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Sunday, November 20, 2011

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As the season begins, Patch rounds up five local events that are sure to keep the holiday blues away.

The holiday season is officially here. This week, most schools will enjoy Thanksgiving break starting Wednesday. Thanksgiving Day is Thursday, and Black Friday follows it. Get ready for some feasting, shopping and holiday fun. Here are five events to get your season started right. Monday, Nov 21. Gingerbread houses are a long-standing holiday tradition that first became popular in Germany after the Brothers Grimm published a certain well-known fairy tale collection that included Hansel and Gretel. The tradition was brought to the United States by early German settlers. These days, it’s nearly an art from. Check out the gingerbread house display, sponsored by Lydia’s House, at Plaza Frontenac in the upper level in the mall common area, near…

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