Preparing the perfect Thanksgiving entrée — especially outdoors, in the fickle weather of a North Carolina November — is a delicate process that cannot be rushed. Just ask the Ramblin’ Man.
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Working for the Weekend
Labor Day stirs memories of first jobs and inspires end-of-summer celebrations.
5 Tips for Setting a Timeless Holiday Table
Lean into tradition — with a twist — using our tips for setting a special table this season.
High Point’s Eva Rae Swing Clark is Santa’s Personal Seamstress
How many suits does one spry old elf need? Just ask Eva Rae Swing Clark, the custom tailor for High Point’s high-profile Santa.
A Coconut Cake Recipe is Both Coveted and Elusive
Topped with snowy coconut drifts and perfumed with a hint of almond, this grande dame of cakes knows how to make an entrance.
A Story Behind Every Christmas Tree Ornament
Handmade from Popsicle sticks and macaroni, or preserved from generations past: An ornament represents a story, a memory, a treasured entry on the timeline of our lives.
The Unlikely Ornament King of Gastonia
The true story of how a Jewish man from Gastonia became the world’s largest maker of Christmas ornaments, and so much more.
DIY: Make a Wreath Using Greenery From Your Own Backyard
Gather native North Carolina foliage to capture the spirit of our home state in a cheery DIY wreath.
Deck Your Halls with New Garden Landscaping & Nursery in Greensboro
For the holiday hostess who hasn’t a minute to spare, New Garden sells fully trimmed trees, one of many services for time-crunched customers.