Use the Library's Fast Facts to learn interesting tidbits of information about Holidays & Festivals.

 

Get a different perspective on the holidays with Opposing Viewpoints.

 

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Interested in other holidays? Take a look at these titles about holidays, festivals, and customs from around the world.

 

What do the holidays have in common? How are they different? Find answers in these titles about cultural dialogues.

 

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Christmas

 

Woman's Day provides tips and hints for having your home and dinner table ready for holiday guests.

 

Christmas in Orlando Blog is a place to find the latest news and updates on Christmas events and happenings in Central Florida.

 

Hanukkah

 

Visit the History Channel for information on Hanukkah history and traditions.

 

Jewish Holiday provides a wide assortment of articles and information on this holiday.

 

Kwanzaa

 

So you lost grandma’s hand-written recipe for zucchini bread or baked acorn squash? Relax … you can search All Recipes for recipes for traditional Kwanzaa dishes by name or primary ingredient.

 

The official Kwanzaa Web site contains a message from Dr. Maulana Kargenga, creator of the Kwanzaa holiday.

 

Other Fall & Winter Holidays

 

The Celtic Connection provides a unique perspective on the celebration of the Winter Solstice and traditions such as the Yule Log.

 

Mysterious Britain contains fascinating accounts of the origin of past and present holiday traditions.

 

Sources for Cultural Dialogue

 

Mondialogo is a partnership between DaimlerChrysler and UNESCO that promotes intercultural dialogue, understanding, and exchange.

 

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) supports international cooperation among its members in the fields of education, science, culture and communication.

 

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