Home for the Holidays

Home for the Holidays

Author: Licking County Historical Society Language: English Episodes: 14
The Licking County Historical Society invites you to settle in with Home for the Holidays, a series dedicated to preserving and sharing the warmth of seasonal stories from eras past. This history podcast moves beyond dates and documents to explore the personal side of the season, offering a curated collection of classic fireside tales that have echoed through generations. Each episode is a quiet moment of reflection, where the focus is on the narratives themselves-tales of generosity, unexpected joy, and community spirit that have defined holiday experiences in Licking County and beyond. You'll hear these stories presented with care, allowing their timeless themes and gentle lessons to resonate with modern listeners. It’s an auditory heirloom, perfect for creating a backdrop of quiet contemplation during a bustling season or for finding a moment of simple, historical comfort. Tune in to this podcast for a unique blend of local heritage and universal sentiment, where every story feels like a visit with an old friend by the hearth.
Episodes
The Gift of the Magi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:49
O. Henry's 1905 short story, The Gift of the Magi, read by the Licking County Player's Wendy Hartman.
Christmas in the Olden Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:49
Sir Walter Scott's poem, "Christmas in the Olden Time," is read by Judge Robert Hoover.
'Twas the Night Before Christmas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:29
A reading of the quintessential Christmas-time story, Twas the Night Before Christmas, read by LCHS volunteer Robert Shield.
Intro - Home for the Holidays [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:24
Licking County Historical Society Trustee, Miranda Shield, introduces the virtual event, Home for the Holidays, a seasonal storytime for the whole family.