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NEWBURY As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, town employees will return to a remote work rotation schedule and the Triton Regional School Districtwill consider suspendingall indoor sporting activities until further notice.

At a Select Board meeting Tuesday night,Newbury police Chief John Lucey shared these updates, which were decided by the town's COVID-19 Unified Command Team.

As of Tuesday, there had been 34 new cases over the previous 14 days,he said.

"From Nov. 19 to Dec. 3, there's been 796 tests administered in Newbury and of those tests, 27 positive cases have been found, which is a 3.39% positive rate," Lucey said.

The flexible remote rotation schedule at Town Hall will begin on Dec. 14 at 8 a.m.

"We had a lot of discussions in light of the second surge," Town Administrator Tracy Blais said. "We're going to try to limit exposures as much as possible while continuing to serve the residents of Newbury in the most effective manner that we can. The flexible work policy will become effective on Dec. 14."

Town employees will rotate between working in the office and working remotely.

"The town staff will be scheduled office times, as well as remote work times," Blais said. "So, we're going to do a similar model as to what we did last March, so that one office will physically be in the building on each floor, one person will be in the library and one person will be in the Council On Aging. We will rotate the personnel in and out of the building."

Additionally, Lucey said he directed Triton Regional School District Superintendent Brian Forget "to suspend all indoor organized sporting activities" at both the middle school and the high school, as well as Newbury Elementary School until further notice.

"That was a difficult decision, as you can imagine," he said. "There was a lot of thought, a lot of processing."

In a follow-up statement, Triton athletic director Tim Alberts said the request to suspend indoor sporting activities will be discussed at the School Committee meeting on Wednesday.

"A decision has not been made yet," he said. "Ive been told the suspension of indoor activities applies to any facilities within the Town of Newbury."

Lucey said the district athletics department put together a "comprehensive, very well thought out plan to try to mitigate, as best as possible, a safe environment for the participants of indoor sports."

With basketball especially, Lucey said there were concerns about how much contact would be involved with the sport.

"In light of the statistics and the direction the state is going in, it seems like an unnecessary risk to allow that," he said.

"We, as the COVID-19 Unified Command Team, will continue to closely monitor situations and adjust Newbury's response to this emergency, solely in what we feel is in the best interest of public health for the town," Lucey said.

G. Mello Disposal Corp. recently shut down the town's transfer station on Boston Road due to staffing issues brought on by precautionary COVID-19 measures.

Blais said there are staff members in quarantine following Thanksgiving, which caused the transfer station to be understaffed.

Until further notice, Newbury residents may use the transfer station at 203 East Main Street on Route 133 in Georgetown and pay the same fees. The Georgetown transfer station is open from Monday to Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from Friday to Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to noon.

For more information, visit http://www.mellodisposal.com/transfer-station.

"Understanding that this does create an inconvenience for some people, we're very appreciative that the residents are willing to adapt in the face of COVID," Blais said.

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The Merriweather Post (local blogger in Howard County) is reporting CA continues to seek an injunction in the never-ending Symphony of Lights dispute. In that post he mentions:

Read the full article with details here: https://www.themerriweatherpost.org/post/ca-continues-to-seek-an-injunction-in-the-never-ending-symphony-of-lights-dispute

Goodness we thought this was behind us.but as a reminder that the Columbia Association did say the following back on November 25th:

I guess they were serious about the does not end this process.

Howard County Executive stated the following back on November 25th about this event:

I wonder what our County Executive thinks of this latest attempt by the Columbia Association to stop this event?

This is a list of the current Columbia Association Board of Directors:

The next Columbia Association Board of Directors Virtual Meeting will be held on December 10th at 7:00pm. See the agenda here: https://www.columbiaassociation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Agenda-December-10-2020-BOD-Mtg.pdf. Maybe we should send them emails to Board.Members.FY21@columbiaassociation.org about this issue in advance of that meeting today?

If interested in what the Columbia Association is trying to stopcheck out these photos from the 2020 Merriweather Symphony of Lights.

Here are some past articles from this blog on this topic: https://scotteblog.com/?s=symphony+of+lights

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Columbia Association continues the legal fight to shut down the Symphony of Lights - scotteblog.com

In all places, then, and in all seasons,

Flowers expand their light and soul-like wings,

Teaching us by most persuasive reasons

How akin they are to human things.

-- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

2020 New Years Tree Resolutions

Often we fail to follow up on most of the resolutions we make each December for the coming year. However, it is still worthwhile to take some time to engage in the thoughtful process of developing goals for various aspects of our lives. Here are some suggestions for honoring and supporting the trees in your yard.

Start learning the species names of your trees.

Examine tree bark for Spotted Lanternfly egg masses.

Schedule at least one visit from a certified arborist to evaluate the health and location of existing trees.

Arrange to have hazardous branches and dead or dangerous trees removed promptly.

Plant more trees, especially native types.

Water all trees faithfully when dry weather arrives.

Protect tree trunks and roots from weed trimmers, lawnmowers, deer damage and winter salt water runoff.

Thank the trees each season for their service: beauty, shade, rainwater management, wildlife support, soil stabilization, oxygen production and dried leaves for mulch to protect and improve soil.

Cardinals at Christmas

A perfect decorative wildlife image for the holidays, the northern cardinal is everywhere this time of year. Images of these gorgeous birds, the males known for their stunning deep red feathers, appear on Christmas cards, yard decorations, tree ornaments, mailboxes, blankets, dinnerware and numerous other items. Are there live ones in your yard? I hope so. James Audubon noted that In richness of plumage, elegance of motion, and strength of song this species surpasses all of its kindred in the United States. As our climate has warmed over the decades, and more and more local homeowners have put out feeders loaded with sunflower seeds, this southern bird has become totally comfortable in northern regions. Your landscape trees will act as forest edges, the preferred habitat for cardinals, while an assortment of other native landscape plants will provide accessible natural food during the growing season.

Do you know?

Our yards are not only a gift to wildlife throughout the year. By planting trees that hold the soil and have foliage canopies that manage rainfall, and by developing and maintaining a yard that is also rich in diverse plantings that foster diverse wildlife, we are contributing to the health and welfare of our neighborhoods and community as well.

Wood ashes from the fireplace or firepit are alkaline and very high in potassium and trace elements. Spread on soil they will reduce its acidity a bit.

Houseplants

These are difficult days for our indoor plants. First, they have been having to adjust to less natural light as the days have grown shorter this month. Secondly, they probably have been temporarily moved from their newly comfortable indoor spots to make temporary room for decorative holiday plants such as poinsettias. Then some of their temporary holiday locations may lack light or be too close to heating vents that reduce desirable humidity. Once the holiday decorations are removed and packed away, take time to consider the best locations for these plants that will be giving you comfort and even some indoor air quality during the winter. Plants that currently or eventually will bloom indoors such as amaryllis bulbs, orchids, African violets and begonias will need at least bright light, but not necessarily full sun, for several hours daily. Foliage plants such as ivy, ferns, succulents, palms, and philodendron, can manage with indirect light. Remember, as the winter progresses, the length and angle of sunlight changes so these locations may have to be adjusted during these months. It is worth the effort though, to help our resident plants to resist pest problems. Then we can enjoy the morale lift that they provide.

2020 Liz Ball

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Town Council holds its regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Dec. 8 in the Conference Center.

Jo Grey

Mayor Anne Harwood and Better Badin, Inc. invite everyone to view the new Christmas tree in the Town Green across from Town Hall. The tree was officially brought to light last Monday evening when Public Works Supervisor Wayne Carter flipped the switch. Carter recently retired following 28 years of service to the Town of Badin. Mayor Harwood expressed the towns appreciation for the unnumbered contributions Carter has made to the town including 28 years of hanging Christmas lights and extended good wishes for a happy retirement.

Details about curbside leaf pickup dates are available at http://www.badin.org.

Morrow Mountain

International Mountain Day will be observed Dec. 11 with a ranger-led 2.8-mile hike to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain. Please meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Bridle Trail parking lot. The trail is very strenuous, and hikers must bring adequate water and should wear sturdy, supportive boots. Plenty of breaks will give time to discuss mountain wildlife, geology and history. Please register by email with Ranger Early: Alden.Early@ncparks.gov.

