The frenzied shopping and buffet of buttery sweets I could do without, but around Christmas, the one tradition I look forward to is picking out, propping up, and decorating a live Christmas tree. There is nothing like the smell of a fresh-cut fir in your living room, and nothing thaws my grinch-sized heart better than stringing lights and hanging sentimental ornaments from the past with my brood.
Help benefit the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer by entering the first annual Rooties for Hooties Cornhole Tournament at Rootie's Sports Bar and Grille, 12205 Westport Road on Friday, October 22, 2010. Show up for happy hour, and sign up beginning at 5:30 p.m. The blind draw, double-elimination tournament begins at 6:30 p.m., and happy hour lasts until 7:00. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winning team, items will be raffled, and each participant receives a door prize.
