Like most people, I had no idea that Christmas candy was even a thing. My curiosity soon led to shock as I quickly discovered that New York has the worst taste in candy this time of the year.
The 24th annual Celebration of Lights in the River District in Poughkeepsie is happening this Friday. Come kick off the holiday season with a parade, tree lighting and fireworks.
Santa will be out and about in the Hudson Valley long before he comes down the chimney in the early hours of Dec. 25 to load up gifts under the Christmas tree.