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Holiday Guide 2011

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Contribute to Patch's North Shore Thanksgiving Recipe Swap

Give a recipe and share one with your North Shore neighbors.

It's that time of year again — time to give thanks, celebrate the season in good company and bring out those tried-and-true Thanksgiving recipes. Salem Patch and sister sites on the North Shore want to know about those dishes that always have a place on your Thanksgiving table and those that are making their debut this year. Have a creative spin on cranberry sauce? Are you known for famous stuffing that friends and relatives talk about long after all the Turkey Day leftovers have been gobbled up? This is your opportunity to find out what your neighbors are cooking. Give a recipe and get one from your North Shore neighbors. If you have a recipe you would like to share add it below in the comments section or send it to Associate Regional …

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Chris Helms

8:52 am on Thursday, November 15, 2012

Green Bean Casserole gets no respect — but food writer Kendra Nordin, who I knew in my old job as editor of Jamaica Plain Patch — has the recipe and history on why we ought to call it "Feminist Green Bean Casserole." http://jamaicaplain.patch.com/blog_posts/feminist-green-bean-casserole   more ›

Sunday, December 25, 2011

Patch Readers Love Rudolph, George Bailey and O Holy Night

But don’t play Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer in their presence.

We’ve had some fun over the past four weeks asking you about your favorite Christmas songs, movies and specials –- and which song you didn’t want to hear again. Here’s a roundup of the results. Favorite Christmas Song Our most popular Christmas poll over the past month (309 votes) was – What’s Your Favorite Christmas Song? Nearly one-quarter of respondents (23%) went with “O Holy Night.” Eleven percent said “The Christmas Song” and 10 percent chose “Little Drummer Boy.” Other choices in the comment section given by readers were “Where Are You Christmas?,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” “Silver Bells,” “Mary’s Boy-Child” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” Tiresome Christmas Song "Which Christmas Song Are You Most Tired of" was …

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Follow Santa's Journey

Where is Santa?

Santa Claus is on his way. Follow his journey from the North Pole to your home as NORAD provides the latest information about Santa Claus’ location.

5 Things Marblehead Wants Under Its Tree

These are some of the things Marblehead hopes to find under its tree this Christmas.

As local residents gear up for Christmas, here are our picks for five things we think Marblehead would hope to find under its tree this year: 1. The Warwick Site completed - The construction of a new 38,000-square-foot building at the former site of the Warwick Theatre is picking up steam. Although a new theater is not yet part of the final plan, Save the Warwick has been campaigning for its inclusion in the new building. 2. Another year of MHS State Championships - In 2011, local residents celebrated as the local Marblehead High School's hockey, swimming, skiing and sailing teams took home titles. Another banner year would make for a great Christmas present. 3. The Return of Food and Ice Cream - After a fire forced the owners of 5 Corners…

Sandy Doliber Campbell

9:56 am on Saturday, December 24, 2011

Sounds like 5 good choices for 2012! Thanks "Marblehead Patch", you're one of my favorite things to read on FB ... keep up the good work. Love the photo of the Christmas tree on Humphrey Street.   more ›

Local Christmas Religious Services

The following church's will hold religious services for Christmas.

The following church services were made available. Our Lady Star of the Sea St. Michaels Episcopal Unitarian Universalist Church First Church Clifton Lutheran Church of St. Andrew Old North Church Did we miss a service? Add it in the comment section.

Friday, December 23, 2011

Last Minute Gifts in Town

Don't sit in traffic, the perfect (last minute) gifts are available downtown.

Just two shopping days left before Santa comes to town and your loved ones are going to be looking under the tree. Need to pick up a few things but don't want to spend your days in traffic? Here are some suggestions for places to get great gifts within walking distance. For your Pet Dog Bed - Marblehead Pet Supply Collar - Pawsitively Pets For The Husband Sailing gear - Marblehead Outfitters Nautical accesories - ShipShape For the Wife Jewelry - Jambu Massage gift certificate - Hand in Hand Massage For Mom Culinary accesories - Shubies Note Cards - Scribe For Dad A best seller - Spirit of '76 A bicycle - Marblehead Cycle For the Kids Puzzles - Mud Puddle Toys Sweaters - Hip Baby Gear For the Co-Worker Ornament - Surroundings Coffee - Java …

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Follow Santa’s Journey on Patch

Patch will be offering NORAD's reports about Santa Claus’ whereabouts on Christmas Eve.

Santa Claus is preparing his sleigh and his workshop is putting the final touches on the toys. In only two days, Santa will make his worldwide trek – and Patch will be there to let you know his location. Check back to Patch on Christmas Eve (Saturday) and we’ll provide NORAD’s latest information about Santa Claus’ location.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

POLL: Which Christmas Song Are You Most Tired of?

Let us know which Christmas song you don't want to hear again.

It happens every year. Christmas music starts cropping up around Thanksgiving and for a week or two we tolerate it -- and many of us actually like it. Then, we move closer to Christmas and each note of an Andy Williams or Mitch Miller song makes our blood pressure rise. There's only so much mirth one person can take! Then there's the sappy song like Wham's tune or the corny songs from legends like The Beach Boys, Paul McCartney, Eartha Kitt or Dean Martin. And then, there's Feliz Navidad, 12 Days of Christmas and no list of painful Christmas music is complete without Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer. So, we want to know -- which Christmas song are you most tired of? If we don't have your choice in the poll, let us know in the comment …

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Les Masterson

6:03 am on Friday, December 23, 2011

Good call, Martha. I forgot about that one!   more ›

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Hidden Holiday Gem: Shipshape

Looking for a truly unique gift for that person on your list that is hard to shop for? Consider stopping by Shipshape on Washington Street.

Anyone can go to a big box store and bring home a generic gift this time of year, but if you're looking for something that will make a splash this holiday season consider "buying local" at Shipshape. The store, located on Washington Street in Old Town, offers the kind of specialized nautical decorations that can be found in living rooms and restaurants across Marblehead. Many of the items the store offers are hand-made and Marblehead-specific. From coasters to pillows to Christmas ornaments and paintings, the store has an assortment of products that could make a great gift for that lifelong Header on your shopping list.  The store also offers a wide variety of ocean-themed wall ornaments and some vintage maps of Marblehead and the Atlantic…

Holiday Trash and Recycling Schedule

Trash and recycling will be delayed a day due to the upcoming holidays.

Christmas Holiday Trash & Recycle Collection Schedule courtesy the Board of Health:  Trash and Recycle pick up schedule for the week of December 26, will be picked up one day late. Monday trash & recycling will be collected Tuesday, December 27 Tuesday trash & recycling will be collected Wednesday, December 28 Wednesday trash & recycling will be collected Thursday, December 29 Thursday trash & recycling will be collected Friday, December 30 Friday trash & recycling will be collected Saturday, December 31    Transfer Station will be closed Monday, December 26th.     New Years Day Holiday Trash & Recycle Collection Schedule   Trash and Recycle pick up schedule for the week of January 2, will be picked up one day late. Monday trash & …

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