Tag: Christmas

If you need a little cheer this year, Holiday Express has your ticket.

It was just after 4 p.m. when I unscrewed the top on the bottle of Jameson whiskey. It wasn’t deep winter yet, but summer was surely past, the leaves had turned. The sun sat lower in the sky, and all that meant one thing: Time to make the Christmas cake.

Pre-cut live trees may be harder to find this year – and more expensive. Cutting one down at a local Christmas...

MIDDLETOWN – From the large-scale displays synched up with favorite yuletide melodies to the humble décor signifying the start of the season, the holiday light displays that illuminate Two River communities can serve as more than a means to magnify good tidings.

By Judy O’Gorman Alvarez FILE PHOTO This week many families will display their menorahs, a prominent symbol of...

Worried about supply chain issues as you shop for holiday gifts? Put those shipping fears to rest by shopping local this season. Whether you are looking for a hostess gift, a stocking stuffer or a one-of-a-kind surprise for family and friends, think Made in Monmouth for the holidays. One of the county’s best programs for creators, artisans and small businesses, Made in Monmouth is sponsored by the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners and organized by the county’s Division of Economic Development. A dedicated website lists all the participating vendors with contact information. Many of these makers sell their wares through Etsy, Facebook or their own website, but some only sell at craft shows and pop-up events, like the Mini Made in Monmouth show coming up Dec. 4 in Manalapan. All makers are based in Monmouth County, though, so most are happy to coordinate pickup. More information on each of these artisans – and many, many more – can be found in the vendor directory on the Made in Monmouth website at madeinmonmouth.com.

Some may scoff at the idea of Christmas in July but it’s not just retailers who find pleasure in celebrating the yuletide in summer. For those in the Two River area who just can’t wait for December, there are places to deck the halls and enjoy the holiday spirit.

If you missed Christmas 2020 because of COVID-19, why not celebrate Christmas in July with a backyard barbecue?

The Atlantic Highlands First Aid and Safety Squad managed to hold its annual Santa Runs this year, with added safety precautions.

Every year since 2009 a team of volunteers have been installing a Christmas tree of lights in the south tower of the historic Twin Lights lighthouse. This year they found out how much the community appreciates it.