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Le Quatorze Juillet

By Mindy on Friday, July 8th, 2011 | No Comments

Or Bastille Day in English. Also known as La Fête Nationale (or National Celebration), Bastille Day commemorates the storming of the Bastille (a medieval prison and fortress) which took place in Paris on July 14, 1789, a milestone event on the road to the French Revolution, as well as the Fête de la Fédération in 1790 [...]

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Easter: Its Beginnings and Its Cross-Cultural Traditions

By Mindy on Friday, April 22nd, 2011 | No Comments

For the very little ones in the family, Easter 2011 will be the first Easter they celebrate. For others, this is one of many Easters that have been enjoyed throughout the course of their lifetimes. While having the fortune of celebrating many Easters is a good thing, one unfortunate outcome is we experience so many [...]

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St. Patrick’s Day: Honoring a Legendary Figure

By Mindy on Thursday, March 10th, 2011 | 1 Comment

On March 17, there is much rejoicing through the world. This day is St. Patrick’s Day and it honors a very great man whose legend has survived throughout the ages. The glories of the St. Patrick’s Day parades that take place all over the globe are broadcasted on television to huge audiences. St. Patrick is [...]

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