Chinese New Year
Learn about the traditional Chinese New Year celebration. From the faculty pages at the University of Victoria, Canada. |
Everything Valentines
Hundreds of ideas for Valentine's Day crafts, gifts, cards, games, and treats for the classroom, spouses, and others. Includes illustrated instructions. From FamilyFun magazine. |
German Christmas recipes
These favorite recipes are being shared by members of the German Embassy in Washington. ... Each recipe has been in the family for years, with many now being passed to the third generation. Includes recipes for gingerbread (lebkuchen), almond macaroo |
Groundhog Day from Punxsutawney
This site has information about the history and official observance of Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Pictures, movies, souvenirs, event calendars, and information about the groundhog club are all available. You can also watch Punxsutaw |
History of King Cakes
This cake baked with a toy baby in it is a staple of New Orleans cuisine. King cakes are typically served from the Feast of the Epiphany (Twelfth Night) through Mardi Gras, the pre-Lenten celebration. Includes two king cake recipes. From NOLA.com. |
History of Valentine's Day
The history of Valentine's Day and it's patron saint, from the History Channel. |
Jewish Holidays
Learn about the Jewish holidays and explore the customs and traditions of Reform Jews throughout North America. Every description has dates, a brief annotation, and a good selection of related links. Includes a holiday calendar. From the Union for Re |
New Year's Resolution Guide
This series of articles provides ideas for sticking to resolutions made for the new year. Includes general resolution advice, and strategies for weight loss, exercise, and quitting smoking. From the University of Maryland Medical Center. |
President's Day page at Infoplease.com
Presidents' Day or Washington's Birthday? Whose holiday is the third Monday in February? |
St. Patrick's Day Fast Facts: Beyond the Blarney
A compilation of facts about this holiday celebrated on March 17, which marks the Roman Catholic feast day for Ireland's patron saint. Includes facts such as that New York City hosted the first official St. Patrick's Day parade in 1762, and that Chic |
Welsh History - St. David's Day
St. Fagans National History Museum: Frequently Asked Questions This site addresses questions about Welsh history and heritage, including national dress, national emblems (such as the red dragon, leek, and daffodil), St. Dwynwen's Day (the January 25 |
Whole Foods Market: Winter Holiday Guide
In addition to a collection of holiday season recipes, this site includes features such as gluten-free and dairy-free recipes, ideas for entertaining guests with special diets, substitutions for alcohol in recipes, guides to holidays spices and natur |
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