Whether you've done them dozens of times or are going to try them for the first time, here are 15 seasonal SouthCoast things every Christmas lover must do.
Guest writer Jessica Machado says kids 12 and older are often forgotten when it comes to holiday toy drives, and she's comprised a list of things to donate.
Dartmouth resident Pete Lantz has cranked his holiday spirit up to 11 by giving kids direct contact to the North Pole, thanks to the 'Elf Overnight Express.'
It may not exactly be a trick, but it is a way to ensure you enjoy a beautiful, real Christmas tree without having to get it way too early: simply tag it.