A new article says that it doesn’t work when parents nag you about something, but it doesn’t stop them from doing so anyways. What do your parents still nag you about?
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THE FEED: Christmas Weekend At The Movies
Every Wednesday Kevin is joined by Nick Johnston, TV and Film writer for Vanyaland.com. This week Nick has a few streaming movies to check out and two big releases hitting theatres. A biopic of an iconic singer who is no longer with us, plus a 3 hour movie that you won’t want to take your parents to.
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I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! 90% of Millennials will do this during the holiday season
All week I have tickets to PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” coming to Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport January 17th and 18th.
Answer my trivia question correctly every day at 4pm to try and win. Here was today’s if you missed it:
Q: 90% of Millennials will do this during the holiday season
A:Â Help a family member with a tech gift
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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Darien Students Will Help With Gift Wrapping
This can be a stressful week. Lots of last minute shopping, running errands, and wrapping. So much wrapping. If you want to take that part of the week off your plate there’s a group of students in Darien who can help.
The Depot Youth Center has been wrapping gifts for people for the past few weeks. They’ve done over 500 so far! Such a great way to help the community.
If you need so help and want to avoid those paper cuts here’s all the info.
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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do people kiss under the mistletoe?
Kissing under the mistletoe might not be as popular these past few years because of COVID and all, but it seems to be back. People have been kissing under the decoration for years and it all dates back to Norwegian mythology. Frigg, the goddess of love, promised to kiss anyone who passed under the berry-laden plant after it saved her son’s life.
Then in fast forward to the 18th century, that’s when the Christmas tradition started to catch on in England.
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Anna & Raven’s Helluva Story: The Lost Dog
Diana shared her Helluva Story with Anna & Raven about how she single-handedly stopped an illegal puppy mill! Listen to the podcast on how she did it. Have a “Helluva Story” too? Head to AnnaandRaven.com.
Things to Know: December 21st
Dry through midday Thursday-Very stormy Thursday night & Friday! WTNH
The Place 2 Be: Modern, chic all-day brunch restaurant opens New Haven location WTNH
Wednesday Warrior: Local teens organize annual toy drive for foster families WTNH
What to do if you can’t find Children’s Tylenol in Connecticut WTNH
These new Connecticut laws take effect on Jan. 1 WTNH
Look out for these 4 changes affecting Connecticut residents’ wallets in 2023 WTNH
Nyberg – Thames River Heritage Park offering unique boat tours this summer WTNH
Branford cookbook shows families how to optimize food pantry items WTNH
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THE FEED: Getting Festive With Pop-ups & Igloos
Every Tuesday Kevin talks all things food with Alex from CT FoodGirly. With Christmas coming up this weekend and Hannukah starting we thought it would be fun to looks at some of the holiday pop-up bars, restaurants, and igloos to have a festive time this week and weekend.
Christmas Pop Ups:
Cava, Southington: Winter Spectacular since 2008: Each of the restaurant’s four dining areas features a unique theme. Never repeat a theme!
Riley’s, Stratford: Miracle Christmas- themed pop up bar, 27th-30th. Opens at 4PM, for holiday cocktails and appetizers. Super cute cups, festive spot – Make reservations!
Via, New Haven: Christmas wonderland inside. String lights and colorful garland everywhere. They have new Christmas-themed cocktails to try.
Igloos:
Dockside, Milford: Book on opentable.
Christmas-themed igloos for parties up to 6 people. Super cute, definitely a fun experience if you’ve never been in one!
Aquila’s Nest Vineyard, Newtown: Beautiful colorful and flower-filled igloos. They’re also hosting a gingerbread making event this Thursday and Sunday. So you can sip and decorate!Â
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I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT! On average people say anything over 20 is too many people for this occasion
All week I have tickets to PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” coming to Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport January 17th and 18th.
Answer my trivia question correctly every day at 4pm to try and win. Here was today’s if you missed it:
Q: On average people say anything over 20 is too many people for this occasion.
A: New Year’s Eve Party
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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Determined Mother And Daughter Use Positive Thinking To Get Home After Cancelled Flight
This is a story that will restore your faith in humanity. In this world that seems to be more and more divided stories like this always come around to give us hope and that feel good feeling.
It all came from positive thinking. Alanah and Renee a mother and daughter duo were trying to get home on a 7:00 PM flight from Orlando to Knoxville only to have their flight delayed, and then cancelled. The airline insisted there was no promises they would be able to get another flight.
Meanwhile, there were others on the flight who were having the exact same issue. 13 of them to be specific. Everyone had important things to do the next day. Interviews, meetings, speeches. They couldn’t afford to miss. Alanah and Renee bonded with the fellow stranded strangers so much that they all decided to put their money together and rent a passenger van to drive them all home. 650 miles, and a 10 hour drive later they were back in Knoxville in time for their appointments the next day.
Crazy! The power of positive thinking and determination. They posted a fun video of it all too which you can check out here.
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