storefronts and much more! 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

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THE MAGIC OF MODEL TRAINS at the Northfield Public Library, 210 Washington Street. Warm up indoors and enjoy a Winter Walk tradition viewing model train layouts large and small, old and new. CAROLING BY NORTHFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIRS on Bridge Square in the historic downtown area with TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY SPONSORED BY XCEL ENERGY REINDEER SLEIGH RIDES along Division Street near the Archer House, courtesy of the Archer House River Inn HORSE-DRAWN WAGON RIDES along historic Division Street sponsored by APPLE AUTO AND EDINA REALTY SANTA’S HELPERS in the downtown area throughout the evening WE BAKE AND SERVE KRUMKAKE FROM 5-9 PM! Paper Petalum, 212 Division St. JOIN US FOR IN-STORE TREAT! Studio Elements, 16 Bridge Square LIVE SNOWMEN SERVING HOT CIDER AND DONUT HOLES at Drive Thru of Millstream Commons 210 West 8th Street STROLLING FROSTY THE SNOWMAN, RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSE REINDEER AND OTHER HOLIDAY CHARACTERS CHILI FEED (5-7 pm) and INTERACTIVE LIVE NATIVITY (performances at 5:30, 6:00, 6:30 and 7:00) at Moravian Church, 713 Division Street COMMUNITY RESOURCE BANK, 618 Division Street, visit Petting Zoo in parking lot, see Santa and receive free special gift. Cider and cookies available. SPREAD WARMTH OVERSEAS! HOT DOGS, BRATS, FRIES & COCOA SALE at VFW, 516 Division Street. Proceeds will be used to purchase phone cards for military personnel stationed overseas. Donations accepted. Warm seating inside! NORTHFIELD HOCKEY ASSOCIATION selling hot, delicious Carbone’s Pizza by the slice, Bridge Square DANCE PERFORMANCES IN STUDIO AND OUT FRONT (weather permitting) Division Street Dance, 311 Division Street: 5:00 Irish, 5:30 Hip Hop, 6:00 Irish, 6:30 Tap, 7:00 Irish, 7:30 Jazz BY ALL MEANS/ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE OPEN HOUSE – Meet and Greet, Holiday Treats, Vintage Band Music and a drawing for prizes, 17 Bridge Square TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH will be serving hot chocolate for free outside the Thrivent office building. Will also be taking prayer requests. HOT APPLE CIDER served by Edina Realty in front of Rocky Top, 427 Division Street THE NORTHFIELD HIGH SCHOOL BAND ENSEMBLES PERFORMING CHRISTMAS FAVORITES at Quality Bakery and Coffee Shop, 410 Division Street GORGEOUS CHRISTMAS FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS TO STOP IN AND SEE, WARM UP AND BROWSE AND CHECK OUT THE SEASONAL SPECIALS at Forget Me Not Florist, 501 Water Street South RIVERWALK MARKET FAIR WINTER MARKET at the Northfield Armory, 519 Division Street. Enjoy local food and wonderful fine arts and crafts from the farmers and artists of Riverwalk Market Fair HOT CIDER AND HOLIDAY COOKIES AND INSTORE DRAWINGS FOR GIFT CERTIFICATES at The Secret Attic, 113 5th Street West ARTIST JUDY SAYE-WILLIS FEATURING SCARVES, JEWELRY AND PERSONALIZED ORNAMENTS at Eclectic Goat and Glass Garden Beands 413 Division Street CHRISTMAS COOKIES AND HOT DRINKS. COME RECEIVE A BLESSING FOR THE NEW YEAR. Northfield Prayer Room 315 ½ Division Street (right above Keller Williams Realty)

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SERVING COOKIES AND HOT COCOA AND OFFERING SUBSCRIPTION SPECIALS at the Northfield News, 115 5th Street West BUY 1 SANDWICH GET SECOND HALF OFF ALL DAY at Tandem Bagels 317 Division Street ALSO ENJOY COFFEE AND HOT CHOCOLATE IN TENT OUTSIDE STORE JOIN US FOR WARM CIDER and information on the luxurious Crossing Condos at the G&H Sales display in Bridge Square. Follow the luminaries to the Crossing Condos and enjoy a brief tour of the finished models. Visit all 3 models & be entered into a grand prize drawing! GIVEAWAYS FROM CO-SPONSOR OF “TEAM LUMINARIA” Professional Pride Realty in front of By All Means 17 Bridge Square FREE SUGAR COOKIE (while supplies last) and $2 CUPCAKES (while supplies last) at Cake Walk 303 Division Street HOLIDAY MUG GIVEAWAY at Larson’s Printing 207 Water Street South ~ Must have coupon from Northfield News or Entertainment Guide ~ Valid during Winter Walk hours only KYMN RADIO – Enjoy Christmas music outside the studio, 200 Division Street CHRISTMAS BALL CONTEST DISPLAY, Northfield Yarn, 314 Division Street BOOK SIGNING WITH MARY BLECKWEHL at Monkey See Monkey Read 425 Division Street HAND-CRAFTED MINIATURE COLLECTOR’S DOLL HOUSE RAFFLE by the Save the Northfield Depot Committee. On display at By All Means with tickets available and drawing held there at 9 pm (Need not be present to win). 17 Bridge Square WARM UP WITH A GLASS OF HOT MULLED WINE at The Hideaway 421 Division Street PLEASE STOP BY AND CHECK OUT OUR IN-STORE WINTER WALK SPECIALS! A Bag Lady, Archer House, 220 Division Street CAROLING BY BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH ADULT CHOIR in the downtown area CAROLING BY Il CANTANTI in downtown area

CAROLING BY NORTHFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIRS on Bridge Square in 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. the historic downtown area with TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY SPONSORED 5:30 -7:30 p.m. MR AND MRS SANTA CLAUS FOR THE ENJOYMENT OF CUSTOMERS AND CLIENTS at Coldwell Banker BY XCEL ENERGY South Metro 419 Division Street 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

PICTURES WITH SANTA at First National Bank, 329 Division Street. PICTURES WITH THE JAMES-YOUNGER GANG sponsored by the Defeat of Jesse James Days Committee at Northfield Historical Society Museum, 408 Division Street CLASSICAL GUITAR MUSIC BY RANDALL FERGUSON at the Rare Pair, 401 Division Street

REINDEER SLEIGH RIDES along Division Street near the Archer House, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. courtesy of the Archer House River Inn …And a Special THANK YOU for the Event Donations from these Generous Contributors! · · · · ·

J. Grundy’s Rueb’n Stein Ameriprise Financial – Don Robertson Carlson Capital Management Nest Midwest Anna’s Closet

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Neuger Communications Group Inc. Quarterback Club Champion Sports Rooms by Tagg 2

HORSE-DRAWN WAGON RIDES along historic Division Street sponsored by APPLE AUTO AND EDINA REALTY OTHER THINGS TO ENJOY! • Santa’s cottage on Bridge Square SANTA’S HELPERS in the downtown area throughout the evening • Decorated store fronts and luminarias • A variety of holiday treats and refreshments in many of the business locations • Food specials by local eating establishments

WE BAKE AND SERVE KRUMKAKE FROM 5-9 PM! Paper Petalum, 212 The Winter Walk event is sponsored by the Northfield Division St. Area Chamber of Commerce. Watch for additional events and activities that may be added. Schedule is subject to change.