It is possible, even likely, we are establishing a new holiday tradition this year. For the remaining days until Christmas, Becky and I will be opening each day a door on our Advent calendars. Using ...

When advent calendars start appearing on supermarket shelves and in homes, we know that the countdown to Christmas is almost here. While the classic chocolate advent calendars still reign supreme, ...

A few weeks ago, I got a message from an editor ranting about secular, commercial Advent calendars and asking if I would write about Advent. For many, Advent calendars are about counting down the 24 ...

Every morning brings a new surprise. For once, Anthony is excited to get up and go downstairs to start the day. What used to be a forced march now goes by like a breeze. All thanks to the start of the ...

Advent calendars are such a fun way to count down to Christmas. It’s simple: You open up a little door each day in December and receive a surprise. Advent calendars come in all types of categories and ...

IBERIA PARISH — Local event organizer Teresa Courtois has brought a real-life, Christmas-movie-style Advent event calendar to downtown New Iberia, offering daily, free, holiday-themed activities.

Who doesn’t love getting into the child-like Christmas spirit around the holidays? If you’re looking to give your loved ones some festive excitement this December, picking up a nice advent calendar is ...

In the chilly days leading up to Christmas, many families drive out the darkness with Advent calendars. This special tradition involves opening a small gift or treat for the 24 days before the holiday ...