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From the Editor’s Desk
Businesses, especially those serving families in-person, have struggled because they have had to close or can’t be open to capacity, as we wrote about in our November issue.

Give so they can give back
When a state of emergency was declared last spring, not only did local businesses close and unemployment rates rise, but many charities were left without the ability to raise donations via in-person events.

Family-friendly holiday fun
New Hampshire businesses, groups and organizations are bringing you some creative and socially distanced events this holiday season. Be sure to get tickets in advance if possible and be familiar with the COVID-19 protocols that will be in place.

Gift guide 2O2O
Garmin’s latest kids’ fitness tracker, the Vivofit jr. 3, is available in a range of colors, including Disney and Marvel themes. It makes a great holiday gift for kiddos who love to move.

WE ASK PARENTS: What’s your wish for 2O21?
With the longest year of many people’s lives finally coming to a close, we asked Granite State parents: What’s your wish for your family for the New Year? What are you looking forward to? Here’s what some folks are hoping to experience as we head into 2021.

Resource Guide
The New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities has compiled this listing to help people with disabilities and their families find the information, services, and supports they need..

Tips for staying healthy
Health experts are advising people to stay home as much as they can to stay safe from the coronavirus pandemic and slow its spread. This is especially important for those at higher risk, including people with cancer.

Step boldly
Twenty-twenty comes screaming to an end, a confusing, raging inferno of a year. This was a year that will be talked about only in hushed whispers by future generations.

Never a Dull Moment
She and I have muddled through the life-threatening global pandemic while hunkering down together in our modest home. Realistically, things haven’t been that much different for us.

The grinch who stole 2O2O
We have a few weeks yet before our year comes to a close We’ll have to wait for a vaccine, and hope for the best — I suppose.