Holidays

As the giving season kicks off with Giving Tuesday on Nov. 29, Promising Pages is seeking donations to help end Charlotte’s book desert.

It’s the best time of the year to grab a blanket, a cup of your favorite holiday beverage, popcorn and watch one of the classics.

The pressure is on! Not only are you searching for the perfect gift, it has to get there on time to make it under the Christmas tree.

Don’t let your red, white, and blue display this Fourth of July start a flap with the flag purists – there are definite dos and don’ts for letting Old Glory fly correctly.

Whether you’re a member of the LGBTQ+ community or a supporter, there are some great podcasts out there to listen to during Pride Month – or any time of the year.

Get your cocktail shaker and favorite tequila ready May 22 for World Paloma Day! This traditional Mexican drink is made with grapefruit soda, tequila and lime.

The holiday season is for connecting with family, friends and neighbors, and noting all the holidays our loved ones celebrate.

With Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s celebrations ahead of us, this is often described as the “most wonderful time of the year.

We’ve found great budget-friendly gifts whether you’re searching for friends, family or the best present for the neighborhood gift exchange.

For some, it may be a tradition to watch scary movies during Halloween season, but perhaps you want a flick to watch with the entire family this year? Have no fear, we’ve got you covered with these essential Halloween films for kids.

You barely have time to buy groceries, let alone a Halloween costume. So if you find yourself costume-less on Oct. 31, don’t worry – there are countless easy, last-minute ideas out there.

Snyder Memorial Baptist Church in Fayetteville, NC  has held a Christmas tradition for last 42 years.

December marks 65 years for McAdenville as “Christmas Town USA,” with over 375 trees and most homes decorated in red, white and green lights.

Has there ever been a year we needed holiday cheer more? We’ve found dozens of items for The Travel 100 Gift Guide that will bring a smile to the faces of your loved ones this holiday season.

I remember as a kid, hearing my parents’ gripe when the neighbors put their Christmas lights up too soon.

You’ve already decked the halls at home, put on the Christmas playlists and started rewatching your favorite Christmas movies.

Some say the quickest way to anyone’s heart is through their stomach.

Everyone loves the sweet, warm, cozy taste of hot cocoa on a chilly day.

As we head into the shopping season, especially this year, make sure you aren’t still “in the red” once all the red and green lights fade.

Since my daughter was five years old, The Nutcracker has been one of our favorite holiday traditions.

With the holidays quickly approaching, shopping during a global pandemic just doesn’t bring forward that same sense of Christmas cheer.

Leaves are dropping and temperatures are down, but perhaps the truest sign that fall has arrived is the opening of local pumpkin patches.

Once the Thanksgiving bird is gone, it’s time to go see the holiday lights.

Holiday revelers can enjoy the spirits of St. Nick when two Christmas-themed pop-up bars open in The Triangle.

On Valentine’s Day, make your heart happy by attending one of these feel-good events supporting local nonprofits:

The Rudy Theatre in Johnston County has hosted the number one live variety show in North Carolina, LIVE@The Rudy, for 20+ years. The most popular program is the “Christmas Jubilee,” which features family-friendly comedians and Broadway-quality singers and musicians.

According to Karen Molnar, a registered dietitian nutritionist for UNC Physicians Network in Cary, the holiday meal has changed over the last decade. She attributes the shift in part to food intolerance and allergies.

You’ve got some hungry guests coming for Thanksgiving, which means you need to find a tasty turkey. Here’s what you should consider:

According to Statista.com, 57 percent of Americans said celebrating Thanksgiving is “very important” to them with another 27 percent indicating it is “rather important.”

How are you celebrating the spooky holiday this year? In addition to the traditional nights of trick-or-treating or attending costume parties, there are many exciting or scary Halloween attractions and events happening throughout the state. From haunted houses and thrilling rides to family-friendly parades and festivals, there’s something fun or freaky for everyone.