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◗ Aledo fi nishing preparations for Holiday CelebrationBy Katie MartinezThe Community News

Celebrating more than a decade of Christmas Tyme tradition, the city is hard at work with prepara-tions for Aledo’s Christmas Tyme celebration on Dec. 3.

Angela Kell, events planner for the city and Mrs. Claus to the chil-dren who visit Santa at his work-shop inside the community center, has been working behind the scenes since September to plan this year’s event.

A lot goes in to putting on a city wide celebration, from bringing in sponsors and working with local businesses to coordinating with health inspectors, planning com-mittees and city administration.

Aledo Mayor Kit Marshall said the event, in its 11th year, is always changing and evolving – and it gets better every year.

“Christmas Tyme is a really fun, family-friendly event that showcas-es all the things that make Aledo great,” she said. “It introduces the community to our local businesses and gives the community the oppor-tunity to usher in the Christmas season together.”

Kell, who is working on her sec-ond Christmas Tyme event, said after fi nishing her shift as Mrs. Claus last year, she was excited to see the fruits of all her labor.

“I remember I jumped in my car and went around to all the different locations, I wanted to see how all of our ideas were playing out,” she said. “It was great; kids were mak-ing s’mores and people were really having a great time.”

The most wonderful Tyme of the year

The event faced uncertainty when the East Parker County Chamber, which had always sponsored the event, decided not to continue, but Aledo’s Economic Development Corporation picked up the reigns and with the help of community sponsors has continued the tradi-tion without a hitch.

Marshall said that she spends a lot of her time on the wagon talk-ing to people about the history of the city and how the city has grown and changed, while still retaining its small-town charm.

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RANDY KECK/THE COMMUNITY NEWS

TOP: One of the hits of the 2010 Christmas Tyme was Harley Santa at Aledo Florist. | RIGHT: All sorts of gifts, apparel and yard decorations can be found at the Craft Fair at Aledo Community Center.


TYMEfrom page three

“That makes it hard for me to get around and see all the other events, and I’m torn by that,” she said. “I do absolutely love sharing with people the history of our city – but I would also love to participate in all the activities going on all over town.”

The arts and crafts fair has been held at the Community Center in Aledo for the last 34 years, Kell said. It’s an important tradition in the city and Marshall said Christmas Tyme was structured to enhance the fair and help the local artists as well as the businesses.

Kell said she and her family are really looking forward to seeing what Milestone Portraits and the Bird’s Nest Salon are going to do, because their event is new this year. They will have a bounce house for the kids along with airbrush tattoos and an outdoor Christmas movie.

Marshall, who has been involvedwith planning the event since itsinception 11 years ago, said her favorite thing about the event is – everything.

“I don’t think I can pick one eventover another because what I loveabout Christmas Tyme in Aledo isthe way all the facets come together to make one fabulous event,” shesaid.

TOP: Local businesses take on a glow during Christmas Tyme. | LEFT: Carolers from Holy Redeemer Catholic Church performed on Front Street during the 2010 Christmas Tyme in Aledo.

CHRISTMAS TYME IN ALEDOSaturday, December 3

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The 34th annual Arts and Crafts Fair will run from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Aledo Community Center

Santa arrives at the Community Center at 6 p.m. on a fire truck to light the Community Christmas Tree and pose for pictures


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To love someone other than yourselfTo love someone other than yourself

Is the highest form of loving yourself,Is the highest form of loving yourself,

For you come to love all humanityFor you come to love all humanity

And humanity becomes you.And humanity becomes you.

And the greatest part of youAnd the greatest part of you

Becomes a part of everyone you come to love.Becomes a part of everyone you come to love.

We are here for a purpose.We are here for a purpose.

And it lies outside of ourselvesAnd it lies outside of ourselves

And the Noble Ideals we share.And the Noble Ideals we share.

It lives and breathes within the lives of others,It lives and breathes within the lives of others,

Not so fortunate as ourselves.Not so fortunate as ourselves.

