Hard to believe, but it’s almost the time of year when we deck the halls for festive fun. So it’s time to start thinking of this year’s presents, parties, and decorations. In addition to an artificial Christmas tree, decorative Christmas window lights are some of our favorite holiday decorations. Decorating […]
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Holiday Lights Group Asks City To Take Over For 2021
Uptown Park Ridge is illuminated for the holiday season with string lights carefully wrapped around trees and hanging from branches during Winterfest. (Journal file photo) Park Ridge’s Winterfest celebration, traditionally held the Friday after Thanksgiving, combines the kickoff for the holiday shopping season for the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce, […]
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How fairy lights got cool, and why we need them all year round
“Anything that promotes relaxation and nurtures hibernation mode in a positive way is welcome in our home,” she says. “Fairy lights are a simple decorative touch, but bring playfulness to a room. It doesn’t matter what age you are. I experience the same sense of awe and delight when I enter […]
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Control Your Exterior Lights With the New Outdoor Smart Plug From Lutron
The new outdoor smart plug from Lutron is heat, dust, and water resistant. A new partnership with Ring is also announced. One of the most powerful smart lightning control systems in the world—Lutron Caséta—is getting a new gadget for 2021 after the company took the wraps off a new outdoor […]
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After dark year, Marysville tower lights up for the holidays
MARYSVILLE — After a tough year, city leaders hope the tradition of lighting up the Marysville water tower brings joy to those who pass by this holiday season. Last year the lights were not on display for the first time in decades. Crews could not safely get to the lights […]
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Subdued ceremony’s lights still draw a crowd | Local News
A tree-lighting ceremony early Thursday night wasn’t quite what Mindy Stohs and friends expected, but they helped keep the tradition alive. “We saw on Facebook that it wasn’t canceled, so we came,” Stohs said. “Since we’re here, there’s lights going and music playing, so we can still enjoy it.” Stohs […]
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Buy Christmas decorations online at Festival of Trees and Lights
This year’s event won’t be the same due to the pandemic, but there’s one silver lining: You can shop from the comfort of your couch. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — If you haven’t started decorating for the holidays, now is the time. The Festival of Trees and Lights is coming to you […]
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Geomagnetic storm may bring Northern Lights show to parts of the U.S.
Some might be in for an incredible surprise on Monday and Tuesday nights as the Northern Lights may make another appearance over portions of the United States. Stargazers took to social media early on Monday morning to share that they saw the Northern Lights for the first time in their […]