It’s that time of year when we’re faced with the annual decision of whether to rail against or lean into the holiday season. Whether you give the holidays a bear hug or just a casual fist bump, we hope this year’s can’t-miss holiday events guide will brighten your days and nights.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inLife & Culture, Nation & World
Royals’ ring maker won’t be taking copycat orders
The jewelry maker who worked on the engagement ring Prince Harry gave to Meghan Markle says it’s been inundated with requests for replicas.
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Christine Keeler, whose Profumo Affair rocked 1960s Britain, dies at 75
The tabloid scandal stoked concern that the London showgirl was funneling state secrets from a war secretary to a Soviet spy.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Arts & Entertainment, Nation & World
AARP magazine to award Mirren achievement honor
The magazine says its Movies for Grownups Awards will be televised for the first time in February.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Brunswick powerlifting competition will benefit Toys for Tots
The entry fee for Squats for Tots, happening Saturday at Black Bridge Crossfit, includes an unwrapped toy for a needy child.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Nation & World
World’s largest, most lavish Starbucks opens in Shanghai
The new roastery is the first non-U.S. location of a new series of splashy shops designed to offer a more ‘immersive’ experience for coffee lovers.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
Salad can add pizzazz to a hearty holiday meal
There’s more to the feast than the impressive roasts, potatoes and pies. And this side comes together in 20 minutes.
Posted inFood & Dining
Field blend wine: Like a party full of diverse grapes, with some dice-rolling
In this unpredictable kind of blend, various varietals ferment together and form interesting combinations.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
Welcome the new year with a special sparkling cocktail
Cup of Kindness, anyone?
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
Coconut, the star of many food trends, bakes up beautifully in pound cake
It basically conquers all.