Non-Food Holiday Traditions
DIY Photo Ornaments. Have everyone pick their favorite 5-10 photos from the year and let the creative juices flow with decorating! Make unique ornaments or even a holiday wreath.
Family Give-Back Date. Choose a time that the whole family can volunteer their time to the community or a non-profit organization. These acts of kindness will make the holiday season grander for someone less fortunate.
Holiday Game Night! Invite family, friends, neighbors, and/or co-workers over for an evening of holiday board or card games. This can be a great bonding tradition that brings people together and is filled with tons of laughter and joy!
Dance Party. Yes, this sounds a little silly, and it is, but it's also fun! Turn up the music and have a family dance party to your favorite holiday music. The movement is good for the body, the laughter and smiles are suitable for the soul, and the memories made will last a lifetime!
Write letters or send care packages. Making holiday cards and care packages and sending them to children in hospitals, seniors in nursing homes, or the military who are serving can be a powerful way to spread holiday cheer.