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Ring in the holidays with regionally inspired recipes
When holiday hosts and their guests ponder must-have desserts, one of the most common favorites is an oh-so-delicious pie. More specifically, with nearly endless possibilities and its familiar festive flavor, pecan pie is one of America’s most beloved holiday treats.
 8 smart ways to save on holiday expenses
While often regarded as the most wonderful time of year, the holiday season is also an expensive spot on the calendar. Even as many families feel the squeeze of inflation and rising costs, there is hope for your budget when it comes to gatherings, gifts, food and beyond.
 5 tips for safe holiday travel
The holiday season can be stressful enough before adding travel to the mix. Coordinating ground or air travel and planning accommodations, even if you’re simply staying with loved ones, is often just the beginning and health and safety concerns can fall by the wayside.
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Christmas Tree Farms of the Hudson Valley
Take some time this winter to visit a Christmas tree farm. You and your family can plan an outing to choose the perfect tree that will adorn your living room!
 Hudson Valley Holiday Light Displays
Light displays are often at the top of the list of many holiday traditions this season. There is something about the twinkling lights and magical dancing lights that brighten up the dark winter nights and put kids of all ages into the Christmas Spirit.
Indoor spots for teens to play
Teens need places to go that aren't lame and won't bore them to tears. We have the best in the Valley listed just for you.
 Hudson Valley Sweet Shops
Need a birthday cake? A sweet cookie reward for a great report card? Or just a break to indulge in a sweet treat? Find out where the favorite bakeries and candy shops are in the Hudson Valley.
 Best places to bowl in the Hudson Valley
Bowling is one of America's favorite, family-friendly past times.
Hudson Valley Winter Farm Markets
If you're missing the summer farm markets, have no fear. You can still get fresh produce, eggs, and meat. Plus, you will find pastries, homemade products, jams, jellies, honey, cider, and lots more.
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2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Holiday shopping can feel like a chore. HVP is making it easier for you with our annual Holiday Gift Guide
 The Bear Mountain Ice Rink is opening for the season
The Palisades Interstate Park Commission is pleased to announce the opening of the Bear Mountain Ice Rink for the 2023/24 season. Join us on November 4th for the first skate at the rink that was voted Best of the Hudson Valley three years running!
 Kingston Eats Veggies Campaign builds interest in local produce
Kingston’s Creating Healthy Schools and Communities (CHSC) is piloting “Kingston Eats Veggies,” a vegetable of the month campaign.
WHAT KIDS SAY ABOUT GOING TO COLLEGE
Last year we interviewed Arlington High School seniors in Dutchess County, NY. They talked about who they are and what they do as well as their plans to navigate getting off to college
Family What is kindness and how to teach your kids about it Family
Children, elementary-school-aged and younger, typically do not grasp abstract concepts like that of 'kindness,' until it's presented to them more concretely and tangibly.
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