It lives as well as it may.It lives as well as it may.

A child must possess the knowledgeA child must possess the knowledge

That there is love,That there is love,

That love exists,That love exists,

And that it may be foundAnd that it may be found

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“Tis true“Tis true

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But by farBut by far

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104 MAVERICK STREET PROFESSIONAL BUILDINGJanice L. Hicks –

4-H Petting ZooAledo Children’s Advocats –

Children’s CraftsCenter of Hope – RefreshmentsTrinity Bible Church – Hot ChocolateDave Hunter – EntertainmentLaw Office of Josh Norrell

SOUTH ALEDOMilestone Portraits/The Bird’s Nest

Hot Chocolate, Smores, Air-brush Tatoos, Bounce House, Outdoor Movie

Kettle Korn 5-9 p.m.

Whistle Stop Pre-School/Church of Christ – Bowls of Chili and Children’s crafts

Aledo Sports – Candy Canes

Aledo Volunteer Fire Department - Hamburgers

Aledo National Bank - Refreshments

Edward Jones/Chad Bagley

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Realty World/Pam Snowden – Santa, Craft Activity

Myser Orthodontics – Hawaiian Christmas Theme

Cindy Robertson – Scentsy Wickless Candles

Happy Nails – Face Painting

J.K. Donuts

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Mayor welcomes Community to Christmas Tyme in Aledo 5 p.m.

Just for Kix Dance Group 5:05 p.m.

Klassy Kloggers 5:30 p.m.

Santa Lights Christmas Tree 6 p.m.

Photos with Santa in Santa’s Workshop 6 -7:20 p.m.

Aledo High School Choir 6:15 p.m.

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◗ Christmas on the Square in Weatherford has a new time this year, but everyone’s favorite events haven’t changed.Special to The Community News

Everyone is excited about Christmas on the Square and, as always, there will be lots of fun festivities to enjoy.

The event is free to the public and will take place on Saturday, Dec. 3 with a new time from noon to 5 p.m. a the Historic Downtown Weatherford Square.

The Annual Christmas Parade will kick off the event, starting at

10 a.m. at the Ninth Grade Center and following its route down South Main and west around the Square.

The theme for this year’s event will be “Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow” and many of the down-town shops and businesses will be decorated to refl ect their inter-pretations of the classic Christmas tune.

During the more than 20-year tradition of Christmas on the Square, the event has continued to grow.

Attendance got a huge boost a few years ago, when it was moved to Saturday.

Historic Weatherford’sChristmas on the Square

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Christmas on the Square begins at a new time this year, immediately after the parade.


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In keeping with the growth the event has been moved to daytime hours to allow for con-tinued expansion.

There are lots of children’s activities, choirs singing, food booths, craft booths, gift ideas and much more.

Kids and parents alike will enjoy taking a break and visiting with Frosty, Rudolph and all of the season’s favorite characters.

This year, Santa will be fl ying in and making his appearance at First Financial Bank. Thanks to all of Santa’s Helpers at FFB, kids will be able to take home their photo with Santa at no cost to Mom and Dad.

Christmas on the Square will end at 5 p.m. though downtown businesses will be staying open late for shoppers to stroll the square and enjoy the ambiance of the beautiful Parker County Square. There’s not a prettier

site than the downtown area all light up in celebration for the holidays.

For more information, ven-dor applications and sponsor-ship opportunities, visit www.christmas-on-the-square.com or contact the Chamber at 817-596-3801.

SQUAREfrom page nine

ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS

Parker County Cruisers will fill the SE quadrant of the Square with classic cars

An ice sculptor will transform blocks of ice into beautiful, Holiday themed works of art

Horse-drawn carriage rides sponsored by Parker County Physical Therapy

Pony and mini-train rides

Face painters and balloon art-ists for the kids

Roaming Holiday characters (Grinch, Frosty, Penguin)

FILE PHOTO/THE COMMUNITY NEWS

A festive boxer participates in the annual holiday parade at Christmas on the Square in Historic Downtown Weatherford.


