Christmas Presentation Ideas to Boost Your Parties and Events

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Are you assigned to organize your Christmas party? Presentations are a great way to cover up for the time and to keep the guests entertained. To keep your event fun and lively, here are some Christmas presentations ideas that you can try.

1. Christmas Caroling – Choose the best singers in your group and sing Christmas song medleys. Include both slow and upbeat songs to keep your audience entertained. You can also wear colorful choir costumes and add simple dance steps to spice up your performance.

2. Group Dance – Let your group mates unleash their hidden groove. Gather the dancers, pick the latest songs, watch dance choreographies, and create a mashup laced with the sound of bells and other Christmas effects. You can also dress like elves, reindeers, or even as Santa if you want to.

3. Puppet Show – Create a skit from the Bible story and perform using puppets instead of actors and actresses. This will be a hit presentation especially if your group members are camera shy or your audience includes kids.

4. Musical Show – If your group is confident enough, you can also go for a musical show. You can sing, dance, and act at the same time using traditional Christmas songs following an original story or the nativity of Jesus.

5. Solo or 2 Person Act – For smaller teams, they can sing a solo or duet song, or do couple dancing. One can also play a musical instrument like guitar, flute, or piano while their partner is singing.

6. Band Performance – Build a band and perform 2 to 3 sets with 2 to 3 songs each. You can get someone from the guests to jam with you for each set. Playing requested songs from the crowd is also a great idea.

To further liven up your party, here are the top 10 Christmas songs that should be on your DJ’s playlist:

1. “All I Want for Christmas Is You” – Mariah Carey

2. “Mary, Did You Know?” – Pentatonix

3. “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town” – Bruce Springsteen

4. “Santa Tell Me” - Ariana Grande

5. “It’s Beginning To Look a Lot Like Christmas” – Michael Buble

6. “Jingle Bell Rock” – Bobby Helms

7. “Last Christmas” – Wham!

8. “Feliz Navidad” – Jose Feliciano

9. “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to You)” – Nat “King” Cole

10. “Mistletoe” – Justin Bieber

Do you know any other Christmas presentation ideas? We would love to hear them too! You can share them at the comments section below.

50 “Something” Categories for Your Christmas Monito Monita

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Monito Monita or Secret Santa as the others call it has long been a tradition in the Philippines during the Christmas season. It’s a fun way of exchanging gifts between friends, officemates, and even relatives.

Mechanics:

* Form a group and draw the name of your Monita or Monito. Never reveal who it is until the last day of exchange gift.

* Decide on the schedule of gift giving and the price range for each gift.

* Choose a theme for each gift giving to make it more exciting. Below are some of the categories you can choose from:

1.      Something soft

2.      Something sweet

3.      Something long and hard

4.      Something green

5.      Something round

6.      Something useful

7.      Something wet

8.      Something made of wood

9.      Something you can wear in your head

10.    Something with handle

11.    Something made of glass

12.    Something sour

13.    Something that grows

14.    Something colorful

15.    Something that starts with the letter ‘i’

16.    Something funny

17.    Something cuddly

18.    Something with a cover

19.    Something unbreakable

20.    Something embarrassing to carry in public

21.    Something for private use

22.    Something trending in Twitter

23.    Something that reminds you of childhood

24.    Something that you need to insert

25.    Something hand-made

26.    Something that you received but hasn’t used

27.    Something you can use after a year

28.    Something local

29.    Something special

30.    Something imported

31.    Something you don’t want to own

32.    Something you want for yourself

33.    Something unique

34.    Something thin

35.    Something fragile

36.    Something you can cook

37.    Something edible

38.    Something black

39.    Something scary

40.    Something white

41.    Something slimy

42.    Something that makes a sound

43.    Something fragrant

44.    Something naughty

45.    Something sexy

46.    Something useful

47.    Something big

48.    Something small

49.    Something that moves

50.    Something cute

* Arrange a place where you can leave and pick up the gifts with your name.

On the last day of your gift giving, usually your Christmas Party, you will reveal yourself by giving the last gift personally to your Monito or Monita. The last gift is commonly the most special and doesn’t follow a theme. You just give what you think he or she would like to have following the decided price range for gifts.

Top 10 Christmas Presents Every Kid Would Love to Have

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Still thinking what to give your kids and godchildren this Christmas? If they are aged 0-12 years old, here are some gifts that they will surely love to receive from you.

Newborn to Toddler

Toiletries Gift Set – Baby soap, shampoo, cologne, powder, and baby bath all in one box. It is affordable and useful their parents would be happy and thankful for sure.

Portable Rocker – Any parent would surely love some help in putting their babies to sleep and this portable rocker might be in their wish list. The calming vibrations and gentle rocking motion help comfort and soothe baby.

