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For timely tips on holidays and celebrations, turn to eHow's massive collection of How To articles. Whether you're looking to stay in and celebrate on New Year's Eve or go out and party on St. Patrick's Day, look no further for helpful tips and party advice. eHow also has gift ideas, recipes and decorating tips for Christmas, Hanukkah and the entire holiday season. From arranging a graduation ceremony to cooking a memorable Thanksgiving dinner, eHow's holiday and celebration experts have created a repertoire of step-by-step instructions to keep you merry the whole year through.

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How to Buy a Gift for Your Mother for Mother's Day

By meaghansfashion

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Are you stuck on what to get your mother for mother's day?.. more »

How to Buy Fireworks

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Fireworks can be a lot of fun, and add a little something extra to a celebration or even a backyard gathering of friends and family. If you’re thinking of buying fireworks to make a spectacular addition to your next get-together, there are a few ... more »

How to Buy Great Mother's Day Gifts

By Colleen Wright

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Give the perfect gift for Mother's Day by doing a few simple things. Don't have a huge budget? That doesn't matter. The best gifts for mothers aren't high-cost; they're sentimental. They show you know her well and appreciate her efforts... more »

How to Buy Hanukkah Gifts

By Bob Strauss

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Tell a non-Jewish kid about Hanukkah, and watch his eyes light up: “You get presents for eight days in a row? What an awesome deal!” However, there are very few Jewish households where kids receive eight Christmas-sized presents for eight days ... more »

How to Buy Jelly Beans for Easter

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Jelly beans are a favorite treat for many adults and children. They are now available in an incredible assortment of flavors, even buttered popcorn and chocolate pudding. During the Easter season, you may decide to purchase jelly beans to place ... more »

How to Buy Thoughtful Gifts for Ladies

By GingerJoy

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Guys, we know you mean well, but sometimes we women open your gifts and think, "But why???" Here are some pointers to guide you in the right direction, so that the next time we unwrap something from you, the reaction is more along the ... more »

How to Buy Unicorns for Gifts

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Unicorns are a favorite of children and adults alike. For the unicorn-lover in your life, a perfectly chosen unicorn gift can be an ideal present for a birthday or other special occasion. You can find these gifts all over, if you know where to ... more »

How to Buy Your Children Christmas Gifts That Last

By John Ingrisano

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Christmas gift giving can become a costly ritual, a spending frenzy on presents that are soon forgotten, broken or given away. This year, rather than wasting money on another ugly sweater or techno gizmo for your children, consider filling ... more »

How to Catch More Mardi Gras Beads & Throws (the clean way!)

By divinemuse

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Not one to show some skin to get a strand of Mardi Gras beads or other Mardi Gras throw? Here are some family friendly tips that are sure to increase your catch at the next Mardi Gras Parade... more »

How to Celebrate a Headache-Free Christmas

By Lisette S

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Christmas in the religious form, is the time to celebrate the birth of Jesus by being together with family. In these times people still come together as a family but also for the kids to enjoy receiving presents. But some relatives (cousins, ... more »

How to Celebrate A Non-Alcoholic New Year's Eve

By BridgetOBrien

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Ringing in the New Year doesn’t have to end in drunken debauchery! Check out these steps to help you plan a wild bash sans alcohol... more »

How to Celebrate All Saints Day in Austria

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Austrians celebrate All Saints Day, the Catholic holiday in remembrance of the Saint Martyrs, on November 1. All Saints Day in Austria is part of a week known as "Seelenwoche" (All Souls Week) during which the Austrians believe the curtain ... more »

How to Celebrate All Saints Day in Lithuania

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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All Saints Day in Lithuania is a solemn holiday. November 1 is set aside as a day to recognize the souls of the dead as well as remembering the Saints of the Catholic Church. In Lithuania, All Saints Day is sometimes referred to as Velines, in ... more »

How to Celebrate All Saints Day in Poland

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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All Saints Day goes by many names. Also known as Allhallows or Hallowmas, the first day of November is called Wszystkich Swietych, or the Day of the Dead, in Poland. All Saints Day is an ancient holiday celebrated by members of the Catholic ... more »

How to Celebrate an Old Fashioned Valentine's Day

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Celebrating Valentine's Day the old fashioned way does not have to be a thing of the past. With some careful planning and a lot of creativity, you will be on your way to a Valentine's Day of yesteryear. Paper hearts, handmade Valentine cards and ... more »

How to Celebrate April Fool's Day

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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April Fool's Day, traditionally observed on the first of April, is a holiday characterized by pranks, practical jokes and other forms of mischief. Some people love to spend days thinking up gags to pull on their friends and family, while others ... more »

How to Celebrate Bloomsday

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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The Modern Library has named James Joyce's "Ulysses" the most important book of the 20th century. Other critics have hailed it as the most important literary work of the millennium. All of the book's action takes place on one day: June 16, 1904. ... more »

How to Celebrate Christmas on Oahu

By GingerJoy

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While Oahu may not have snow and sleigh rides during the holidays, it is still a very festive place to celebrate. Here are a few ideas on how to spend Christmastime in Honolulu and around the island... more »

How to Celebrate Cinco De Mayo in Los Angeles

By brandif

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In Los Angeles, Cinco De Mayo, the fifth of May, is a city-wide celebration. Read on for some tips to find out where to celebrate this Mexican Holiday!.. more »

How to Celebrate Cinco De Mayo in New York City

By abbeyroad920

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Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in numerous cities throughout the United States. Here is how you can celebrate Cinco de Mayo in New York City... more »

How to Celebrate Dias de los Muertos

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Los Dias de Los Muertos (November 1st and 2nd) is a Mexican holiday that combines aspect of Catholicism and Aztec beliefs to honor the dead. It is, contrary to what you may expect, a time for great rejoicing, celebration and feasting... more »

How to Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

By iwuvstaylin

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Martin Luther King was a great man, as most of us know. The holiday specifically designated to honor him isn't recognized as much as it should be. Not only was he revolutionary, but he changed our country forever. Here's how you can honor him and ... more »

How to celebrate Earth Day with preschoolers

By Solarhuman

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Here are some easy ideas on what to do to celebrate Earth Day with preschoolers... more »

How to Celebrate Elvis Presley's Birthday

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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He was The King in "Blue Suede Shoes." He taught us to "Love Me Tender" and had us all wishing he was our "Teddy Bear." He was Elvis Presley, born January 8, 1935, and tens of thousands of people still celebrate his birthday every year. Here are ... more »

How to Celebrate Everyday of the Year

By FabHelper

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Tired of blah days? Find a reason to celebrate everyday!.. more »