Read-With-a-Ranger is Dec. 19 from 2-3 p.m. at the Kron House parking lot. This event includes reading The Story of Pinus Palustris: A Longleaf Pine Growing-Up Story, plus a short activity. Register via email: Maggie.miller@ncparks.gov then come and learn about Good Fire.

Seasonal park hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Better Badin, Inc.

The volunteer organization will hold its regular meeting Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m. at Loafers and Legends, Falls Road. All newcomers are welcome to join in helping the group plan for 2021 Badin events.

Cart Parade

The first Badin Jingle Bell Golf Cart and Lawnmower Parade is planned for Dec. 18. Please gather at 6:30 p.m. at the Badin Volunteer Fire Department on NC 740. Refreshments will be served afterwards. Decorations encouraged. Have questions? Call 610-248-2257 or 704-984-3701.

Badin Presbyterian

The church continues gathering indoors for 10 a.m. Sunday worship services. Everyone is asked to wear masks and observe the current seating arrangements. Check the churchs Facebook page for postings by Pastor Dan Wray of additional messages and timely articles of interest.

Stony Hill UMC

Hanging of the Greens took place last Sunday and this Sundays drive-in service will be at 10:30 a.m. The Youth and Children of Stony Hill are presenting a Drive-in Nativity at the church on Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. at 28996 Stony Hill Road.

Pastor Kaye encourages participation in the Giving December drive for Stanly Community Christian Ministries. SCCM Facebook page gives details.

Badin UMC

The churchs traditional Candlelight Christmas Eve service is planned for Dec. 24 at 4 p.m. Special Christmas music and Communion will be included in the service.

Palestine UMC

The Palestine congregation is meeting indoors for Sunday worship at 10 a.m. Everyone is asked to wear masks and observe social distancing guidelines.

Badin News is by Jo Grey. Contact her at Jo.greync@gmail.com at 704-995-2475.

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Potted pansies wilt under a blanket of snow March 14, 2017, in Frederick, Maryland. (Photo by Katherine Frey/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

Potted pansies wilt under a blanket of snow March 14, 2017, in Frederick, Maryland. (Photo by Katherine Frey/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

Photo: 2017 The Washington Post

Potted pansies wilt under a blanket of snow March 14, 2017, in Frederick, Maryland. (Photo by Katherine Frey/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

Potted pansies wilt under a blanket of snow March 14, 2017, in Frederick, Maryland. (Photo by Katherine Frey/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

How to cultivate of tropicals, tender perennials in northernclimates

By Christopher Imler and Sarah Rautio

MSU Extension

Many northern gardeners are using tropical, semitropical and desert plants in outdoor gardens and containers in the summer, but may not realize those same plants can be transferred indoors for the winter.

Bringing tropical plants indoors adds an exotic flair to a northern home, drawing a visitor's eye to lush foliage and unusual shapes. When making that transfer, there are four major things a gardener should assess: temperature, pests, lighting and fertilization/watering.

TEMPERATURE EFFECTS

Tropicals and other cold sensitive perennials must be brought indoors during the winter for two main reasons.

1. They lack the ability to adequately photosynthesis at low temperatures. With less photosynthesis, plants consume and deplete stored energy, which can cause plant death.

2. Cold-sensitive plants cannot prevent ice formation between their tissues during a freezing event in the same way cold tolerant plants can. Even with adequate stored carbohydrates, a single frost may kill a healthy plant.

Tropical and temperate cold-sensitive species should be brought inside well in advance of the first frost. While many plants can survive sustained temperatures below 50 F, relocating them indoors before temperatures drop below 60 F during the day will help reduce any stress from sudden temperature changes.

Michigan's varied climate across the state means there is no single best time in the fall to begin this process. Instead, indoor gardeners should stay updated with their area's weather reports and plan accordingly. Once plants have been brought indoors, they acclimate to their new environment and should remain indoors until frost risk is gone in spring.

PREVENTING PEST PROBLEMS

Containers should be inspected thoroughly before being moved inside. Insects, fungi and bacterial infestations might not be readily apparent and can be hidden in various parts of the plant. For each container, check the undersides of leaves, within the tips of new growth, and just below the surface of potting mix.

