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Text and Tunes: Five Christmas Books

LilSugar — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:00:19 PST

The holidays can be hectic, but a good book presents the perfect opportunity to get some one-on-one time with your tot. I've picked five seasonal reads, classic and new, that will get you both geared up for Santa's arrival.

Text and Tunes: The Night Before Christmas

babysugar — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 14:30:15 PST

There's a chill in the air and the crackling of wood-burning fires, and the Salvation Army bells ring on street corners. Christmas is closing in on us – less than two weeks away! Spend some time with your lil ones revisiting a classic holiday story from your youth.

Clement C. Moore published his great work, The Night Before Christmas back in 1825. The poem, already full of wonderment and cheer, is extraordinarily complemented by the illustrations of Niroot Puttapipat in the special, magical paper-cut edition. Each page offers a window into the next - leading the little ones through the glorious pages. The pop-up finale of a cityscape with St. Nick and his troop of reindeer flying overhead is truly a site to behold for both kids and adults.

Your tots will hang on every last word that comes as you tell the tale of Saint Nicholas. And, you'll enjoy the trip down memory lane.

Bob Dylan Recites "The Night Before Christmas"

BuzzSugar — Sun, 24 Dec 2006 09:15:12 PST

It's bizarre enough that Bob Dylan has his own XM satellite radio show, but this clip of the singer reciting "The Night Before Christmas" is almost too much to handle. I, for one, love Bob, so listening to this recording provides a welcome, if strange, serving of holiday cheer. His colorful interpretation really speaks to his flair for folk poetry and talking blues.

But even if you're one of those people totally puzzled by Dylan, this clip is highly entertaining. Merry Christmas to Bob and to all a good night.

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Ryan Plays It Safe in Spain as Blake Celebrates Gossip Girl's 100th Episode

Katie Henry — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:35:12 PST

Ryan Reynolds joined Denzel Washington and Safe House director Daniel Espinosa for a photocall in Madrid today. The trio are kicking off their international press tour from Spain before making their way back to the States. Ryan and Denzel shot the CIA thriller in South Africa last year, and since then, Ryan's sparked up a romance with his former Green Lantern costar Blake Lively.

Blake and Ryan spent Thanksgiving together at her sister's Park City, UT bed and breakfast, Johnson Mill Bed & Breakfast, and then celebrated Christmas with his family in Vancouver. The couple were recently spotted on a romantic getaway to Louisiana where Blake and Ryan explored New Orleans on foot. Last night, Blake's 100th episode of Gossip Girl aired and it seems fans are one step closer to discovering Gossip Girl's true identity - get all the OMG moments from Blair's royal wedding including Georgina's return and Serena's big confession.

LeAnn Rimes Shows Off Her Bikini Body and Maternal Instinct

Molly Goodson — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:24:15 PST

LeAnn Rimes sported another skimpy bikini as she cuddled close to an adorable baby in Hawaii yesterday. While LeAnn doesn't have any kids of her own, she is a step-mom to husband Eddie Cibrian's two sons with his first wife. She tweeted about the joy of holding her friends' little ones and also asserted that she and Eddie have yet to try for children. Last night marked LeAnn's first singing performance of 2012 as she took part in the PGA tournament festivities. In her downtime before the concert, LeAnn has been showing off her bikini body in a number of tiny suits as she went from her Cabo Christmas to this island getaway.

Britney Spears Can't Stop Looking at Her Engagement Ring

Allie Merriam — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:59:41 PST

Britney Spears shared a personal snap on Facebook last night. She modeled the new engagement ring given to her by fiancé Jason Trawick and captioned the snap, "I can't stop looking at it!" Britney and Jason got engaged just before Christmas and headed to Las Vegas for a bash that doubled as a congratulations party and a celebration for his 40th. They spent the holidays together and ventured away from LA for a quick trip to NYC. We'll see if the next 12 months include a wedding for Brit and Jason, or even an expansion of their family! One of our favorite 2012 celebrity predictions is a baby girl for Britney, who's already the mother to her two sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James.

