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How to Celebrate Siblings Day

By Martina McKoy

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Though it is celebrated annually on April 10th, Siblings Day is not a national holiday. Several foundations are fighting to make this a national holiday, and progress is being made as 27 states have accepted this celebration. Below are some ... more »

How to Celebrate Single Parent Day

By Martina McKoy

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There are millions of single parents in the United States. Beginning in 1984, Janice Moglen, a single mother, recognized that the role of the traditional family was changing and that there was a need for awareness and recognition. After rallying ... more »

How to Celebrate St. David's Day

By Safreena Rajan, eHow UK

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The first of March marks the celebration of St. David’s Day in Wales. Every person, young or young at heart and in between can be found celebrating in festive spirit on this day. St. David is the patron saint of Wales and is said to have lived ... more »

How to Celebrate Summer Solstice in Iceland

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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The summer solstice in Iceland is generally celebrated in smaller gatherings of family and friends. Some public celebrations are held to celebrate this longest day of the year, where the sun never sets on midsummer's eve. Public events usually ... more »

How to Celebrate Summer Solstice in New Zealand

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Few people celebrate the summer solstice in New Zealand. The summer solstice in the southern hemisphere, where New Zealand is located, occurs in the middle of December, so this holiday is eclipsed by Christmas celebrations. Those who do practice ... more »

How to Celebrate Summer Solstice in Poland

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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In Poland, people celebrate the summer solstice as a holiday of fire and water. Although the celebration has ancient roots in earth worship, it is also a celebration of the Christian saint, Saint John the Baptist. Large cities in Poland hold ... more »

How to Celebrate Summer Solstice in Russia

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When you celebrate the summer solstice in Russia, you are celebrating an ancient pagan ritual that was merged into the Orthodox Russian Christian religion. The summer solstice is known as Ivan Kupala Day in Russia. Ivan Kupala is one Russian name ... more »

How to Celebrate Summer Solstice in Sweden

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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The summer solstice, Midsommardagen, is a major holiday in Sweden and is considered even more important than Christmas. The Swedish celebrate this holiday with dancing, maypoles, folk music and feasting that lasts for a week. Summer solstice is ... more »

How to Celebrate Summer Solstice in Wales

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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The summer solstice in Wales was celebrated by the Druids, an ancient pagan people. Today, although the Christian church has altered the day to coincide with the celebration of Saint John the Baptist, the summer solstice is primarily celebrated ... more »

How to Celebrate Superman's Birthday, June 30

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Superman, that great American icon, rocketed to earth from Krypton on June 30. On this special day, fans from around the world celebrate the original super hero. You can hold your own celebration of Superman's birthday even if you don't own a red ... more »

How to Celebrate Teddy Bear Picnic Day (July 10th)

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Spend a day at the park with your son or daughter and their favorite teddy bear on this special day... more »

How to Celebrate the First Day of School

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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For many children, starting school after the summer is a very exciting time. For others, starting school is traumatic and they dread the first day. To get all children in the mood for the big day, celebrate the first day of school with some ... more »

How to Celebrate the First Day of Summer in Santa Barbara

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Since 1974, the Santa Barbara Summer Solstice Parade has become a staple of the community there. Observers have described it as a "PG Marti Gras," a whimsical parade entailing floats, costumes, music and dancing. The observance has expanded to ... more »

How to Celebrate the Holiday in style

By BrokenGirl

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The holidays have gotten over-run with mass produced garbage...not all is garbage so you to be really picky when shopping..... more »

How to Celebrate Twins

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Twins have becoming more and more popular in the United States due to fertility treatments and the fact that some women are waiting until they are older to have children. Celebrating twins can be done in many ways. Congratulating families that ... more »

How to Celebrate UFO Day, June 24

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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On June 24, 1947, Idaho pilot Ken Arnold spotted a group of unidentified flying objects over Mt. Rainier, Wash., sparking worldwide speculation of government cover-ups and fear of extraterrestrial invasion. To mark the occasion of this first ... more »

How to Celebrate Ukon Juhla in Finland

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In Finland, winter is a severe and long-lasting season. For this reason, the Finnish celebrate summer heartily. One example of this is Ukon Juhla, more commonly known as Juhannus. This ancient festival is a celebration of the midsummer solstice. ... more »

How to Celebrate Weight Loss

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Losing weight is a life-changing experience for some people. After losing weight, some people feel revived and have the chance to take charge of their life again. Celebrate weight loss by celebrating who you are as a person and all of your ... more »

How to Celebrate World No Tobacco Day

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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World No Tobacco Day is a creation of the World Health Organization (WHO) and celebrated every year on May 31. It features different themes, such as the dangers of second hard smoke or the importance of keeping our youth tobacco-free. These are ... more »

How to choose your wedding cake.

By Mariaeugenia

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You are getting married, now you need to choose a wedding cake for your special event. Here are some points to consider... more »

How to Collect 9/11 Commemorative Coins

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Collecting coins that help to honor and commemorate those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 can be a noble endeavor. By using a combination of online resources and brick-and-mortar coin stores, you should be able to assemble a collection ... more »

How to Collect 9/11 Commemorative DVDs

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Due to the incredible amount of video footage that was shot in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, there are many commemorative DVDs available from a variety of sources. Whether you are looking to collect professionally produced news ... more »

How to Collect 9/11 Commemorative Photos

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Few artistic media have captured the essence of 9/11 as well as photography. From the first photos of the planes crashing into the Twin Towers to the bulletin boards covered with photos of those missing in the aftermath, photography has helped to ... more »

How to Collect 9/11 Commemorative Stamps

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Collecting 9/11 commemorative stamps is an excellent way to remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. By using a combination of online resources and local stamp dealers, you will be able to assemble a collection that will help to ... more »

How to Connect With Earth, Air, Fire and Water on Midsummer's Day

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Rituals vary from place to place, but it is the intention behind the ritual that is of primary importance. Rituals themselves only serve to give voice to what's in our hearts and minds. Connecting with the earth, air, fire and water, especially ... more »

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