Some of your favorite Woodstock chefs were generous enough to share their favorite holiday recipes with us. Give them a try and let us know how you like them!Sausage, Apple and Cranberry Stuffing Provided by the Copper CoinCopper Coin’s executive chef, Chris Morgan, also known as the 6-Foot Cook (the6ftcook.com), specializes in grilled goods, and, this time of the … [Read more...]

Community doesn't happen overnight. Community, and all its facets, by nature takes time. It requires listening, trusting and building, and then listening some more. Cultivating community takes a willingness to be in it for the long game.Founded 187 years ago, Cherokee long has been a community of innovators, entrepreneurs and creatives starting from scratch: digging for … [Read more...]

Christmas is my favorite time of year and it's just around the corner! There's so much to do: the presents, the howliday parties, friends and family dropping treats. I mean dropping by. Friends and family dropping by. Heh, heh, I crack myself up.I especially like it when my Aunt Tedwina comes to visit. I actually was named after her because we look so much alike. Every … [Read more...]

Because many of our friends and neighbors struggle financially every day, there are many charities that work hard to help people in need. Here's a list of local nonprofits that have additional needs for the holidays. While you're at it, consider bringing a basket of homemade goodies, fresh fruit or colorful flowers to show your appreciation for the staff and volunteers at these … [Read more...]

We asked you, our readers, to share the recipes for your must-have Thanksgiving dinner side dishes. You responded to our plea, and now we all can enjoy your favorites as our own. Thanks for sharing a taste of your holiday traditions, and happy Thanksgiving! Ham Glaze From Lynn MehargOur family recipes are tried and true. We use the same ones every year, because we have … [Read more...]