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An Annual Tradition Renewed: Lighted Christmas Parade, St. Nikolausmarkt and Art Walk DEC 06 2012

An Annual Tradition Renewed: Lighted Christmas Parade, St. Nikolausmarkt and Art Walk

Here’s sneak peek at one of the parade mascots who will take part in the Chamber Lighted Christmas Parade, which kicks off this Friday, December 7, at 6:30 p.m. along Main Street. The penguin mascot will be joined by Frosty the Snowman. Following the parade the two  characters, and St. Nick, will be available for [...] View Post >
Do allergies make you say ‘Bah Humbug’ to a live Christmas tree? Sneeze no more. NOV 29 2012

Do allergies make you say ‘Bah Humbug’ to a live Christmas tree? Sneeze no more.

There’s hope for allergy sufferers who want to enjoy the warmth and beauty of a real Christmas tree. Did you know the Leyland Cypress seems to cause little, if any, problems for those with allergies? Find one at St. Nick’s Christmas Tree Farm, located just 12 and a half miles north of Fredericksburg on Highway [...] View Post >
The First Christmas Tree? NOV 28 2012

The First Christmas Tree?

Some have called it a super-sized ornament. Some have called it a mega children’s toy. So what exactly is that wooden, spinning thing in the middle of Marktplatz? The 26-foot carousel-like structure is called a Christmas Pyramid. These wooden pyramids are a traditional German decoration dating back to the 16th century. It is an art [...] View Post >
Rekindle Your Holiday Spirit NOV 20 2012

Rekindle Your Holiday Spirit

The simple joys of the Christmas season can be found in time-honored traditions. Decking the halls. Driving through twinkling towns. Decorating cookies. Singing Christmas carols. Reliving the Christmas story. Deck the halls with the natural scent of pine and let the scent take you back to a time when popcorn and cranberries garnished Christmas trees. [...] View Post >

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Check Off Your Christmas Shopping List NOV 20 2012

Check Off Your Christmas Shopping List

Sure, there’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday. But what’s even more special? Small Business Saturday. We’re kind of partial to that one in Fredericksburg. This year, Small Business Saturday is November 24. Mark your calendars. It’s a day to support your friends and neighbors who own small businesses. Tucked away in more than 150 shops [...] View Post >

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