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An Armenian Christmas
Many Armenian Orthodox Christian traditions date far back into the mists of the 5th Century. Food plays a huge role in keeping Christmas properly.
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Creating New Christmas Traditions
Family traditions & holiday celebrations strengthen family bonds. Creating new Christmas traditions will unite new & help existing families cope with grief at Christmas.
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"Johnkankus"
This celebration is known as the first African-American tradition to take root in the United States. It also demonstrates the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Southern slaves in creating something very special from so little.
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Cajun Country Christmas
The warmth of Christmas traditions in Cajun country are wonderful consolation for the lack of picturesque snowy scenes.
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Christmas in Italy
Italy, the center of the Catholic Church, has a long history of Christmas traditions, including the presepio, La Befana and ceppos.
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Christmas Recipes--from the Guys and Others Too!
Christmas Recipes from the guys and....others too!
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Christmas Traditions of the World
Christmas is celebrated around the world. Teach your tweens some of the traditions that other countries share.
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Colonial Christmas Traditions
Early Colonial settlers in America brought distinct Christmas traditions from England, The Netherlands and Eastern Europe,including Sinter Klass and the Christmas Putz.
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Create Meaningful Family Christmas Traditions
Christmas is the time for traditions. Whether it is an activity, food or way to give to others, if you are looking for a new tradition for your family this year, read on!
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ETA-Christmas Traditions
Christmas Traditons from the guys and more!
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German Christmas Traditions
German Christmas traditions are colorful, steeped in historic lore, and fodder for hours of interesting reading. Take a look at just a few of the traditions that Germans enjoy during the Christmas holidays.
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Green Christmas Traditions
LED lights, reusable wrapping and an earth-friendly Christmas tree all help make this year's Christmas one that will keep on giving.
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Ho Ho Ho, Merry...
Another perspective on the Christmas Holiday.
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My Look at Christmas
A personal look at Christmas through the eyes of your mythology editor.
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Realistic Expectations & December Celebrations
Holiday Celebrations can take alot out of you. Give yourself permission to develop new "traditions" without loosing the holiday spirit!
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Recipe: Braided Christmas Bread
Christmas bread is a tradition in many households. Follow these steps to create a decorative cinnamon braid that will easily become a Christmas tradition in your family.
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Sapin de Noël...Flocking the Parisian Tradition
Spending Christmas in Paris? Bring a warm coat…and your appetite! Mr. and Mrs. Hall partake of Bûche de Noël and consider the decorating options.
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Thanksgiving Traditions and Memories
Holiday gatherings are a great time to share family traditions while encouraging a strong bond among family members.
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The Fir Tree by HCA
a brief introduction to HCA's The Fir Tree with links leading to historical notes on the origins of Christmas trees and a few images. Links for full text version of the story and to a brief bio of Andersen are included.
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The Yule Log
A brief history of an almost forgotten tradition.
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Christmas History
Students learn the history of Christmas trees, Christmas music, Christmas presents, and much more.
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A Santa Claus Pause
Take a break from holiday shopping and get to know the real Saint Nicholas as well as why he was banned for a while. Meet the gift-givers of other countries and find out why reindeer pull his sleigh rather than any other animal.
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Christmas in Germany
Many modern Christmas symbols, such as the Christmas Tree, come from German traditions.
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"Buono Natale!"
Making your Christmas list out for a witch? Setting your shoes out to be filled with gifts? Leaving food for a donkey? What kind of Christmas is this?
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'Flower of the Holy Night'
A Mexican legend explains the beauty of this very special Christmas flower.
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Christmas Botany (Part I)- Oh Tannenbaum
Winter holidays are rife with botanical traditions- especially Christmas. Explore the tradition of the Christmas tree and its many origins.
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Christmas Decorating on a Budget
Is your Christmas budget stretched thin? Do you need to find a way to decorate for the holidays without going broke? Save money and decorate with these tips.
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Christmas in Austria
One of the most famous holiday traditions from Austria is the popular Christmas carol, Silent Night.
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Christmas in France
Christmas in France has many unique holiday customs, such as Pere Noel and a Christmas Creche instead of a Christmas tree.
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Christmas in Spain
Spanish Christmas festivities are centered around Christmas Eve (Noche Buena) and the Epiphany, when the Three Kings bring gifts for the children.
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Christmas in Sweden
Christmas in Sweden goes back to pagan festivals relating to Thor and Saint Lucia. Sweden has developed many holiday traditions, many of which are still practiced today.
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Christmas in The Netherlands
Christmas traditions in the Netherlands revolve around the celebration of Saint Nicholas, which takes place on December 6th.
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Christmas on Mars
Imagine what it would be like to spend the holidays on Mars.
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Collecting Christmas: Book Reviews
For collectors of vintage Christmas ornaments, lights, decorations, a review of books to tuck under the tree.
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Driving in Rome
There are reasons for some of the weird vehicle maneuvers you see while driving or riding in a taxi while in the Italian capital. It's all part of wonderful life in Rome
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Find the True Spirit of Christmas in a Wish Jar
Are you looking for a way to bring Christmas back to Christmas? Do you want to move away from the commercialism and materialism?
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Germany's Christmas Markets
Germany's Christmas markets are justly famous. Here are some of the best - for food, drink, crafts, and atmosphere.
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How to Make an Advent Tree
The Advent calendar is a tradition many children and children at heart look forward to every year. Today's project is a new twist on the traditional concept.
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Humperdinck's Children: Hansel u Gretel Making Gingerbread A
a beief review of Humperdinck's Hansel u Gretel based on Grimm's story with recipes for making the witch's gingerbread house
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Humperdinck's Children: Hansel u Gretel Making Gingerbread B
a short review of Humperdinck's adaptation of Hansel u Gretel from Grimm's Household Tales with links for Grimm, Gingerbread and the Bayerisches Oper in Munich
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Martin Luther and Christmas
During the Protestant Reformation in the early 16th Century, many old customs were abandoned in favor of new ones believed to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
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Simplifying Christmas for Toddlers
Many parents are tempted to go overboard during the holiday season but toddlers get the most joy out of simple things.
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Snow Queen
A brief introduction to Andersen's Snow Queen with links to a full text version on the internet. Links are provided to Adrienne Segur's illustration to the story and to Ice Castle in Lapland, Finland
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The Spirits of Christmas Past
It's December again, and the last holiday season of the millennium approaches. What better time to reflect on the magickal legacy of our holiday traditions?
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Unwrapping The Holiday Spirit
Find the Holiday Spirit with your family this season. Decorate with them in mind and keep the spirit all through the season.
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Christmas In Eastern, Central and Northern Europe
Christmas traditions, markets, customs & more in this wonderful part of the world!
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A Traditional Christmas
Christmas traditions for the family. Learning of the old traditions.
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Christmas Eve Traditions for Kids
Make Christmas Eve as memorable as Christmas morning for the kids this year by starting some new traditions that focus on having fun and spending time with family.
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CHRISTMAS IN CANADA
Christmas in Canada tells what Christmas was like for early pioneer families. It goes on to discuss traditions that have made their way into the Christmas season.
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Christmas in Canada
Christmas is a magical time of year. Kids dream of Santa, what he will bring and what their parents and other family members will give them. But what was Christmas in Canada like when Europenans first came here?
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