Holidays

During Passover, it's best to stock up on matzah early, especially in a state like New Hampshire."Jews don't move to New Hampshire for the Jewish…

With the holiday season in full swing, many turn to their religion for traditions and spiritual meaning. But for a growing segment of Americans, there’s…

From President’s Day to Veteran’s Day, federal holidays are often an excuse for a day off and mattress sales. On today’s show: the history guys tell us…

Thursday, Nov. 22th9:00 - 10:00 am: Giving Thanks 2012With music and stories for Thanksgiving, host John Birge creates a thoughtful, contemporary…

Friday, Dec. 7th9:00 - 10:00 pm: Hanukkah Lights 2012A perennial NPR favorite, Hanukkah Lights features Hanukkah stories and memoirs written by acclaimed…

Monday, Dec. 31st9:00 - 10:00 am: The Exchange – People of the YearNoon - 1:00 pm: A Season’s Griot 2012Hosted for the last 19 years by acclaimed…

A favorite children’s book I loved when my kids were young was The Night Tree by Eve Bunting. First published in 1991, the now 20-year-old story relates…

Produced by Avishay ArtsyWord of Mouth revisits a Christmas classic; producer Avishay Artsy speaks with contemporary editors about the significance of…

The publishing industry stayed afloat this year by designing and selling books for e-reader; those devices jumped from novelty items to the mainstream.…

Whether you’re listening to a Glee Christmas, or you’re stuck on Perry Como, whatever paints your peppermint, Christmas music is in the ear – or maybe…