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Traditional foods add something special to Kwanzaa celebrations

The stew varies by region, but the general result is a nutty and spicy dish that is warming and filling. Enjoy this recipe for “West African-Inspired Chicken & Peanut Stew” courtesy of Delish and Brooke Caison.
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Traditional foods add something special to Kwanzaa celebrations

Traditional foods add something special to Kwanzaa celebrations

Kwanzaa is a traditional holiday that is celebrated by Black Americans, Afro-Caribbeans and others of African descent around the world. Kwanzaa was the creation of Maulana Karenga, a college professor who was inspired by South African first-fruits celebrations and other Swahili traditions. There are many components of Kwanzaa, but the culmination of the celebration is a feast known as Karamu on Dec. 31.

EXPLORING NATURE

In winter, some sandhill cranes form immense flocks in places like Bosque del Apache, NM and Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge, Texas.
Photo from Metro Creative

EXPLORING NATURE

Exploring Nature: Cold Cranes

The leaves are turning in my neighborhood — lots of yellows and reds showing up, and many leaves are falling to the ground. I am reminded that new birds will soon be arriving.

Alzheimer’s Association releases 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Creating a “memory” calendar containing family photos with special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries makes a lovely gift for individuals living with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease.
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Alzheimer’s Association releases 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday shopping and gift-giving can often be challenging, but even more so when shopping for a person living with dementia. Depending on the stage of disease, some well-intentioned gifts may no longer be appropriate or practical for the person.

Can help, will help

San Marcos Art League board members (left to right) Tracy Weinberg, Nancy Brown and Gerald Kurten with food bank volunteers donating a check for $1000 raised during the 2022 holiday fundraiser at the Hays County Food Bank.
Photo submitted by SMAL

Can help, will help

Local artists partner with arts nonprofit to raise money for the Hays County Food Bank

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MUSIC, MUSIC AND MORE MUSIC

On Friday, Devil’s Backbone Tavern is having one heck of a holiday show with the Bri Bagwell Christmas featuring John Cannon and Grant Gilbert of the Lowdown Drifters. If you’ve never heard Bri Bagwell, take the opportunity to search her up on Spotify or Apple Music.

Bagwell has been named Texas Female Vocalist of the Year seven times, and her deep southern country music is both sweet and solid, like bourbonlaced iced tea. I highly recommend Bagwell’s album, “Corazón y Cabeza,” which is a good place to start when delving into her work. The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $30-$35 for reserved seating. Check devilsbackbonetavern.com/live-music for details.

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MASKS AND MUSIC

Tonight at the Porch at 8 p.m. Attic Ted will be performing a Christmas Opera, Mary’s Little Secret, alongside Dead Music Capital Band, Janet, Lazy Suzanne, Bobb Hatt and Window Shop. If you haven’t been to an Attic Ted show yet then there are a few things you need to know. Grady Roper, the lead singer who plays various instruments, and Coby Cardosa, the drummer, will both be wearing various masks constructed of cardboard and most of the audience will be wearing them as well. There are several reasons that this is great fun, the main one being that you can dance your heart out without anyone knowing who you are. I have been working on masks for myself and my mother all week and they are really coming along. One is a one-eyed red devil with three-dimensional horns and a nose as well as tons of rhinestones. The other is a lilac bunny with a tooth gem and diamond earrings. Also, the band's music is awesome, so you will have a good time all around.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?

The San Marcos Daily Record suggestions for things to do in and around San Marcos

Winter is coming...

Prepping a garden for winter is a good opportunity for fun and connection while working in the outdoors before cold weather hits.

Winter is coming...

Plants that were planted this year should be covered with mulch or a blanket to protect them from frost.
Photos submitted by the Hays County Master Gardeners

Winter is coming...

Ten tips to help our gardens and plants thrive during the winter season

‘Carey’-ing on with teas and traditions this holiday season

Kelly S tone Educator, Comedian, Champion P unner

‘Carey’-ing on with teas and traditions this holiday season

Dear Readers, Do you ever find yourself in a bipolar- like funk around the holidays, or is it just me? It’s a mix of childlike glee marveling at Christmas lights and enjoying carols, yet I also feel a bit like the Grinch. I mean, how many times can we listen to Mariah Carey in a single month? And this comes from a gal who flew to Oakland, Ca., just to see Lionel Richie perform with special guest Mariah Carey. She’s certainly impressive, but it’s a lot. Still, let’s give her credit — creating a Christmas album was a brilliant move for her bank account, so I certainly don’t fault her. However, I think we all know there are plenty of other Christmas albums that could be included in the store playlists.

Tapestry Dance Company celebrates the gift of now with ‘The Precious Present — Listen’ dance showcase

Texas State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance professor Acia Gray to participate in Tapestry Dance Company’s annual multi-form dance showcase, “The Precious Present.”
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Tapestry Dance Company celebrates the gift of now with ‘The Precious Present — Listen’ dance showcase

Master tap dancer and choreographer Acia Gray was recently tapped to teach within the Texas State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance. Gray, a master teacher who has toured extensively across the US and abroad, brings a lifetime of dance experience to Texas State.

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