As the weather gets cold, we tend to spend more time inside (this year in particular), so curling up on the sofa with a Christmas movie seems perfect to me. Yes, some hot cocoa, popcorn and maybe some Christmas cookies make for a perfect night. There are so many movies to choose from and so many ways to watch, and there are some that if I don’t watch them, it just doesn’t seem like Christmas. These are just a few of my favorites, and of course you can find all of them, and more, here at the library.

Blu-ray cover of "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" Deluxe Edition featuring Rudolph, Santa Claus, Hermey, and other characters in a snowy scene.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

When I was little, I remember watching Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and really sympathizing with Hermey the Elf who wanted to be a dentist. I wanted to visit the Island of Misfit Toys and bring them all home!

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DVD cover of “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town!” featuring animated characters, Santa Claus, a sleigh with reindeer, and festive lettering on a red background.

Santa Clause is Coming to Town

Santa Clause is Coming to Town is just wonderful. I still find myself singing “Put one foot in front of the other…and soon you’ll be walking cross the floor.”

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DVD cover of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" shows Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and a sparse Christmas tree, with falling snow and festive decorations.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

I always wanted a Charlie Brown Christmas tree just like the one in this beloved classic.

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An animated reindeer and a child in a large hat stand in the snow, with Santa's sleigh flying across the moon-lit sky. Text reads "Rudolph's Shiny New Year.

Rudolph’s Shiny New Year

I of course have to watch Rudolf’s Shiny New Year to cap off the season. The Baby New Year and his ears are just too cute!

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Movie poster for "It's a Wonderful Life" showing a man lifting a woman joyfully, with the film title, main actors, and production credits prominently displayed.

It’s a Wonderful Life

As I’ve gotten older though, one of my favorites I have come to love is It’s a Wonderful Life. It never fails to bring tears to my eyes and put a smile in my heart. It is a family tradition to watch it at least once, if not more, every Christmas.

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DVD cover of "A Christmas Story" featuring a boy with glasses in the foreground, festive green background, and supporting characters and holiday scenes.

A Christmas Story

A Christmas Story is both a hysterically funny and touching trip down memory lane for most of us.

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