There is a certain kind of November evening when going out sounds like a lot of work, but sitting down together sounds pretty wonderful. Around here, that is our cue for a Christmas movie night. Not a big party. Not another thing to plan. Just a little time we actually get to enjoy.
Pick the movie before you sit down
Otherwise half the night disappears while everybody scrolls. Let each person put one favorite on a slip of paper, draw a name, and save the other picks for another evening. Old favorites absolutely count.
Make it a 90-minute plan
First 10 minutes: Find the blankets, dim the lights, and put the phones away. Next 10 minutes: Make popcorn or whatever snack is already in the pantry. Then: Press play and give yourself permission to do nothing else. If your movie runs longer than 90 minutes, nobody is keeping score.
Make room for everyone's version of cozy
Somebody might knit through the whole thing. Someone else might work on a puzzle from the coffee table. Kids might build a blanket fort. The point isn't that everybody sits perfectly still. It's that you made a little room for being together.
A little holiday nostalgia from the shop
Our Probably Watching Christmas Movies retro ringer tee has that old-school VHS feeling, with a white shirt and red trim. It makes us think of choosing one tape for the evening and watching the previews first. It's a fun option for the movie-night person on your gift list, but you don't need a new shirt, a special snack, or a picture-perfect living room to have a good night.
Whether your free time is a Christmas movie, a book, a craft project, or a quiet evening with absolutely no plans, you belong in the Leisure Club. Find Your Free Time.
— Casey & Jeremy, 222 Parkside
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