The first weekend in December was the famous Nantucket Stroll, when all the stores were decorated for the holidays and restaurants reopened or stayed open until the weekend for a final hurrah before closing for the winter.
-- Narrator (Chapter 1)

Importance: One of the Christmas traditions discussed in this novel is the Nantucket Stroll, a community Christmas tradition. Because Gina had never been to the Stroll, Jared invites her to go with him so she can experience it.

Poor kid,’ Jill said. ‘The best part of Christmas is being around family. No wonder she’s not feeling it this year. Lots of people dread the holidays, actually.
-- Jill (Chapter 2)

Importance: Jill sympathizes with Gina and her low spirits because she will not be able to spend the holidays with her family. Gina’s spirits improve when two men show interest in dating her and taking her to enjoy Christmas festivities.

Mandy was very glad too and relieved...
-- Narrator (Chapter 6)