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The tough economy has caused cutbacks and compromises in almost every area of life, and its impact on holiday party planning is no different. But that doesn’t mean ‘tis the season to f...

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Remember those years that brought out lines of shoppers trying to purchase a Cabbage Patch Kid, or parents who were frantically trying to snag a Tickle Me Elmo for under the tree? Is...

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Whichever way you choose, get into the true spirit of the season and make the holidays a little bit brighter for your neighbors. 5. The Salvation Army It's a classic. The i...