The National Christmas Tree Association maintains data on Americans and their Christmas tree spending habits. In 2014, the group revealed the average cost of a real tree was $39.50, and the ...

A traditional Pennsylvania Dutch Christmas on the Farm – complete with the Belsnickel, speculaas cookies, handmade Christmas tree ornaments and more – was brought to life December 1 at the ...

When talking to the director of Kutztown’s American Folklife Institute, Richard Shaner spoke of last year’s Easter egg tree decorated at the Hendel House, a residential museum on Centre… ...

The holidays are filled with history — from tree cuttings, decorations and gift exchanges to caroling and family gatherings. And, of course, no holiday tradition would be complete without food ...

Here's a brief look at the history and traditions of Christmas in Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Upside-down Christmas tree. Many have claimed that Pennsylvania Germans brought the idea of the ...

Will the drought in Pennsylvania impact your fresh-cut Christmas tree? Farmers plan well in advance for years like this and the impact on their crop. THE ANSWER FROM A FARMER.

Frank Knerr, 89, recalled his earliest Christmas memories, those that unfolded in the log cabin nestled under snow-covered trees above the tiny village of Schwenksville. A fire crackled in the larg… ...

PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Looking for the perfect Christmas tree for this holiday season? Below is a list of Christmas tree farms in the central Pennsylvania region that offer cut-your-own trees for ...

Visitors to the Berks History Center’s recent Easter open house had a chance to learn about egg decorating traditions and more. About 150 attended the free event, which was open to people of all ...

Almost every American whose family roots predate the American Revolution has fond memories of yuletide folkways, sharing with their family, the warmth and joy experienced living in a real life &#82… ...

Meet the Belsnickel, a Pa. Dutch Christmas legend who has more than coal for naughty kids. Updated: Dec. 13, 2023, 1:57 p.m. ... instead of placing them under the Christmas tree.