Cherry blossom season is arguably the most beautiful time to be in Washington, DC—even though peak bloom is fleeting, and can last just a few days. Still, each spring, the city goes all out. One way ...

"A Cherry Pie Christmas" was written and directed by John Stimpson of H9 Films. The Massachusetts native knows a little something about holiday romantic comedies with charming backdrops.

If it weren’t for the colorful lights and holiday tunes marking Minford’s Christmas Cave as a seasonal destination, the entrance would be easy to miss. It’s located off a winding rural road in ...