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Christmas 2011 – Birth of a New TraditionEditor’s Note: The following commentary has been adapted from an email that has been making the rounds.

As the holidays approach, the giant foreign factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with mon-strous piles of cheaply produced goods – merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor. This year will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift given time, nothing can be found that is pro-duced by American hands. Yes there is!

It’s time to think outside the box. Who says a gift needs to fi t in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese produced wrapping paper? Everyone – yes EVERYONE gets their hair cut. How about gift certifi cates from your local hair salon or barber?

Gym membership? It’s appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.

Who wouldn’t appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, local-owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certifi cate or a book of gift certifi cates.

Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plunking down the Benjamins on a Chinese made fl at-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.

There are numerous owner-run res-taurants – all offering gift certifi cates. And, if your intended isn’t the fancy eatery sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks this isn’t about big National chains – this is about support-ing your home town merchants and services with their fi nancial lives on the line to keep their doors open.

How many people couldn’t use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcy-cle, done at a shop run by the American working guy?

Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would love the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.

Perhaps someone’s computer could use a tune-up; there is probably some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running.

OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelry, and potteryand beautiful wooden boxes.

Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theatre.

Musicians need love too, so fi nd a venue showcasing local bands.

Honestly, do you really need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a $5 string of lights, about fi fty cents stays in the com-munity. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mail carrier, trash guy or babysitter a nice big tip.

Christmas is now about caring about our neighbors, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the bene-fi ts come back to us in ways we couldn’t imagine. This can be the new American Christmas tradition.


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Holiday Splendor

◗ 30th annual Tour of Homes set Dec. 10By Melissa MoormanSpecial to The Community News

WEATHERFORD – This year’s Candlelight Tour of Homes is the 30th time that owners of some of Weatherford’s oldest homes have opened their doors and welcomed visitors. The Candlelight Tour is set for 1-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under, and are available at the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce and the Doss Heritage and Culture Center where credit cards are accepted. Photos of each of the locations can also be seen on the Parker County Heritage Society’s website, www.parkercountyheritagesociety.com.

“We have four stunning homes on tour this year, along with Chandor Gardens, St. Stephens Catholic Church and the Doss Heritage andCulture Center,” said Bill Warren, Candlelight Tour chair. “With all of the different locations you can spend an afternoon immersed in Weatherford’s colorful past.”

This year’s tour venues include:

• Flinn Home - 402 Garner Road - This home was built in 1885 for William Flinn and his wife Alice. Flinn was a bridge builder who constructed the North Main Bridge crossing Town Creek. The bridge was the widest in the world at the time.

• Kindel Home - 402 West Spring – Thishome was completed in 1881 for pharmacist andbusinessman R.W. Kindel and his wife Frannie.He was the founder of the fi rst castor oil mill west of the Mississippi River. The home has been awarded a Texas State Historical plaque.

LEFT: Chandor Gardens in Weatherford provides an abundance of scenery over four acres. It is one stop on the annual Tour of Homes Dec. 3.

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Sunday, Dec. 4 - Children’s Recital 6:30 p.m. Come and hear the musical gifts of the Children of Faith

Sunday, Dec. 11 - THE MESSIAH 10:30 a.m. Worship: The Musicians of Faith will perform Handel’s Messiah

Sunday Afternoon at the Movies, Dec. 11 3 p.m. - Movie: Bethlehem Star (for all ages)

Wednesday, Dec. 14, Breakfast for Dinner with Santa6:15 - 7:30 p.m. During Wednesdays Together. Bring your Christmas Lists!

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• Loving Home - 119 West Josephine - Isaac N. and Annie (Loving) Roach were the orig-inal owners of the Victorian cottage completed in 1891. Annie was the daughter of Oliver Loving of the Loving-Goodnight Cattle Trail remem-bered in Larry McMutry’s Lonesome Dove.

