Good morning and Happy Hanukkah!

It sure got cold this week! My kids were super excited about the "snow" delay on Monday. They are anxiously awaiting some real snow and ask to check the weather each night before bed.

We are looking for Junior Reporters! Do you have a child who likes to write? Maybe is in to a little graphic design? Loves to do crafts and can make a demo? This is a great way for kids to get volunteer hours, learn new skills and add publications to their resume! To get more information about being a Junior Report includes and/or to apply, click here.

Is your family looking for ways to help others this holiday season? Check out our Local Holiday Giving Guide plus learn about the 516 Project.

With the holidays comes lots of fun - You can find a list of Parades, Santa Sightings, Light Shows, Local Holiday Lights Tour & More in our Winter & Holiday Guide.

Here are some other things you might like:

🎄 Elf Notes

🎅 Printable letter TO Santa.

🎅 Personalized letter FROM Santa here.

🚗 Free Printables for Christmas decoration scavenger hunt and car ride Bingo!

🛍️ Local holiday shopping ideas

We are beyond Thrilled to announce this year's 12 Days of Giveaways is now 15 Days of Giveaways, thanks to our awesome Sponsors! There's still plenty of time to enter to win! Be sure to check out the Sponsor's websites and support our Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania and Stafford small businesses this holiday season!

Historic Fredericksburg Foundation - Candlelight Tour tickets & Ornament	* WINNER: Jennifer Houston *

Wicker & Lilies - Holiday wreath	* WINNER: Antinette Dixson *

Polaris Dance Institute - 1 month of unlimited dance classes	* WINNER: Sarah Hogan *

Haruko - $25 Gift Certificate	* WINNER: Karen Flanders*

Fun Land of Fredericksburg - Family Fun Package	* WINNER: Valerie Franklin *

Tupperware - Tupperware Gift Basket	* WINNER: Tasha Hubley *

Royal Spa - $25 Gift Card	* WINNER: Kristina Gale *

Ravish Soap Co. - "Taste of Honey" gift set	* WINNER: Lisa Henry *

Usborne Books & More - Puzzle & Book Basket and gift card	* WINNER: Michelle Carter *

Board & Brush Fredericksburg - $25 Gift Certificate	December 10th

Dan's Plumbing - $50 VISA Gift card	December 11th

Wine & Design Fredericksburg - $30 Gift Certificate	December 1t2th

Elizabeth Jones, Realtor - $25 local restaurant gift card + $25 donation to the Fredericksburg food bank	December 13th

Macaroni Kid Fredericksburg - Osmo Words Kit Game	December 14th

Macaroni Kid Fredericksburg - Holiday Gift Basket	December 15th