Rabbits, chicks and ducklings are popular Easter gifts, but their novelty can quickly wear off. Consider an abandoned dog or cats instead.
Whether it's your favorite restaurant or retailer, here’s a look at what’s open in your town on Easter.
Hard-boiled eggs decorated for an Easter egg hunt may be edible under certain circumstances, but it’s better not to trust them, USDA says.
Easter traditions go on with a mix of in person and virtual events across the country.
Seder meals will be held in-person and virtually as the Jewish holiday Passover begins this weekend.
Why its themes of renewal and healing matter.
Four reasons to be grateful to your liver.
Places where St. Patrick's Day parades are big events take different approaches a year after the virus forced last-minute cancellations.
How states observe the day differently. Plus: one city that puts up a statue of every former president in its downtown.
Americans are finding ways to celebrate despite so much heartache and isolation brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
An epidemiologist explains a few facts of life.
Valentine’s Day was reimagined by chivalrous medieval poets for all to be enjoyed, respectfully.
Volunteering and supporting food banks in your area are among the ways to show kindness on Feb. 17.
Be like Phil the Weatherman and try some mindfulness.
Jan. 18 will mark the first of six free-admission days at the nation’s 63 national parks in 2021.
When cringeworthy gifts are worse than inconsiderate.
The U.S. Postal Service said it was “experiencing unprecedented volume increases and limited employee availability" due to COVID-19.
While you celebrate Christmas at home, see when Santa Claus and his reindeer might arrive in your town.
Christmas family gatherings and packed prayers that typically mark the holiday were scaled back or canceled altogether due to COVID-19.
If ever there was a year to toast drawing to an end, it’s 2020.
If you need a pick-me-up, we've got you covered. Patch readers submitted their kids' letters to Santa, and they are sure to make you smile.
Even just a holiday card can lifts the spirits in what has become a bummer of a year.
Saying goodbye to a year we’d like to forget doesn’t have to be boring. Here’s how to celebrate New Year's safely in the United States.
Public health officials are calling on Americans to stay home this Christmas. If you can’t, here are a few tips to enjoy the holiday safely.
Americans are still encouraged to stay home this Christmas — but should you opt to travel, planning ahead will help you avoid surprises.
Skipping the big dinner this Christmas? Here are some restaurants that will do the work for you this year.
Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions from Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and more.
During a recent children's town hall, the country's top infectious disease expert said he provided Santa with the COVID-19 vaccine.
Due to the pandemic, Americans will be settling in front of the television to watch their favorite holiday movies this year.
When winter cold settles in across the U.S., the alleged “War on Christmas” heats up.
Why the gospels disagree over the circumstances of Christ’s birth.
U.S. consumers are more likely to pick a real Christmas tree this year. Here’s how to keep your tree and your family safe from tree fires.
We asked Patch readers to submit photos of their handmade gingerbread house creations. Here are some of our favorites.
Shopping online can be a safer way to surprise your loved ones with gifts they’ll love, and Capital One Shopping is here to help you save.
What to know about the Jewish Festival of Lights. Included: Why it starts on a different night every year.
Here's a toast to the most popular Christmas drinks across the United States.
Show us a picture of your child's handwritten letter to Santa to spread some holiday joy this year.
Package thefts are a growing problem as online shopping explodes. Here are a few ways to prevent becoming a victim.
Need a break from holiday shopping? This list of incredible, editor-chosen charities is filled with worthy causes that need your support.
The Patch Holiday Food Drive raises money for Feeding America's 200 member food banks and the 60,000 food pantries and meal programs served.