• Chew Home - 702 South Waco - The home was built in 1904 by William and Frances Chew. Chew owned the Weatherford Lumber yard for many years.

• Chandor Gardens - 711 West Lee Avenue – Douglas Chandor and Ina Kuteman Hill chose this four acres of land adjacent to her parent’s home and named it White Shadows. The property includes a beauti-ful home nestled among boul-ders, ponds, fountains and a waterfall. This unique treasure is now owned by the City of Weatherford and maintained by the Parks and Recreation Department.

• St. Stephens Catholic Chapel - 211 South Main - The fi rst Catholic Church in Weatherford was a wooden structure constructed in 1882. The one on tour was built to replace the original structure that was destroyed by fi re and completed in 1902. The basi-cally Queen Anne style has ele-ments of English Gothic design. The stained glass windows are original throughout the build-ing. It was redecorated in the 1950s based on a design by English portraitist Douglas Chandor.

• Doss Heritage and Culture Center - 1400 Texas Drive – The 23,000 square foot museum highlights Weatherford’s colorful history, a rich tapestry of cattle barons and cowboys, Broadway stars and political leaders is shared and showcased in spacious state-of-the-art exhibit spaces. Stop in to see the newest exhib-it - Expressions From the Soul - an exhibit of professional Texas artists. Also during the tour, see the Candlelight Gift Market. The Chew Home in Weatherford was built in 1904.

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Numerous schools, non-profi t orga-nizations and community groups are planning activities to celebrate the holi-days. Below you will fi nd events to attend and participate in.

SchoolsAledo Christian School817-441-7357”The Light Before Christmas”Elementary PlayDecember 13, 20117 p.m. at Aledo Christian Center

Trinity Christian Academy817-441-7901www.tcaeagles.org“Miracle at Midnight”Christmas MusicalDecember 1, 20117 p.m. at Trinity Bible Church

JH Choir and HS Choir will perform at Christmas on the Square Dec. 3 at 3:45 p.m.

Weatherford Christian School817-596-7807High School Choir ConcertDecember 8, 20117 p.m.at Greenwood Baptist Church

Christmas Craft BazaarCraft ShowDecember 9, 20119 a.m. to 4 p.m.at the School

Aledo ISDAledo High School817-441-8711Choir Christmas ConcertDecember 13, 20117 p.m.

Aledo Middle School817-441-5198Rachel’s ChallengeDecember 2, 20118 a.m.

McAnally Intermediate School817-441-8347Christmas Band ConcertDecember 8, 20117 p.m.at Aledo High School

Choir ConcertDecember 15, 20117 p.m.at McAnally

CarolingDecember 16, 20118 a.m.at McAnally

McCall Elementary School817-441-4500Winter PartiesDecember 16, 20111:45 to 2:30 p.m.

Stuard Elementary School817-441-5103Winter Parties

December 15, 20111:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Holiday BazaarNovember 17, 20113:30 to 5:30Gym

Vandagriff Elementary School817-441-8771Choir ProgramDecember 13, 20116 p.m.

Kindergarten Christmas ProgramDecember 15, 20118:30 a.m.

Weatherford ISDCrockett Elementary School817-598-28114th Grade Music ProgramDecember 1, 20116 p.m. in the Cafeteria

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Crockett Elementary SchoolChoir ConcertDecember 9, 2011, 7 p.m.

Ikard Elementary School817-598-2818Latte in the LibraryParents come read with your kids and have a latter or hot chocolate during the kids’ normal library times.December 5-9, 2011Library

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Martin Elementary School817-598-2910Reading RainbowDecember 9, 2011, 8 to 9 a.m.

