Dec. 10—Here in Hunt County, Texas, quintessential Christmastime scenes of picturesque snow-blanketed neighborhoods are something of a rarity. For this reason, it's not uncommon for families to start ...

For over three decades, Connie and Bill Emarine kept adding to the winter village of Dickens-era buildings they displayed in their Rancho Bernardo home. It grew from a few buildings to nearly four ...

Kick off the Christmas season with Dickens in Dundee, now in its 37th year. The annual festival begins on Friday, Dec. 6, with tree lighting ceremonies in both villages. Learn more at ...