In addition to looking for the insects themselves, look for signs of feeding such as chewing, stippling or mottling. Regularly check for the presence of sticky honey dew that sap-feeding insects leave behind, webs created by spider mites, or the exoskeleton remains of insects like aphids.

Insects can be removed by picking, wiping or scraping. Heavy infestations may also need to be treated with an insecticidal spray such as a horticultural oil or soap.

Fungus gnats can be very common hitchhikers of plants that move from the outdoors in. Adult fungus gnats are merely a nuisance, but their larvae in soil can damage roots. The most effective method to get rid of fungus gnats is to use an integrated approach, combining multiple forms of control: Avoid a constantly moist top layer soil of soil by watering from the bottom, use fresh soils, apply predatory nematodes and attach sticky tape to trap adults.

When possible, removing plants from their containers can reveal symptoms of an infected root system. Do so by gently inverting the container while supporting the base of the shoots, patting or massaging the bottom of the pot until the root ball comes free.

A healthy root system will have lighter colored roots and fine root hairs. Unhealthy roots will be darker, may have larvae of harmful insects (e.g., fungus gnats) or may be covered with a thin layer of sticky film. This is also an ideal time to repot the plant into clean, fresh soil.

Although a mildly infested plant may survive, it is not recommended to bring a potential source of pests into the home unless appropriate control measures are taken. If pests are not apparent, keep new indoor plants separate from plants already indoors until you have time to observe them for infestation.

Powdery mildew should be a major consideration when relocating plants since this pathogen is rampant at the end of summer and early fall. If detected, keep the plant in question in the warmest/driest part of the house, limit handling to discourage further spread and apply a compound such as a sulfur-based fungicide to reduce the infection. Heavily infested plants are best discarded, particularly if they show signs of difficult to eliminate pests such as scale.

LIGHT ENVIRONMENT

In winter, the earth is tilted away from the sun on its axis, dramatically changing in-home light environments in northern latitudes. Areas within the home become darker and have less natural light, reducing what is available to plants. Otherwise healthy plants may become weaker and more susceptible to disease if they do not receive adequate sunlight.

Here are some important lighting considerations:

Light coming through a south-facing window will be less intense but may still be too bright for full-shade species like Begonias and Fuchsias.

Areas in the home with minimal natural light should only be used for a gardener's most shade-tolerant plants.

Plants that shed their foliage and go dormant can be placed in cooler, darker areas of the house.

Avoid positioning containers in the direct path of vents and space heaters or in immediate contact with radiative sources of heat. Failure to do so may result in heat or water stress, exacerbating the loss of vigor from other issues (e.g., low light). Exceptions can be made when there is adequate light to sustain the growth and transpiration that a plant normally exhibits.

If there is insufficient natural light, supplementing with LED or fluorescent lighting can help. The primary considerations when selecting a light are (1) sufficient light intensity and (2) high spectral quality -- typically either white light or a mix of red and blue. Gardeners growing under artificial light as a sole source of lighting are best served by selecting bulbs specifically manufactured for sustaining plant growth.

For the budget-conscious, using compact fluorescent bulbs or small LED fixtures is a good compromise over more expensive growing lights. Incandescent bulbs are not recommended due to their low efficiency and high heat output, which can burn plant leaves.

It is also important to consider the total time of available light in a 24-hour period. Many plants use perceived daylength as a cue for developing their flowers. These plants are referred to as photoperiodic. In Michigan, daylight falls under 12 hours starting in mid-September.

Bringing cold-sensitive varieties of fall blooming species, such as kalanchoe, indoors at this time may help extend their lifespan, but providing more than 12 hours of artificial light runs the risk of inhibiting the production of flowers. This can be avoided by not growing them under natural light, but instead setting light timers to turn on after the sun rises and off before the sun sets.

FERTILIZING, WATERING

Shade tolerant herbaceous perennials such as palms, philodendrons, colocasias and arums may continue to put on new growth and may still require some fertilization during winter months. In contrast, succulents, tender woody ornamentals and other slow growers may need less fertilizer and should especially not be fed prior to moving.

As a rule of thumb, plants that are not actively unfolding leaves or elongating their stems (e.g., succulents) do not need fertilizer.