Tison Junior High817-598-2960Band Christmas ConcertDecember 11, 20116:30 p.m.at Durant Auditorium

Wright Elementary School817-598-2828Wear Green DayDecember 16, 2011

Classroom PartiesDecember 16, 2011, 10:45 a.m

Hall Junior High817-598-2822Christmas Band ConcertDecember 4, 2011, 6:30 p.m.at Durant Auditorium

Weatherford High School817-598-2858Class PartiesDecember 16, 2011, 10:45 to 11:45

Holiday Choral ConcertDecember 9, 2011, 7 p.m.at Durant Auditorium

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December 9 - Candlelight Gift Market preview and private sale, 5-8 p.m. Tickets are $10 each.December 10 - Candlelight Gift Market and Candlelight Tour of Homes. Gift market hours from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Candlelight Tour 1 - 7 p.m. For more information on the Candlelight Tour, visit www.parkercountyheritagesociety.com.December 11noon- 5 p.m.There is no cost to shop the gift market on Saturday or Sunday. Photo by Craig Swancy

Non-Profi tsHemi Foundationwww.hemifoundation.orgJessie Hall’s grandparents are sponsoring the Hemi lighted for-est of Hope to benefi t The Hemi Foundation. The foundation serves hemispherectomy patients, like Jessie. The Halls have put Christmas lights on 542 trees at their home in Wyoming. The trees are available for adoption, $100 for large trees and $50 for small trees. More information are available at www.hemifoundation.org.

Christmas card fundraiserChristmas cards are available for sale at www.hemifoundation org. The cards come 12 for $12.

Parker Paws817-441-8844, www.parkerpaws.orgPet AdoptionLook for the Mobile Adoption Unit on Bois D’Arc StreetDecember 3, 201110 a.m. to 2 p.m.First Monday in Weatherford

Christmas On the SquareMerchandise for sale to benefi t Parker Paws and the Weatherford/Parker County Animal ShelterDecember 3, 201112 to 5 p.m.in downtown Weatherford

Pet Adoptions at PetsmartParker Paws will have adoptions at Petsmart in Weatherford on three weekends in December.Dec 3/4, 10/11, 17/1811 a.m. to 4 p.m.Petsmart in Weatherford

Christmas TreeThere will be a Christmas Tree at the Weatherford/Parker County Animal Shelter where people can drop off gifts to the shelter, or pur-chase gift certifi cates for a low cost spay/neuter for a pet as well as donate to the low cost spay/neuter program.

Weatherford/Parker County ShelterPet AdoptionDecember 17, 201110 a.m. to 3 p.m.at Le Chateau

Wish ListDry pet food, canned pet food, kitty litter, collars, puppy pads, busy bones and gift cards from Petsmart and Walmart to buy other items for the pets. Donations can be dropped off at 403 Hickory Lane in Weatherford, or drop them off at Le Chateau in Willow Park on Dec. 17.

Aledo Advocatsaledoadvocats.comChristmas Tyme in AledoCenter of Hope will be doing craftsDecember 3, 2011Maverick Center

Wish ListSports and dance equipment. Shoes, cleats, balls, bags and clothes from small to tall.

Center of Hope817-441-2442Annual Tree of HopeFundraiser: Give a donation in honor or memory of someone. $10 turns on a light and $100 gets a star on the tree.9901 E Bankhead Hwy., Suites C & D, Aledo, Texas 76008Wish List

Prepaid gas cards in $10-$20 incre-ments.

Casa Parker County817-599-6224Breakfast with SantaChildren 12 & Under are $10. (Includes photo with Santa) Adults are $5 Mrs. Claus Story Corner, Crafts, Hayrides. All proceeds ben-efi t Casa Parker CountyDecember 3, 20118 to 9:30 a.m. and 10 to 11:30 a.m.Central Christian Church, 1602 S. Main Street, Weatherford

Wish ListMore volunteer advocates for chil-dren, multipurpose copy paper, puzzles, stickers, construction paper, nerf balls, chalk and toys for Christmas (all ages) and gift cards from Wal-Mart or Offi ce Max

Manna817-599-6569Santas HelpersGive toys and needed items to a child on the Manna Angel Tree.

