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Stewart's Shops Raise Over $1 Million In Holiday Match Campaign

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 15:10:09 +0000

One thing is certain about our Big Frog 104 listeners and people in central New York, you're very generous. This past December, I had the pleasure of broadcasting live at the Stewart's Shops in Little Falls, to raise awareness of their annual Holiday Match Campaign supporting local children's charities, and once again it was quite successful.

Holiday Blessings We Can Count

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 16:10:54 +0000

During the Christmas season, many reflect on how thankful we are for what we have. Recently, I found a slip of paper in a book at home that someone gave me entitled, "Holiday Blessings". There is no author on this little essay, but I thought I would share with you the thoughts written on that crinkly paper that I found.

Another Favorite Holiday TV Commercial

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 16:10:07 +0000

Often a commercial can present a powerful positive message, and at Christmastime many advertisers want to do just that…send out a meaningful message. This Coca-Cola commercial ranks #2 of Greg “Splashin’” McShea’s all-time favorite holiday TV commercials. During the 1970s, Coca-Cola assembled a number of people from all walks of life on a hilltop, who [...]

How Did The Whole Mistletoe Thing Come About?

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 15:07:31 +0000

We all know the mistletoe drill, stand under it and you get a kiss. Now, where did this custom come about, and just what is mistletoe? Has anyone ever grown the stuff in their garden? According to Wikipedia: Mistletoe is the common name for obligate hemi-parasitic plants in several families in the order Santalales. These [...]

Christmas Eve Traditions

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 10:00:01 +0000

Tonight is Christmas Eve. Families gather, share a meal, enjoy a glass of eggnog and bask in the warmth of each others company. There are as many Christmas Eve traditions as there are families and here a few that you might identify with. One popular tradition is opening one present. The kids especially enjoy this [...]

Science Offers Explanation for Rudolph's Red Nose

Donald Deane — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 16:34:16 +0000

Have you ever wondered how Rudolph got his red nose? Well, Dutch scientists have finally explained the mystery. Turns out, the reindeer's shiny nose is the direct result of "hyperemia of the nasal mucosa." Way to take all the magic out of Christmas, science.

Hot Toddy Recipe For Christmas

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 14:20:29 +0000

You may have heard of the Hot Toddy, a warm drink served up during cold winter nights. But just what is a Hot Toddy, and how do you make them? Let’s state up front that a Hot Toddy contains alcohol, so this drink is for the 21 and over crowd. Here are the ingredients you’ll [...]

My Favorite Holiday TV Commercials

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 13:00:39 +0000

One thing I miss about the old VHS recorder in the Greg "Splashin'" McShea household is playing all of the holiday TV shows I taped over the years. We used to watch those holiday shows every year, commercials and all. One year, when I recorded "A Charlie Brown Christmas" off the TV network, there was a very cute TV commercial for McDonald's.

Irish Christmas In America Comes To Cazenovia Saturday

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 18:30:22 +0000

At Big Frog 104, we like to keep you informed of local holiday events. On Saturday night, the Earlville Opera House travels to Cazenovia to present "Irish Christmas in America".

Christmas In New York City

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:15:42 +0000

New York City during the Christmas season has quite a feel of holiday excitement. From the huge Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center and skaters to the incredible storefront decorations, it’s truly unique. And, of course it’s even more dramatic at night. Recently, my daughter spent a few days in New York City (camera phone in [...]

What Your Christmas Gift Opening Style Says About You

Matt Herkimer — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 10:15:41 +0000

The excitement of Christmas morning leads to a number of different styles when it comes to opening those gifts. Elayne Kahn, author of "1001 More Ways You Reveal Your Personality" says your method of opening presents says a lot about who you are. Check out the different styles and see if you identify with any. You just might learn something about yourself.

Schuyler Home Decorated For The Holidays

Tad Pole — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 21:30:13 +0000

Remember how everyone went Gangnam Style for decorating at Halloween? Susan Truax's parents' home in Schuyler even joined in the fun. Now their at it again for Christmas. Susan was kind enought to share some pics and videos of the home.

Must Be Santa, A Must-See Holiday Video

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 15:10:39 +0000

And now for something completely different. A few years ago, singer-songwriter legend Bob Dylan recorded his first Christmas album entitled "Christmas In The Heart" under the name of Jack Frost. All Dylan's royalties on the album were donated to charities. I was so amazed to hear about this that I bought the CD. One of the original songs on the album of holiday favorites is a Polka called "Must Be Santa".

Mohawk Valley Odds of A White Christmas

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 12:17:26 +0000

C'mon now, even if you are a die-hard snow hater wouldn't you like to have a white Christmas? So far mother nature has been holding back on the snow and cold we here in the Mohawk Valley associate with the holidays but with less than a week to go are things about to change?

Local Toy Drive For Newtown, Connecticut

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 18:45:06 +0000

We all want to do something to help those affected by the tragic school shooting last Friday in Newtown, Connecticut. The Whitestown PBA is doing just that with a local toy drive. Here are the details from our sister station, WIBX: “The Whitestown Police Benevolent Association is conducting a Toy Drive for the families of [...]

Best and Worst Holiday Smells

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:49:28 +0000

We have the sights of the season such as colorful Christmas decorations and the sounds of the season with Christmas carols seemingly everywhere. But how about the smells of the season. Fabreeze, Proctor and Gambles popular deodorizer and fragrance product, has released a survey in which they asked people about their favorite and least favorite holiday season smells. The results aren't all that surprising.

The Grinch Steals Christmas Tonight

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:10:24 +0000

One of our all-time favorite holiday animated TV features is the original "Dr. Seuss', How The Grinch Stole Christmas", featuring the voice talents of Boris Karloff. The show first aired in 1966 and is on twice tonight, at 6:00 p.m. on the Cartoon Network and 6:30 p.m. on ABC Family.

Restaurants Open On Christmas

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 12:15:05 +0000

Christmas is usually a time for family, friends and a home cooked Christmas meal. But if you are going to be on the road this Christmas or perhaps looking for a place to take the family rather than prepare a meal your self here are some suggestions. radisson.com/utica-hotel 1 Garden Grille At The Radisson Hotel [...]

Gingerbread Men Cookie Recipe

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 13:29:26 +0000

This weekend, we’re making Christmas cookies in the Greg “Splashin’” McShea household. (I have the most important job, tearing off sheets of wax paper). We usually make homemade sugar cookies in holiday shapes. If you’re more adventurous with your baking and want to make gingerbread men from scratch, I’ve got a simple how-to video that [...]

Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:10:21 +0000

We know that Santa fills “stockings hung by the chimney with care”, but sometimes he gets a little help from us. I don’t know about you, but it seems to me that it’s ten times more difficult to figure out what to fill those stockings with, rather than the bigger presents under the tree. Here’s [...]