Reusable Cloth Diaper – These are washable and eco-friendly diapers that are hypo-allergenic and can be adjusted for perfect fit.

3-6 Years Old

Personalized Children’s Book – Let the kids be the star of their own stories with these personalized children’s book. It can encourage them to read while satisfying their eyes with familiar and colorful images.

Character Pillowcases and Bed Cover – Encourage napping time and a goodnight’s sleep with the help their favorite character in pillowcases and bed cover.

Bike – The best age to teach kids how to ride a bike are ages 3-6 years old. Aside from the new skill they’ll learn, it also a good form of exercise.

6-12 Years Old

Customized School Items – Bag, pencil case, wallet, or lunch bag with their names can be a unique and practical gift for elementary-aged kids.

Musical Instruments – If the child enjoys music, encourage them to nurture their talents by giving them the instrument they want to play. It can be a guitar, mini drum set, flute, organ, or microphone if they’re into singing.

Collector’s Item – Any kid, even adults, would be jumping for joy when they receive any additional item for their collection. Popular items are cars, dolls, and action figures.

Gadgets – Gadgets are now necessities for kids this age so if you have some extra cash to spend, a smartphone, tablet, or smart watch would be great.

Do you have other Christmas gift ideas for kids aged 0-12 years old? You can share them at the comments section below and for sure many readers would be thankful.

Top 10 Gifts to Give to Your Grandparents This Christmas

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Are you the favorite munchkin of your grannies? Now is the perfect season to spoil them back. Here’s the list of the top 10 gifts you can give them and can make your Christmas shopping a little easier.

1. Blankets or Throws – You can’t go wrong with a cozy throw or blanket. Whether it’s handmade or customized with photos, it can be the perfect gift to keep them warm in this cold Christmas season.

2. Personalized Calendars – Take a trip down the memory lane with this unique and easy to make photo calendar. Just pick 12 of the best photos of you and your grandparents and bring it to the nearest photo center.

3. Garden Tools – This are useful gifts if your grannies like to spend their time planting and grooming your lawns. Aside from garden tools, you can also add some flowering and fruit-bearing seeds.

4. Kitchen Tools – Does your granny love cooking or baking? A bread maker, e-mixer, pots, or pans will make the best gifts and you will most likely get a taste of their delicious treat on your next visit.

5. Massage Pillow – A relaxing massage can be a good treat to relieve their tired muscles after cleaning or cooking. This pillow can be handy and huggable too.

6. Gift Certificates – GCs can be a great gift for your independent grannies. It can be a quick date to the nearest grocery store or a romantic dinner to their favorite resto.

7. Health Spa Membership – A free membership to a fitness club will encourage them to get fit and healthy. They can also socialize and meet new friends while exercising.

8. Custom Gift Basket – Gifts baskets with carefully picked items add a more personal touch to normal items. You can either fill it with their favorite treats and fruits or necessities like lotion, soaps, and perfume. 

9. Medication Management Devices – For seniors living independently, a digital pill dispenser can be a great help. It can fill their medicine tray and program their med schedule online.

10. Your Time and Attention – No amount of gift can beat the time and attention that you can give to your grandparents this Yuletide season. Spend time with them and make happy memories together with your whole family.

Do you have any other great gift ideas for the grannies? Feel free to share them in the comments section below.

Top 10 Most Mouth-Watering Delicacies of the Season

There are numerous lip-smacking delicacies primed in every home during Christmas. Check out our top ten classic dishes!

1. Ham

Ham is among the core dishes that graces the Noche Buena of almost every Filipino household. Usual ham is savory and tender while the customary holiday ham in the Philippines has a distinct, sweet flavor.

2. Caldereta

Caldereta is one of the classic meals in the Philippines. It's a stew cooked with chevon (goat meat), beef, or pork with carrots, potatoes, liver spread, and tomato sauce. Serve it this season to give a surprising kick to an everyday pick!

3. Macaroni Salad

You cannot mention Christmas revels without bringing the macaroni salad to the table! It's a must for any Noche Buena feast since it matches any main course.
 
4. Lengua Estofado

This is another popular dish of Spanish influence served during special events. You can indulge in its savory taste as the tender meat mixes well with its rich sauce. Hmm…Yummy!

5. Pork Barbeque

When you grill meats over hot coals, it's usually a perfect food for get-together. Be creative this season! Insert veggies or fruits in between the meat pieces to give the color, taste, and texture much more variety.

6. Kakanin

Kakanin refers to a wide sort of sweet rice treats that also come in a range of hues and flavors. From puto bumbong and bibingka to the everyday suman and kutsinta, we never tire of our sticky sweet goodies!

7. Queso de Bola

Many Filipinos love queso de bola because of its buttery and creamy aftertaste. It’s also a perfect ingredient for several desserts or dishes.

