Holidays and Traditions
Learn about celebrations, cultural customs, holiday planning, gift ideas, and traditions from around the world.
Written by Maria Kunar
What's Hanukkah And Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa is an African-American and pan-African holiday that celebrates family, community and culture. ... Kwanzaa, which starts December 26 and ends January 1, is also grouped into the holida...
Did Wes Welker Ever Won A Super Bowl?
On January 19, Welker earned his third AFC Championship win and Super Bowl appearance after he helped the Broncos defeat his former team, New England Patriots, 26-16. Welker had four receptio...
Are Floating Paper Lanterns Dangerous?
They can travel for miles and always land as dangerous litter . Sky lanterns have caused huge structure fires and wildfires. This flaming aerial trash has caused serious burns to humans and k...
Why Does The Moon Have Phases?
The Moon has phases because it orbits Earth, which causes the portion we see illuminated to change . The Moon takes 27.3 days to orbit Earth, but the lunar phase cycle (from new Moon to new M...
Did The Cherokee Tribe Have Any Special Ceremonies?
The Green Corn ceremony , the most important ceremony among the Cherokee, celebrated the harvesting of corn in late July or August. Everyone abstained from eating the new corn until they had p...
How Many Honorary Pallbearers Are Needed?
Six pallbearers are the standard number needed to carry the casket, but eight or more are sometimes necessary . An honorary pallbearer is one who is given special mention and recognition, but...
Why Should Rosa Parks Be Remembered Today?
Rosa Parks was a legendary figure in the American Civil Rights Movement. Her critical role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott made her a national symbol of resistance and her actions led to the ov...
What Is Another Name For A Funeral Service?
In general, “memorial service” is another word for funeral. What do you call a memorial service? funeral funeral rites exequies sepulture...
How Do You Refill A Prefilled Stamp?
Push the stamp down slightly and pull out ink pad. Add 10-20 drops of Trodat / Ideal Ink on the inked side of the pad , just enough to saturate the pad. Once the ink has absorbed into the pad...
Can Old Postage Stamps Be Used?
You can use them any time . Any combination of stamps may be used in meeting the postage requirements. You may think it looks “tacky” to have a variety of stamps on your envelope, but the Post...