**Writing Prompt:**
Embrace the warm holiday spirit and transport your readers to the heart of North Carolina with a round-up of its unique holiday traditions. Use the upcoming event, “History at High Noon: Holiday Traditions You’ll Only Find in the Old North,” as a springboard to explore the rich tapestry of festive customs that make this state so special. Join historian Heather Leah as she weaves enchanting stories of a Christmas town, a 200-year-old Moravian bakery still perfuming the air with traditional gingerbread, and the largest living Christmas tree that twinkles in the state. Discover the charm of holiday flotillas gliding along the Atlantic and the age-old folk celebrations nestled in the Appalachian mountains.
Encourage your readers to delve into these historical anecdotes and imagine experiencing the old-fashioned Carolina Christmas of yesteryear. Your article will not just inform but also inspire those who long for a festive season that resonates with history and heart. Celebrate the diverse ways North Carolina cherishes this magical time of year, inviting others to partake in the joy and warmth it offers.