Author: CM

What Happened to the Presidents?

Writtem by Sherwood Kohn Presidents’ Day, which falls on the third Monday in February, has an interesting history. Originally, everyone celebrated Washington’s birthday, on February 22 (actually, under the calendar that was in...

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The Arcane Art of Coping With the Holidays

Written By Cathy Drinkwater Better Preparing for the holidays is an art. And like any art, it takes time to master. Give Doug and me another 20 or 30 yearsÉwe’ll get it right. Between us, we have 22 immediate family members for...

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Three for Tea

Written By Anne Blue The annual whirlwind of activity often makes it hard to find peace during the holiday season. Many Carroll residents have found a civilized antidote to the chaotic rush of celebratory preparations: hot cups...

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At Least 22 Ways to Spice Up the Holiday Season

Written By Cari Pierce At this time of year, most of us find ourselves hurrying to complete familiar errands and participating in necessary, often routine, activities. We plan, decorate, shop, host, wrap and visit. In the midst...

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