Community Service Priority at Hickory Farms #HickoryTradition

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In my last Hickory Farms post I shared with you how this iconic American brand, founded more than 60 years ago, inspires holiday traditions from one generation to the next. Now, I'm going to tell you all about another Hickory tradition -- the company's dedication to helping others and to giving back to the community.

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Giving Back
Working to stamp out children's hunger, Hickory Farms is again partnered with Share Our Strength (SOS). In fact, for each Party Planner gift box sold this holiday season they'll be donating $5 to the Share Our Strength No Kid Hungry Campaign, up to a total of $500,000. Additionally, consumers have the opportunity to contribute to No Kid Hungry online as well as instore at Hickory Farms Market Place locations during the holidays. More information on Hickory Farms No Kid Hungry #7millionmeals food donation item HERE.

To date, through this program, Hickory Farms' contribution has been signifcant reaching $1.9 million in donations even before the current holiday season began. Many hungry children's tummies have been filled as a result, no doubt enhancing the lives of little ones and their families.

In a separate program, in support of military service men and women and their families, Hickory Farms also provides free shipping to APO and FPO addresses on eight of their products. These include the brand's festive Home for the Holidays giftbasket and Beef Hearty Hickory giftbasket.

Hickory Farms Cheddar Flight & Salami Giftbox, MommyBlogExpert.com

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Broad Selection of Delicious Products

Both Old and New

• Tasty gifts sold separately & packaged in ready-to-give boxes and baskets
• Wide price range on gift items, with something suited to most budgets
• Quality and freshness is always guaranteed for everything sold
• Hickory Farms Signature Summer Sausage ranked #1 by Summer Sausage in America
• New artisanal offerings include Hickory Farms Reserve including premium Dry Aged Salami, 8 hand-crafted cheeses and the delicious Cheddar Flight & Salami Gift Box

Holiday Hosting 101 YouTube
Also, to make sure you're the hostess with the mostest this holiday season, don't miss this great Holiday Hosting 101 video produced by Hickory Farms.



Where to Buy Hickory Farms 
Consumers can shop at more than 700 Holiday Market stores and kiosks in North America, both in the U.S. and Canada, during the holiday season. Additionally, you can shop online at Hickoryfarms.com year-round as well as by phone at 800-753-8558 so you don't have to wait all year to enjoy your favorites.

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Giveaway SCRABBLE Brand Diamond Pendant 14kt Gold Plated Sterling or Sterling Silver Necklace

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Christmas Tree Holiday Light Safety Tips to Avoid Fire and Protect Your Home and Family

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Today the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released their 2013 Home Christmas Tree and Holiday Light Fires Report listing statistics on common fire hazards during the winter holiday season.

Beverly Hilton Hotel Christmas Tree, MommyBlogExpert.com

According to the NFPA in 2007 to 2011, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated annual average of 230 home structure fires that were ignited by Christmas trees. Although these types of fires are relatively rare, when they happen, they are often quite serious. In fact, on average, one of every 40 reported home structure Christmas tree fires resulted in a death compared to an average of one death per 142 total reported home structure fires. 

One-third of Christmas tree structure fires involved electrical failures or malfunctions. Nearly 20 percent of these structure fires occurred because some type of heat source was too close to the tree.

Christmas Tree on Universal Walk, MommyBlogExpert.com

NFPA Christmas Tree & Holiday Light Safety Tips

• If you own an artificial tree, be sure it is labeled, certified or identified by the manufacturer as fire retardant 
• When choosing a real tree, select one with fresh, green needles that do not fall off branches when touched
• Before placing the tree in the stand, cut 1" - 2" from the base of the trunk 
• Make sure the tree is at least three feet away from any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents or lights
• Never place a tree where it might be blocking an exit
• Add water to the tree stand when you set it up and be sure to add water daily 
• Use lights that have the label of an independent testing laboratory and keep in mind some lights are only for indoor or outdoor use 
• Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections 
• Connect no more than three strands of mini string sets and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs and always read LED strand manufacturer’s instructions to avoid a power overload that could lead to fire

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is an international nonprofit organization focuse on fire, electrical, building, and life safety. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are the second and third leading days for cooking fires, respectively, and most cooking fire occur when cooking is left unattended. More advice is available including  Grilling Safety Tips and Holiday Cooking Fire Safety. To keep up to date on the latest news and information follow NFPA on Twitter and Facebook.

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