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A December Reset, Advent Traditions, and Holiday Magic Begins ✨
New month, new mercies—here’s your cozy start to December.
Happy Monday, Valley Moms!
❄️ Fun Fact: Did you know December was once the 10th month of the year?
In the ancient Roman calendar, the year began in March, meaning December literally means “the tenth month.” When January and February were added later, December stayed put… but kept its name.
A little calendar chaos to kick off the season.🥧
Happy December, Valley Moms!
There’s something special about the first week of December—the quiet thrill of a fresh month, the anticipation of Advent, and that collective deep breath before the true holiday rush sets in.
This is your gentle reminder to start slow.
Light a candle.
Read a verse.
Drink something warm while your kids shake the ornaments they’re not supposed to touch.
Let the season come to you before you sprint into it.
However you begin Advent this year, may it be marked by peace, intention, and the comforting reminder that Christ meets us right where we are—messy houses, busy schedules, and all. 💛
🔗 Featured on the Site
🍂 Guide: Fall & Winter in the Valley — everything you should know about fall and winter in the Valley!
🎁 Guide: Valley Moms Gift Guide — Your go-to list of local favorites, thoughtful finds, and family-friendly gift ideas for everyone on your list. From stocking stuffers to experiences, it’s all about meaningful gifts that support small businesses.
❄️ Blog: Winter Fun for Families in the Wenatchee Valley — Ice skating, sledding, and cold-weather fun for all ages
🎄 Blog: Winter & Christmas in the Valley — A festive roundup of parades, markets, and family traditions.
✨ Blog: Winter Magic Around Wenatchee — Local lights, cozy spots, and twinkling experiences that make the season bright.
🎅 How Santa Can Point to Jesus — A gentle, thoughtful guide for weaving faith into your Christmas traditions.
🎲 Family Fun Pick
If you need a Thanksgiving or Christmas-week game that works for the cousins, the grandparents, and everyone in between… Family Showdown is SUCH a hit. It’s a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud tournament-style game where families compete in mini challenges—think trivia, silly tasks, quick competitions, and team energy.
It’s easy to learn, fun for all ages, and way better than letting everyone scatter to screens after dinner.
Perfect for:
✔️ Thanksgiving gatherings
✔️ Snow days
✔️ Christmas breaks
✔️ Family game nights where you want zero prep and maximum fun
🗓️ Events Roundup: December 1-7
Here are just a few highlights from your weekly Valley lineup:
• Dec 1 | 5 PM — Mom Mingle Monday @ Inspirations Ceramic + Art Café
Paint a holiday cookie plate & enjoy a cozy night with fellow moms.
• Dec 2 | 6–8 PM — Bingo Night @ Yonder East
Sip cider, win prizes, and enjoy a relaxed night out.
• Dec 3 | 6–7:30 PM — Give & Grow Series: Meet the BCBAs @ The Mother’s Garden
Learn practical tools for smoother routines & meet the team.
• Dec 3 | 6 PM — Christmas Wreath Workshop @ Cascadia Taphouse
Create a beautiful wreath with Lilies of the Valley.
• Dec 4–6 | 5:30–8:30 PM — Journey to Bethlehem @ SDA Church
A walk-through nativity experience with live actors, music & more.
• Dec 4 | 6–8 PM — Wings ’N Wishes Tree Lighting @ East Wenatchee City Hall
Santa’s Village, stories, giveaways & the tree lighting ceremony.
December 5 Events
• Friends of the Cashmere Library Winter Book Sale
• Little Black Dress Party @ Wenatchee Convention Center
December 6 Events
• Cowboy Brunch With Santa — Douglas Fairgrounds
• Gingerbread Bash — Wenatchee Nazarene Church
• Holiday Family Fun — Wenatchee Valley Museum
• Sourdough for Beginners — Prey’s Fruit Barn
• Hot Cocoa & Spiced Cider Bombs Workshop — Milepost Brewing
• Handel’s Messiah Community Sing-Along — Wenatchee HS
• The Second City Improv — Numerica PAC
• The Sugarplums’ Candy Cane Christmas — Leavenworth Festhalle
Spotlight: Valley Moms Community Calendar
Our new Community Calendar is live! It’s your one-stop shop for local happenings, from concerts to kid activities, workshops, and fairs.
Moms: Bookmark it and check back weekly for fresh events.
Local businesses/organizations: Submit your events directly — we’d love to feature them!
🧃 Kids’ Corner
🎨 Christmas Kindness Countdown
Cut 24 slips of festive paper, write one simple act of kindness on each (“hold the door,” “draw a picture for Grandma,” “share a toy”), link them into a chain, and tear one off each day until Christmas.
A sweet way to keep hearts focused on giving.
📚 Book Pick: Pick a Pine Tree
The perfect December read-aloud to celebrate tree-decorating traditions.
Our Mom of the Month for December is…Jolene H.!
Here’s what one of her dear friends had to say about her:
“Where to even begin about Jolene. My dear friend is a supportive wife, an intentional mama to her sweet boys, an amazing business owner (Mama Jo), and the most loyal friend. She gives 100% to everything she takes on and always has a listening ear and helping hands ready. It’s been such a gift raising my girls alongside of Jolene raising her boys. Even while she was pregnant herself she was there for me through my difficult pregnancies. She is simply the best and the mom’s version of a “girls’ girl.” You can find a true friend, listener and cheerleader in Jolene. ”
Congrats, Alyssa! Enjoy a tasty treat from The Mother’s Garden LLC, Beau & Co., The Skin Ritual, and Coffee Caboose!
💛 Mom Life Pick of the Week
Blog: How Santa Can Point to Jesus
Creating meaningful rhythms doesn’t have to be elaborate. This week’s featured blog offers simple, heart-centered ideas to help your family slow down, connect, and build Christ-centered traditions all month long.
December Bible Verse of the Month
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” — John 1:5
As Advent begins, we remember that hope isn’t something we muster—it’s Someone who came near. Let this season draw you back to the quiet expectation of Christ’s arrival.
🗳️ This Week’s Poll
What are you most excited for this December? |
👯♀️ Keep up with us @valley_moms on IG. Send comments and suggestions to [email protected].
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