Company holiday parties - somebody could write a book 
Brought back memories of a family owned company I worked for in the 80's. About 50 employees. They would have a big dinner and dance on a Saturday night BUT your SO wasn't invited - employees only. Needless to say I never attended as I thought that was quite strange. Especially as, at the time, my DH's employer held a similar event at a beautiful hotel, with discounted rooms so we could all enjoy the party without having to worry about getting home safely.
I too, don't care for the serious gift exchange, I didn't mind the keep it inexpensive and elephant gift exchange as that always was a hoot. I do have some "filthy beaver soap" I could send you - hee hee
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