Additionally, avoid fertilizing plants that appear to have gone into dormancy. During dormancy, plants do not use nutrients at their typical rate, so adding fertilizer can stress the roots by increasing salinity to intolerable concentrations. Ferns are particularly sensitive to overfertilization and should be fed sparingly if fed at all.

Plants under artificial lighting or in warm, sunny spots may benefit from some fertilizer albeit a reduced feeding schedule. For these plants, begin with one-fourth the amount of water-soluble fertilizer and slowly increase if plant growth rate accelerates.

Lastly, avoid over-watering indoor plants. As with fertilization, plants not growing as rapidly as they would outdoors do not require as much water. Allowing the top layer of soil to dry down in between watering will ensure that the potting mix stays aerated, giving roots ample oxygen to survive.

This article was published by Michigan State University Extension. For more information, visit extension.msu.edu.

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TWICE Staff Published: December 9, 2020

ProSource announced that it will be featuring vendor partner American Lightings Proluxe line of specification-grade linear and task lighting products at its Lighting Technology and Learning Center at the Dallas Market Center, set to open in Q1, 2021.

Our products are the result of innovation, research, and attention to detail, commented Jennifer Kirkpatrick, National Sales Manager, Residential Lighting at American Lighting. They light the most prestigious spaces and architectural works of art, create atmospheres, and arouse emotions. With over 30 years of experience developing and engineering LED products, our passion for technology and design drives us to deliver products that allow people to perform at their best.

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Information on becoming a ProSource member is available from Sherry Dantonio, Senior Director of Education and Member Recruitment, at (562) 810-1706 or Sherry.Dantonio@Prosourceinfo.com.

See also: BrandSource Announces Virtual Format For Summit 2021

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By Jim Hummel| The Hummel Report

Andrew Bai and Krista Little picked the date for their wedding more than a year ago: Dec. 12, 2020 in Providence.

They chose the date because it is Littles grandmothers birthday. The couple, who live in Foxboro, chose Providence because its where they had their first date nearly six years ago. They planned to send out 150 invitations, figuring 125 people would probably wind up going.

Then the pandemic arrived in March, and throughout the spring and summer they watched as Gov. Gina Raimondo repeatedly reduced the number of people allowed at events.

We kept pushing forward, said Bai, who works in downtown Providence. We really want to get married so we kept the date and adjusted accordingly.

But in early November, the maximum they could have for an indoor wedding decreased from 50 to 25, and they had some tough decisions to make. We had set our own point-of-no-return date, which was late September/early October.

Bai had heard Raimondo say at one of her weekly briefings that if someone had an event planned already, to apply for a waiver.

They applied on Nov. 9, but didnt hear anything for weeks. The lack of communication with the government and everyone that is trying to do these events is incredible, Bai said. People have booked hotel rooms, we did final payments for our vendors and we still dont know if we can have a wedding. Its extremely frustrating.

Then came the pause which meant no events of any size indoors fromNov. 30 to Dec. 13, at least. Although their wedding would fall within the time of the restrictions,Bai and Little still had hope they might get a waiver as they had submitted detailed plans.

Finally, onFriday they were rejected.

That was a punch to the gut, Bai said, adding that the mixed messages from state and local officials was baffling. If you were going to deny us anyway, why give us this ray of hope?

Bai and Little have decided to go ahead and get married. They submitted the wedding license at FoxboroTown Hall on Monday and will get married at nearby Patriot Place Saturday in a small ceremony, followed by dinner with family. But they didnt want to cancel on the vendors who have ridden the roller coaster with them the past six months.

So theyll still have the reception in Providence when it is clear to hold events again. Im not doing this again;Im not going to bump it out two more months and things arent where theyre supposed to be and we have to do it again and again, Bai said.

On Saturday, Little is not wearing her wedding dress and Bai is not wearing the new, tailor-made suit for him and his groomsman. Theyre going to save that for the reception.

Were going to have a hell of a party when this finally does happen and well make light of it then, but right now in the current moment this has been a nightmare.

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Submitted by The Lopez Island Grange

The Lopez Island Grange is looking sharp these days after a long-awaited paint job. The exterior paint had begun to peel off in many places, and some siding and sills had begun to exhibit rot. New boards were ordered to replace the siding, sills were repaired, and the entire building was scraped and painted. The Grange began fundraising for the project several years ago and it was completed this October. It was a real community effort to see this project through, and we are grateful to the contractors, businesses, donors, and islanders who helped make it happen, says Grange Master Sue DuMond.

