Perhaps you were too busy entertaining your Valentine or getting in some three-day weekend traveling these past few days to remember that the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show kicked off yesterday at Madison Square Garden. Or maybe you knew and you were in the audience as the contenders strutted their stuff across the floor.



Either way, we were able to get you a sneak peek at what was going on back stage. MSG.com was nice enough to send us some exclusive shots of the cute pups who were battling it out. Click on to get a look at some of the adorable faces charming the pants off the Westminster Kennel Club as we speak.

With the first weekend of December upon us, the countdown to Christmas has begun. Holiday parades are marching into cities across the country and many of these events have been town traditions for decades. So get out and enjoy the magic of the season before it slips away.



Check out our state-by-state guide to find a holiday parade near you:

If you're planning a winter vacation to sunny South Florida or if you're lucky enough to live there, exploring the area's bustling theatre and performing arts scene can be great fun. Miami is known as a haven for artistic expression and the city is home to some of the best performing arts venues in the country. Artists and performers flock to South Beach and Coconut Grove to find creative inspiration and soak up the Miami vibe.

To help you navigate the South Florida theatre scene, we're breaking down the best venues and shows you don't want to miss.

Around the time that Washington D.C.'s own D.C. United soccer team takes on the Columbus Crew at home, the International Soccer Film Festival, Kicking and Screening, will be kicking off itself.

The festival, which came through New York City with a fantastic turnout, is headed to the nation's capitol to bring share more soccer-themed films with the soccer-loving community. This time around, the festival will feature four films and it has also joined forces with Going, Fanhouse and -- would you believe it -- when.com. You may even meet a few soccer superstars along the way.

Fall season officially starts this week, and lots of pre-Halloween activities are just starting up.



If you're wondering about the best places for some family fun, here are some fantastic mazes opening up around the country. Many of these events are appropriate for all ages so everyone is welcome to try the cornstalk challenge.