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Christmas

The holiday season is here, and MNN wants you to be prepared. We've compiled everything from recipes to decorations to gift ideas to make your Christmas season fun, green and affordable. Remember: Check back often for new photo galleries and stories — and enjoy the season. (Photo: net_efekt/Flickr)

Articles about Christmas

How to create less waste during the holidays

Fri, Dec 16 2011 at 1:57 PM

Follow our guide to a less-wasteful holiday season and give a gift to the planet this year.
Vintage Fridays: Sparkly accessories from the past bring antique bling to holiday parties

Fri, Dec 16 2011 at 9:35 AM

Add a glow or a pop of starshine to your holiday or New Year's celebrations.
Jesus toasters sell big at Christmas

Fri, Dec 16 2011 at 9:19 AM

If you'd like your eggs with a side of Jesus on whole wheat, you can get that.
Gift-giving surprise: More isn't always better

Fri, Dec 16 2011 at 9:17 AM

While it may seem that giving more gifts is better, adding a cheaper 'stocking stuffer' to an expensive present diminished the perceived value of the overall package in the recipient's eyes.
What are the origins of some classic Christmas songs?

Fri, Dec 16 2011 at 8:55 AM

We've got the scoop on Hollywood songwriters, a French poet and a Russian-born Jew.
Top photos: See falcons in action, a lunar eclipse and a whole lot of Santas

Thu, Dec 15 2011 at 5:01 PM

The top environmental photos of the week.
5 easy homemade food gifts

Thu, Dec 15 2011 at 3:59 PM

Few gifts are more appreciated than homemade treats.
Delicious vegan nogs for your holiday fiestas

Thu, Dec 15 2011 at 3:45 PM

Save fat and calories with these tasty, nondairy 'egg nogs.'
Mary Washington's gingerbread recipe

Thu, Dec 15 2011 at 2:30 PM

This recipe has been handed down through the generations and was a favorite of our first president, George Washington.
Watch: Matt Damon as Santa for clean water

Thu, Dec 15 2011 at 2:06 PM

Actor dresses up in this hilarious PSA to promote his Water.org charity.

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Christmas

Articles about Christmas

How to create less waste during the holidays

Vintage Fridays: Sparkly accessories from the past bring antique bling to holiday parties

Jesus toasters sell big at Christmas

Gift-giving surprise: More isn't always better

What are the origins of some classic Christmas songs?

Top photos: See falcons in action, a lunar eclipse and a whole lot of Santas

5 easy homemade food gifts

Delicious vegan nogs for your holiday fiestas

Mary Washington's gingerbread recipe

Watch: Matt Damon as Santa for clean water

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