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By asmestad 14 comments
Seasons are a natural, annual cycle in our life that can be followed in many different way--some use a calender, the weather, animals, holidays, a school year. Regardless of how you keep track; winter, spring, summer and fall will all inevitably ... more »
By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor 1 comments
The Russians started International Women's Day in 1909, and they're still the premier celebrators of the March 8 holiday. Around the world, the event is a way to honor women's contributions to history. But in Russia, the festivities go a step ... more »
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Coal consumption isn't just a matter for industrial companies and train conductors. Coal is one of the natural resources used most commonly to create electricity for homes and businesses. Of the one billion tons of coal burned in America each ... more »
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The holiday season can be stressful for many people, but throw in a visit with the in-laws and it can utterly nerve-wracking. Whether you are visiting for one dinner or staying for a week or more, the holidays can be more fun if you know how to ... more »
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Traditional rain sticks are made out of dead cacti, with tiny pebbles placed inside to recreate the gentle sound of rain. These instruments have been used for centuries by Native American cultures during ritual prayers for rain. Making a rain ... more »
By simplymoi 1 comments
Can’t think of something special to bring to a party? No time to prepare? Something nice and not too expensive? Especially with Christmas and New Year celebrations round the corner, something fast and simple, yet less time consuming for ... more »
By SexyAngel82 0 comments
Don’t you hate it when you have a party or go to a party & people have pictures of you & you have pictures of them? Don’t you wish you all could have the same pictures? Well now you can. Just follow these simple steps before you throw ... more »
By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor 4 comments
Memorial Day was born out of the horror of the Civil War, when more than 600,000 soldiers - Union and Confederate - fell in battle. Over the years it's become a day to honor all the men and women who have given their lives in the cause of freedom... more »
By Angie Shiflett 2 comments
Many individuals suffer from depression during the holiday season. There are many different reasons why this may occur. Most individuals see the holidays as a time to experience happiness. However, it is the most common time of the year for an ... more »
By Kristina N 1 comments
Having a one-colored food night is a great way to start a new family tradition, celebrate an event, or just have fun. My youngest daughter helped inspire the foods for this celebration... more »
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A simple household light bulb can be deceptively difficult to recycle. Some light bulbs feature filaments and other parts made of mercury, contributing to the inclusion of toxins in the environment. You should collect all of your light bulbs and ... more »
By Tiferet 2 comments
Being Jewish in December is not easy. Imagine being bombarded by constant Christmas music, ads, and the constant Merry Christmas. How do you survive the barrage if you're Jewish?.. more »
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To bless the home can be meaningful for the Christian at any time. But the blessing of the home during Epiphany is a very special and specific ceremony. Some families even include the three kings themselves, who worshiped the infant Jesus and ... more »
By Ryn Gargulinski 0 comments
One of the worst things you can do with sick days is use them when you are actually sick. Sometimes we just need a mental health day, or a break from the mundane daily routine. Your sick day taken in fun, however, will be no fun whatsoever if you ... more »
By Martina McKoy 1 comments
The Native American heritage is rich in culture and diversity. Since 1990, November has been National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. Whether or not this is your cultural background, you can celebrate the month in your classroom... more »
By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor 12 comments
While stories of the origins of Boxing Day sometimes conflict, the holiday (which falls on the first weekday after Christmas - usually December 26 - and coincides with the Feast of Saint Stephen) is celebrated in Britain, Canada and several other ... more »
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Bunker Hill Day, on June 17, is a legal holiday in Boston and surrounding Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Elsewhere you'll have to use your own time to celebrate the battle that launched America's war for independence... more »
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In Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries, children receive Christmas gifts not from Santa, but from los reyes magos - the three wise men. This trio drops off treasures during the night of January 5 to be discovered on El Día de Los Reyes. ... more »
By George Sommers 0 comments
July 4th is summer's high holiday. Memorial Day and Labor Day are anticipated as the season's bookend kickoff and finale. Flag Day, June 14th, is the forgotten stepchild - except for a few places like Quincy, Massachusetts... more »
By WriterGig 0 comments
Although Parents' Day is not as popular as Mother's Day or Father's Day, it is growing in recognition. Parents' Day provides an opportunity for children and adults to honor both their natural parents as well as other parental figures, such as ... more »
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Penguin Awareness Day (January 20) offers a unique opportunity to get to know the dapper little avian who doesn’t fly. They’re more than just adorable tuxedo-clad birds that love the snow. Here are some ways to celebrate... more »
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A real-life bishop in what is now Turkey, Saint Nicholas earned his sainthood for numerous miracles, but his neighbors knew him best as a kind and generous man with a great fondness for children. Today, in many parts of the world Saint Nicholas ... more »
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In many parts of the world, Santa's equivalent makes his rounds on January 5, not December 24. Children open gifts the next morning, when tradition says the three wise men arrived in Bethlehem and presented gold, myrrh and frankincense to Mary's ... more »
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Natural gas is one of the world's crucial resources. Household appliances use natural gases as a means to generate heat. With energy costs on the rise, it's become more important than ever to conserve natural gases around the home... more »
By bmdoyle 1 comments
This soap-in-the-fountain prank is hilarious!.. more »