Taking her leave after more than 30 years at the helm of the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center, Helen Harrison reflects on its history, its growth, and the filming there of the movie “Pollock” by Ed Harris, while sharing a few anecdotes and debunking a popular myth.

Laura Donnelly takes on holiday cookies: the latest trends and cookie exchanges, along with recipes for shortbread cookies, Charleston’s benne wafers, and more.

Christmas and Christmas Eve dinner options from Almond, Lulu Kitchen and Bar, Loaves and Fishes, and the Cookery for dining in or feasting out.