Gifts from above: The Lake Elmo Inn's tradition of exchanging a drink for an ornament

The Lake Elmo Inn's Christmas trees begin every year naked. The lonely twinkle lights that adorn their bare branches do little to help them stand out against the holiday decorations that will embellish the remainder of the restaurant once the season begins.

Scoring Sunday's Nuptials: Are We Done Yet? [Altarcations]

# altarcations Phyllis Nefler has had a very long wedding season. But she's back! Join Phyllis as she soothes her bruised feet in a balm made of equal parts scorn, envy, and four-cheese artichoke dip. Let's score the Times' Wedding Section! More »

Book review: 'Be Thrifty'

The book 'Be Thrifty' reads like a multi-author blog, but it's more portable.

Dreaming of a White Christmas?

IT'S never too early to get ready for Christmas, so here are the top ten spots to spend the festive season this year - perfect for an early pressie.

Child support 'will put me on street'

Child support debt may force a Nelson man to live on the streets.