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Christmas: A Short History A brief history of Christmas - Epiphany, Nicholas and Santa Claus, from Roman to today's celebration, including Christmas carols, Christmas trees, and gift-giving. christmas • nativity • christmas history • epiphany • december 25
Born on December 25th A look at the story of the Sun God Mithras and its comparison to the Christians' Jesus Christ mithra • december 25 • christmas • god • jesus christ
Christmas Origins How grand christmas traditions were introduced... christmas • christmas trees • mistletoe • poinsettia • holidays
Best Chances of a White Christmas Climatologists and meteorologists use historical data collected from weather records over the past 45 years in the U.S. and Canada, to predict snow on Christmas Day. chances of christmas snow us • will it be white christmas • probability snow • climatology data • snow weather records collected
The Science of the Christmas Star Can astronomy provide an answer to the mystery of the Christmas star? christmas star astronomical possibilities • star of bethlehem • december 25 • birth of jesus astronomy • science of christmas
The Time of Year of Jesus’ Birth Western Christians celebrate Christ's birth on 25 December, Eastern Christians on 6 January. How did they arrive at these dates? determination when christ born • origin christmas december 25 • history christmas early church • christianity's assimilation pagan religion deus so • epiphany theophany january 6
Suddenly the Lord you are seeking will come to his temple This sermon I delivered on 10 December 2003 for the second Wednesday service in Advent. The focus of this day was the Messiah prophesied by the prophets. come • prophecy • temple • await • expectation
Pierre Trudeau and Margaret Pierre Trudeau married Margaret Sinclair in 1971. After three sons and thirteen years of marriage, the couple divorced in 1984. pierre elliot trudeau • pierre trudeau • margaret trudeau • margeret trudeau kemper • justin trudeau
Joan Miro Biography of Joan Miró, legendary 20th century Catalan artist influenced by Surrealism and Dada, his works derived from interpretation, fantasy and imagination. joan miro • joan miro biography • miro's works • spanish surrealist painter • miro harlequin's carnival
White House Christmas Tree - 2007 White House Christmas trees and themes, role of the National Christmas Tree Association in providing the official tree and simulated holiday White House tours. house christmas tree • christmas in washington dc • christmas tree in the white house • national christmas tree association • first christmas tree in white house
An early Christmas present for Santa This year, NOAA is giving Santa an early Christmas present because the jolly man in the red suit needs to know what the weather will bring. weather • santa • claus • toys • toy
Niagara Outlets Niagara Falls is known as a honeymoon and family destination and for its scenic beauty. Did you know the area is also home to two excellent outlet malls? niagara outlet stores • niagara falls outlet shopping • new york outlets • ontario outlets • canadian outlet stores
Telefilm stars Ed as Santa Taking over the family business means more than delivering toys in "Snow," an original new holiday movie that reinvents the Santa Claus myth.
Action-Adventure Movie Preview Fall 2008 An anonymous assassin, a former Special Forces operative, a vigilante hero, and a dead rookie cop lead the action this fall. bangkok dangerous • transporter 3 • punisher: war zone • the spirit • action adventure movies fall 2008
Celebrate Christmas National Geographic teaches children about the Christian celebration of Christmas in its Holidays Around the World series. celebrate christmas • holidays around the world • deborah heiligman • national geographic kids • christian children's book
Celebrate Christmas National Geographic teaches children about the Christian celebration of Christmas in its Holidays Around the World series. celebrate christmas • holidays around the world • deborah heiligman • national geographic kids • christian children's book
Christmas Celebrations in Spain Holiday street markets, religious processions, nativity scenes, joyous traditional folk customs and music performances blend into a non-stop Spanish Christmas festival. spain christmas celebrations • spanish customs traditions • must-see holiday travels • street markets • religious festival processions
Christmas in Germany Christmas celebrations in Germany are celebrated with the Weihnachtsmann bringing presents. Christkindlmarkt is the place to buy all your Christmas supplies, including Lebkuchen. Written by Colleen Thomas Ryor. christmas • celebrations • germany • celebrate • weihnachtsmann
Ganges Art Exhibition Cancelled The Bangladeshi government cancelled a French exhibition of 184 artworks from its museums after two sculptures of the Hindu god Vishnu were stolen and later found broken. museum travelling exhibitions • asian art sculpture • masterpieces from the ganges delta • bangladesh national museum • vishnu
Happy Birthday Have you ever wondered about the origin of birthdays? The history of birthdays is discussed and the creation of the "Happy Birthday To You" song is detailed in this article. birthday • celebrate • birth
Last Minute Christmas Gifts for the Gardener Do you need some last minute gift ideas for your favorite gardener? This article is for you! gifts • gardening • gift certificates • plant pots • coupons
Mammals Come To Life in New Museum Hall Washington, D.C. is home to the most-visted natural history museum in the world, and now the museum boasts a brand new mammal hall, which opened November 15. The hall restores the Beaux Arts look of this section of the museum and brings it back to its original architectural intent. natural history museum • mammals • washington d.c.