8. Lechon

The perfect combo of tenderness and crispiness, coated with signature sarsa… Hmm… I can’t take it. Lechon is indeed the star of every family's Noche Buena!

9. Buko Pandan

This is a popular and favorite Filipino dessert made with shredded coconut meat as its basic ingredient. It is mixed with slices of pandan jelly, sweetened milk, and flavored with pandan extracts.
 
10. Spaghetti

As compared to tangy Italian red sauces, Filipino-style spaghetti is heavy on the sugar. Presence of bright red hot dog bits and cheese is also required. It may sound eerie to some, but it works.

Christmas is the best time to hold reunion with relatives and get-together with friends. If you want to have an extraordinary handaan, celebrate it Filipino-style. Maligayang Pasko!

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10 Do-It-Yourself Christmas Decors for Your Home or Office

Do you want to revamp your home this Christmas but too lazy to go shopping or worried about your budget? Here are 10 DIY decors that’s easy to make and friendly to your pocket.

1. Repurposed Pumpkins – Halloween’s over but don’t your pumpkins yet. Paint them white and voila, a snowman at your doorstep.

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2. Faux Fireplace – If you don’t have fireplace, then make one! With just cardboards, brown paper, sponge, and acrylic paint, you can make a faux fireplace where you can place your stockings.

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3. Tomato Cage Christmas Tree Lights – Lighten up your garden using only upside down tomato cages and a string of LED lights. You can use white or colorful lights depending on your theme.

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4. Stained Glass Ornaments – Are you tired of the same ornaments from the department store? Be unique and turn your boring ornaments into colorful stained glass art using only glue and food coloring.

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5. Glue Gun Snowflakes – Perk up your windows with these cool glue gun snowflakes. Simply create snowflakes in a parchment paper. Once they are dry, peel them off, and just add a slight dab of hot glue when placing them on your windows.

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6. Wine Glass Snow Globes – These cheap snow globes would be a perfect addition to your white Christmas theme. Rather than the fragile glass snow globes, you can save and spend more on the decors inside the globe when you use plastic wine glasses.

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7. Ornament Tree – Do you have too many ornaments but no Christmas tree? Make one using those ornaments! Creative, less work, and less space needed!

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8. Pine Cone Tree – Create cute miniature Christmas trees using pinecones. You can use them as centerpiece or as a minimalist décor around your home.

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9. Ornament Wreath – Repurpose some of your old Christmas balls and turn them into a modern and colorful wreath. Just glue them together forming a circle and tie a ribbon at the top to hang.

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10. Cardboard Tube Snowmen – Create a mini Christmas village using cardboard or tissue tubes. Just use various colors to make each one unique.

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Do you have more do-it-yourself Christmas décor ideas on your sleeve? You can share them on the comments section below.

10 Awesome and Cheap Holiday Presents That Won't Break Your Budget

“It’s the thought that counts” is an old story. It is an easy way to excuse lazy gift giving. But as you check out these picks, you’ll see it’s not cash but thoughtfulness that splits a great gift from a second-rate one.

1. Candy-filled vase or jar

Give them a jar or vase full of sweetmeats! Once they are finished eating it, they will have a nice vessel for flowers to put on the dining room table.

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2. Key chain

A lovely, light key chain is a cool way to fix up anyone’s daily routine. 

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3. Shot glasses

For your friend who’s still pretty into college—and tequila.

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4. Hat, mittens, or scarves

Yuletide season is the time to dress up in cozy Christmas hat, scarves and mittens! Keep the whole family warm and in the holiday spirit with these warming gifts that will dress up an outfit and bring the fun of the holidays to life.

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5. Kitchen tools

For that friend who needs basics, such as a can opener or a potato peeler. If you want to get fancier, you could go for a pastry cutter, a garlic press, or a potato masher.

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6. Potted plant

Indoor plant life can add some needed green into the gloom of January and February. Also great for a friend who’s considering getting a pet or starting a family.

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7. Puzzle book (Sudoku or crosswords)

Whether they are mad about Sudoku or crazy for crosswords, puzzle fanatics can almost never get enough! Load them up with head scratchers to keep them busy until the Christmas season ends.

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8. Small flashlight

It may sound basic and practical, but that's why it’s a great gift! They’ll be so glad the next time they have to slog down to the creepy basement to get to the fuse box.

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9. Travel pillow

Ever been stuck on a 4-hour flight with nothing but the headrest to comfort you? Then you know the pain you are sparing your friend by giving them one of these. 

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10. Wallet (with your photo pre-loaded!)

A wallet would be an excellent gift!  Personalize it by putting a photo of you and your loved one.

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Got an idea that’s not on this list? Please share your thoughts!

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