The Lopez Island Grange was built by Joe and John Burt in 1903 and originally served as Center School, one of four schools on the island. When the district consolidated in the 1940s, Lopez Grange #1060 assumed ownership and has stewarded it ever since. The Grange has hosted teen nights, tap classes, weddings, funeral receptions, square dances, family gatherings, meetings, classes and so much more. At the Grange, you can really feel the heartbeat of our community says executive committee member Kelsey Nelsen. Weve managed to maintain this historic building as a vital part of island life for over a hundred years and with this restoration work, we hope to see it into its next hundred. The new paint job is the first step in a bigger restoration project. Next steps include repairing the foundation, weatherization, and installing energy-efficient heat pumps.

Lopez Island Grange would like to thank the following contractors and businesses for their donations, hard work, and attention to detail in painting and restoring the beautiful 117-year-old Grange building: Colby White Construction and Maintenance, Liz Scranton Custom Wood Finishes, Joel & June Arnold at Sunset Builders, Doug Poole at Sage Building Solutions, Phelps Construction and Chrisanne Galvez. Funding for the project came from The San Juan County Historical Preservation Grant Fund, many donors on IndieGoGo and the Lopez Island community, and visitors who donated and attended Grange events and contributed to the ongoing building maintenance and restoration fund. More info: http://www.lopezislandgrange.org.

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Introducing Clarence Claus a.k.a Black Santa. Jacquelyn Rodgers had the vision for Greentop Gifts when she was just a young impressionable mind watching her mother paint holiday figurines to look like her family for the holidays. Rodgers wanted her son to feel the same representation when he looked at the jolly figure. So she decided to make her own!

Like thousands of other business, this year, Greentop Gifts suffered sluggish sales during the onset of the COVID 19 pandemic. But Rodgers was able to secure a grant from Visa & iFundwomen and Beyonces BEYGOOD foundation that allowed her to keep the family business going during their busiest time of year.

We caught up with Rodgers as she rolls out (get it) new Black angel wrapping paper and pajamas for the whole family.

HelloBeautiful: What inspired you to create GreentopGiftsand theBlack Santa Claus wrapping paper collection?

Jacquelyn Rodgers: Growing up I remember my mother putting Christmas trees in every corner of our house, painting angels and Santa figurines to look like our family for the holidays. We created memories from those moments and those memories are part of the inspiration behind GreentopGifts. I wanted my son to see images that looked like him. When I couldnt find wrapping paper in the stores I just decided to make my own and it turned it something so much bigger than just something I wanted for my son.

HB: Tell me how receiving the Visa & IFundwomen Grant Program for Black Women-Owned businesses kept your business afloat during the pandemic.

JR: We were able to use the Visa & iFundwomen and Beyonces BEYGOOD grants to continue to pay and work with contractors that help keep GreentopGifts going in our busiest season. We are super grateful for these programs that allowed us to keep our business running in the midst of the pandemic.

HB: How has your Black Santa Claus character Clarence Claus helped young children find themselves in the character?

JR: Its so important for children to see images that look like them. In the shows they watch, the books they read and even in celebrations! We hear stories from parents saying their children were starting to question why Santa didnt look like them and our items helped to fill that void. Its so important for all children to see diverse images, not just black and brown children.

HB: What other products do you offer that promote diversity?

JR: We recently released our newest collection with a Black Angel wrapping paper.We are also working on items for other celebrations that will be released in early 2021!

HB: When did you first feel represented by products like this in the marketplace and how did a lack of representation affect your outlook on the holidays?

JR: Growing up I remember my mom buying wrapping paper with Black Santas. But over the years they became harder and harder to find. Its annoying to see rows and rows of merchandise during the holiday season with very limited diversity. Our spending power is so large and to think we are underrepresented continuously is disappointing.

HB: Favorite holiday tradition?

JR: Our favorite holiday tradition is going to taking our kids to see the Black Santa Claus in our hometown every year. We love seeing how much our kids have grown each year.

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