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FEATURES 12 THANKSGIVING TRADITIONS How the holiday has changed over the past 50 years. 14 $25 FAMILY HOLIDAY CHALLENGE Meaningful traditions that cost little to nothing. 18 JINGLE & MINGLE AROUND TOWN Experience the joy of the season at these festive events. 38 WORTH THE WRAP The ultimate holiday gift guide. 44 FAMILY FAVORITES WINNERS Find out who you chose as your favorites. DEPARTMENTS 6 CONNECT WITH METROFAMILY Our top seasonal resources, all in one place. 8 NEW & NOW OKC’s latest community highlights. 22 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Winter fun and more for families.
ON THE COVER Olivia is 12 years old and loves theatre, painting, fashion, reading, traveling, styling her American Girl dolls and playing with her Giant Schnauzer. She’s a fan of The Greatest Showman and Olivia Rodrigo, and she dreams of becoming a PR specialist one day to help people navigate tricky situations and find ways to make things better.
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EXPLORING OKLAHOMA WITH CHILDREN Simple goals for a year of local adventures.
70 LAST LOOK
Mindful New Year’s resolutions.
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