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Manna (Continued)Wish ListBaby diapers, individual soap and shampoo.129 Spring Street, Weatherford

United Way817-596-5986Wish ListA few reliable offi ce volunteers and a successful campaign for 2012. To donate, call 817-596-5986, email [email protected], or mail con-tributions to United Way of Parker County, P.O. Box 1476, Weatherford, Texas 76086.

Red Crosswww.redcross.org/holidaymailHoliday Mail for HeroesThis year the Red Cross is partner-ing with Pitney Bowes to distribute holiday cards to American Service members, families, and veterans around the world. Mail your letters to Holiday Mail For Heroes, P.O. Box 5456, Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456.

Community30th Annual Candlelight Tour of Homeswww.parkercountyheritagesociety.com30th Annual Candlelight Tour of HomesRegistration RequiredDecember 10, 20111 to 7 p.m.in Weatherford

Weatherford College817-598-6458, Sheila KinkeadParker County Community Choir ConcertsSelections from Handel’s MessiahDecember 5, 20117:30 p.m.www.wc.edu

Bush Legacy Republican Women817-441-6290Christmas PartyThe Bush Legacy Republican Women will have a Christmas Party at their regular meeting. Roger Williams will install the incoming offi cers for the year 2012. Party is for members only and their guests.December 15, 2011, 6:30 p.m.

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Have yourself a Natural Little Christmas

◗ Bring Mother Nature inside to create an elegant holiday homeBy Jessica AbelsCTW Features

Sometimes taking a stroll into the holi-day-decorating aisles of your local store can feel more like falling through Alice’s rabbit hole. With everything from ani-matronic snowmen to psychedelic-lighted tree toppers, it can be tempting to go Mad Hatter and get carried away. But there’s a reason why no one sings “Deck the halls with plastic metallic tinsel.” This holiday season, why not let the original interior designer, Mother Nature, have command over your home?

Mar Jennings, a Westport, Conn.-based lifestyle expert, author and TV personality, likes to incorporate a number of natural elements into his holiday decorating.

While he says those boughs of holly and evergreen branches are great places to start, there are many other, more unex-pected ways to go au natural.

“I love to take a lemon and slice it in half to make a little mini lemon bouquet,” Jennings says. “There’s nothing better in the winter than to get a burst of citrus color.”

He incorporates more lemons, along with limes, by hollowing each fruit out to make just enough space for a small votive. Jennings calls them “lemon lights” and “lime lights” and says they “bring texture and color that are great for parties.”

At the table, Jennings suggests creating place cards using a metallic pen to write names on magnolia leaves, as well as using non-blooming fi g tree leaves as placemats.

“I also like to take cranberries, barley or coffee beans and put them in glasses and put a tea light or small candle in them,” he says. “It creates different levels of illumination using things from my pantry.

“When I do table arrangements, I use one vase and put another inside and line the wall of the outer vase with halved Brussels sprouts. That’s another way of getting something organic on the table.”

When it comes to the tree, however, Jennings says you may want to consider the artifi cial route.

“One thing more and more is that arti-fi cial trees are becoming so real,” he says. “Using an artifi cial tree is not a bad idea, especially when you can’t tell it’s artifi cial.

IMAGES COURTESY OF MAR JENNINGS

Back to the basics: Hand the reins over to Mother Nature (and décor expert Mar Jennings) for holiday-decorating ideas that pack a green punch.

It’s a great choice and with all the live trees we cut down each year, it helps the environment.”

He suggests creating a more natural look for the tree by taking your least favor-ite ornaments, or ones that are slightly damaged, and coating them with sand or moss using adhesive spray.

“Taking an old ornament that you nor-mally wouldn’t put on, you can completely redo the surface and make it brand new,” he says. “It creates a more organic look than you would expect on a tree.” This can also be a fun activity for the whole family, he says.

“Craft stores have wonderful things to get kids involved and make ornaments that last,” he says. “I try to get kids involved so they appreciate where they were that year they made the ornament, and to kind of keep in mind the traditions and history of the holiday by remembering the past.”

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