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Meet Cindy Lou Who This holiday season, the Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) welcomes a local actress to its stage: Monica Xiong, 11, will play Cindy Lou Who in CTC’s production of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! “This production is about the changing of the hardest of hearts, and Cindy Lou is the one who initiates that,” Monica says. “She shows love and kindness toward the Grinch when no one else does. The Christmas spirit can be found everywhere in the musical, even within those you might least anticipate.” Monica began her acting career last year at CTC, where she participated in How the Grinch Stole Christmas! and An American Tail the Musical. On her return, she says, “Returning to Whoville, this time as Cindy Lou, fills my heart with gratitude. The experience has been enjoyable as I explore
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Designing with Heart: Infusing Family into Interior Spaces
tune the skills I have learned and put them into practice now.” How the Grinch Stole Christmas! runs through January 7. Find tickets and more information at childrenstheatre.org. —Hailey Almsted
In the fast-paced world of interior design,
adds a touch of elegance, but also weaves
where trends come and go like fleeting
a thread of tradition into your celebrations. But it’s not just about aesthetics; it’s also
never goes out of style: family. Beyond the
about sustainability. By repurposing and
glossy pages of magazines and the curated
refurbishing family items, we save them
Pinterest boards, lies a treasure trove of
from landfills, making a small but meaning-
ideas waiting to transform your home into
ful contribution to the environment.
a sanctuary of love and memories.
In the end, it’s about making your home
Antiques and family heirlooms are the
decor more meaningful and keeping family
keys to unlocking a rich, storied past within
a top priority. Designing with heart means
your interiors. Imagine a vintage side table
surrounding yourself with the stories, the
that once graced your grandmother’s liv-
laughter and the love that define your fam-
ing room or a well-worn rocking chair that
ily. Don’t just decorate your space; tell your
cradled generations of bedtime stories.
family’s unique story through it.
These pieces hold not only history but also the warmth of family ties. When holidays roll around, why not swap your everyday dishes for family silverMonica Xiong
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ware? Incorporating these cherished pieces into your festive table settings not only
Amy Leferink is the founder of Interior Impressions, and Megan Koren is the marketing director for Interior Impressions. Find more at interiorimpressions.org.
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Photos: Monica Xiong; Interior Impressions
seasons, there’s a timeless element that