Announcing the winners of NewsBreak’s #HolidayJoy content contest

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Thank you to all the contributors who participated in NewsBreak’s #HolidayJoy content contest. We loved seeing all the magical holiday displays across the country and learning about how people were giving back this holiday season.

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We received almost 300 submissions, and are excited to announce the winners!

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The history behind Christmas coquito, where to find it in Miami, and how to make it yourself by Best of South Florida

This article features a Puerto Rican-inspired, South Florida drink “coquito.” We learn not just the history behind this tropical take on eggnog, but where you can find it and also how to make it yourself. 🍹

Magical Winter Lights, Houston TX | A Magical Christmas Experience by Journey with Jen & Drew

In this video, Jen and Drew take us to Baytown, Texas (outside of Houston) for a magical winter light display. The magical winter wonderland is about 20 acres that people can walk through and even features a castle. 🏰

Holiday finalists

Sterling Woman Bakes Holiday Baklava to Raise Money for Pediatric Patients by Uplift Loudoun

Uplift Loudoun shares the story of a woman from Sterling, Virginia who is baking baklava this holiday season to raise money for an important cause. All the proceeds from her baked goods are going towards the pediatric unit of Capital Caring Health, a nonprofit hospice and palliative care organization. 🥧

This bar in Phoenix transforms every year into a Christmas Wonderland, The Miracle Bar! by Phx Finds Show

Phx Finds Show takes us to the Miracle Bar! In downtown Phoenix, Arizona. It’s usually the Floor 13 Rooftop Bar, but transforms during the holidays. We get to hear from its head chef and bartender about the special items featured on its menu. 🥂

Christmas House in Glen Cove is BACK! Vallejo, CA by CP Says

CP Says shows us a 22-year-old holiday tradition in Vallejo, California. The video shares why it wasn’t up last year (and it wasn’t just because of COVID) and also explains the special meaning behind this light installation. 🎄

There are still a few open nights for the Chicago Botanic Garden's popular Lightscape show by Jennifer Geer

Jennifer tells us about an amazing holiday show at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The display features thousands of lights along a 1.25 mile stretch that people can walk. 🌟

Visiting Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza in Chicago by Adventuring Ellisons

Another holiday tradition in Chicago, this time, the Adventuring Ellisons take us to the Christkindlmarket at Daley Plaza and Wrigleyville. The market is celebrating its 25th anniversary and features handmade goods from around the world. 🎅

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A Real Winter Wonderland in FLORIDA - Snowcat Ridge 2021 - Snow Tubing, Ice Skating and more by Florida With Five

Florida With Five takes us to a place that features snow in Florida. This winter wonderland is fun for the whole family with activities like ice skating and snow tubing. ⛄

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