John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, and Jimmy Kimmel Cash Up and Head on Vacation

Molly Goodson — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 10:27:51 PST

John Krasinski and Emily Blunt strolled through LAX with their good friend Jimmy Kimmel and his girlfriend Molly McNearney on Tuesday. The foursome all stopped to get cash out before their trip, perhaps off to spend New Year's Eve together somewhere. John and Emily spend some holidays back East with his family in Boston, though this Christmas may have been celebrated at home in LA. Jimmy had his own festive fun this year at the expense of some unwitting kids. On Jimmy Kimmel Live the late night host asked parents to give their children a bad present and tape their reactions. The resulting video, I Gave My Kids a Terrible Present quickly went viral on YouTube.

With January around the corner, John and Emily may have a quieter award season this year, but they'll both bundle up to head to the Sundance Film Festival. John's movie Nobody Walks is in competition, while Emily's Your Sister's Sister is part of the "cinema we love" spotlight series.

FabSugar's Dream Holiday Wish List

FabSugar — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 15:51:01 PST

It was the night before Christmas (and Hanukkah!) and all through the FabSugar house, Allison McNamara was stirring, wrapping jewelry, totes, jackets, even a blouse! Must-have handbags were hung by the chimney with care, statement necklaces adorned the reindeer, and those snazzy sweaters were dancing round the FabSugar lair. The FabSugar ladies present their wish list, so take a peek at our video-it's not to be missed!

Elizabeth and James New Rory bouclé-sleeved denim biker jacket - $765.00	Cire Trudon L'Admirable lime, lily and vanilla scented candle - Sold Out
Eddie Borgo Silver-plated turquoise and hematite spike necklace - $750.00	Roberto Cavalli Gold-plated Swarovski crystal wing necklace - $755.00
Lanvin Mini Pop quilted leather shoulder bag - $1,490.00	Burberry Prorsum Glamorgan raffia and patent-leather ballet flats - $395.00
Chloé Marcie Small textured-leather satchel - $640.00	Burberry Buckled rubber boots - $375.00
Christian Louboutin Sexy Strass 100 Swarovski crystal peep-toe pumps - $3,295.00	Marc by Marc Jacobs Hot Dot iPhone 4 case - Sold Out
Stella McCartney Faux python and patent-leather sandals - $845.00	Miu Miu Plexiglass crystal brass necklace - $450.00
Alexander Wang Metallic bouclé and mesh sweater - $595.00	Tom Binns Fauve hand-painted Swarovski crystal necklace - Sold Out
Lulu Frost Navette gold-plated Swarovski crystal necklace - $405.00	Aubin & Wills Mowden cable-knit wool sweater - Sold Out
Yves Saint Laurent Arty Too gold-plated Swarovski crystal ring - $295.00	Alexander Wang Brenda leopard-print leather camera bag - $445.00
Mulberry Postman's Lock leather travel bag - $2,000.00

Watch Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes, and Jim Carrey in a Drunk History Christmas Lesson

Shannon Vestal — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:15:58 PST

If you're a fan of Funny or Die's Drunk History series, then I've got a Christmas treat for you! Ryan Gosling is starring in this latest holiday version of Drunk History, and this time, they're taking on the festive poem "'Twas the Night Before Christmas." Gosling plays the man who's woken up by Old St. Nick on Christmas Eve, and joining him in the goofy video are Eva Mendes and Jim Carrey (in a very important role). Get your dose of holiday Gosling now!

Britney and Jason Are Engaged - See Their Hottest, Happiest Moments!

Allie Merriam — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:29:32 PST

Britney Spears and Jason Trawick are engaged! They've been subject to engagement rumors before, but this is the real deal. She hinted at their plans this morning with a special tweet. She wrote, "OMG. Last night Jason surprised me with the one gift I've been waiting for. Can't wait to show you! SO SO SO excited!"

Jason and Britney got together back in 2009, and he's been by her side as she climbed back to the top of her professional game. The last year has seen the couple tour the world on her Femme Fatale tour with her little ones Sean Preston and Jayden James along for much of the ride. It seems Britney's Christmas wish has come true - so click through to see her and Jason's hottest and happiest moments!

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