Medieval Origins of Christmas On this darkest night of the year, let's discuss where Christmas originated. christmas • medieval christmas • christmas in the middle ages • santa claus • sinterklaas
Pianist-Composer Mana-Zucca A brief look at the life and career of a child piano prodigy who became a famous composer and whose prolific works totaled over 1000. pianist mana-zucca • composer mana-zucca • actress mana-zucca • singer mana-zucca • "i love life
Picasso Museum -- Paris The Picasso Museum in Paris is a wonderful collection of the 20th century painter's work and his own private art collection. paris museums • pablo picasso • 20th century art museums • paris art museums • french art museums
Stephanie Plum Strikes Again Janet Evanovich's signature character Stephanie Plum has been great for laughs for the first twelve books in the series and how book thirteen measures up. janet evanovich • mystery • fiction • humor • stephanie plum
A History Of Christmas Christmas is really a latter day tradition. Harvest festivals have always surrounded the winter solstice. history of christmas • december harvest festivals • ancient winter celebrations • winter solstice festivals • december 25th before jesus
Carolyn Arends Christmas Carolyn Arends brings her piercing intelligence and considerable talents to "Christmas: An Irrational Season," lovely in every sense of the word. carolyn arends • christmas: an irrational season • pollyanna's attic • christian rock • christian pop music
Charles Vyner Brooke of Sarawak The last White Rajah of Sarawak continued the progressive works of his father until the Japanese invaded in 1941. charles vyner brooke • charles brooke • white rajah • sarawak • japanese invasion sarawak
Christmas A look at the holiday of Christmas in the Church year, its meaning, and its origins. Have a very Merry Christmas! christ • christmas • white • manger • birth
Christmas Disappears This article tells how Christmas was abolished during the English Civil War. christmas • english civil war • reformation.
Clara Barton's Wartime Love Affair Red Cross founder Clara Barton had a surprising and illicit love affair with a married colonel during the Civil War. sexuality in 1850's • clara barton • john elwell • hilton head south carolina • civil war
Danish holidays and special occasions. A brief describtion of Danish holidays and special occasions.
German Composer Hans Otte The German avant garde composer Hans Otte died on Christmas Day, 2007. His minimalistic work explored music through its most basic elements of sound. hans otte • avant garde composers • book of sounds • experimental music • german composers
How to Test Seed Viability Keep old seeds or throw them out? Are they worth planting? What's the shelf life of seeds? Will seeds you already have still sprout or germinate and grow? Test them! old seed • viable seed • plant old seed • saved seed • seed viability
Jacob Anguish at Fort Erie Despite having lost a leg to gangrene, this reluctant soldier of the American Revolution lived many years, leaving many United Empire Loyalist descendants around Niagara. jacob anguish • butler's rangers • revolutionary war • american revolution • united empire loyalists
Overview of the Christian Calendar What is the Christian Calendar, and how does one follow it? This is a quick summary of the major dates of the Christian year. what is christian year • liturgical drama • festivals of christian calendar • christian feast days • christian fast days
Planning a Trip to Washington D.C. A short get-away to Washington D.C. doesn't have to be a tease. With a little planning and creative foresight it can be a unforgettable vacation experience. washington dc • nations capital • vacation • trip • educational
Princess and the Frog First Images Check out some killer images for Disney's upcoming animated film, The Princess and the Frog. The Ron Clements and John Musker movie opens December 25, 2009. the princess and the frog • disney animation • cel animation • ron clement • john musker
Remembering the true meaning of Christmas The Christmas holiday gives everyone the chance to reflect on the year, what they've accomplished, and how they treat those around them. The holidays can also give us a lesson on how much better the world would be if we kept the thoughts and feelings associated with Christmas year-round. christmas • reflection • thoughts • feelings • lesson
Ritual Holidays With Easter coming up, many survivors struggle with this holiday. I have included a calendar of the major holidays of the year that both survivors and support people can refer to. illuminati • illuminati • cult • satanic • ritual abuse
Saturnalia and Christmas The early Christians absorbed certain pagan practices into observances of Christmas. influence saturnalia christmas • christmas ancient rome • pagan practices christmas • decorating christmas trees • merry christmas
Ski Wyoming: 2006-07 Ski Season Planning on heading to Wyoming for this winter's 2006-2007 ski season, read what's new for Jackson Hole, Snow King Resort and Grand Targhee Resort. wyoming • jackson hole • grand targhee resort • snow king resort • grand teton national park
STEPPARENTS: A SECOND LOOK AT HOLIDAYS It is getting close to holiday season for many people, and this can bring up a number of difficult situations for stepparents. Who do the kids spend Thanksgiving or Christmas with, and how are the decisions made? Some web sites offer suggestions to help keep the fun in the holidays. stepparents • stepfamilies • blended families • stepfathers • stepmothers
The American Meat Processing Industry Hamburgers, one of America's best-marketed foods, pose a health risk, especially to children. And the meat processing industry shows few signs of cleaning up its act. fast food nation by eric schlosser 2001 • the jungle by upton sinclair 1905 • multinational corporations food supply • ground beef meat recalls united states • united states department of agriculture usda
This Week on Christmas Television It's Christmastime on Canadian airwaves, which means it's time, once again, for a multitude of Christmas specials made to warm the heart. CBC and CTV are loaded down with holiday cheer, specials just right for the pickings. Here's a look at the Christmas line-up for the week of December 19 - December 25. tv shows • christmas tv • christmas television
"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? christmas in italy • old befana • italian christmas traditions and customs • epiphany • st. lucia
2003 NEA Holiday Comics Special, by Jef Mallett, Creator of Frazz Touching holiday stories are a seasonal mainstay, but a sincere holiday story fashioned in an “operatic, rhyming poem” comic strip series? Now that’s something see. This year, the Newspaper Enterprise Association (NEA) has kept up the tradition begun in 1937 by offering Jef Mallett the opportunity to create the annual comics Christmas special. He met the challenge with “A Mall and the Right Visitor,” which began on December 1 and ends on Christmas Day. (Please see link below.) nea holiday special • jef mallett • frazz • united media • mrs. olsen |
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