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The Fascinating History of Snow Globes by Lisa-Anne Sanderson
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Have you ever watched snow globes glittering in store windows at Christmas, and wondered about their origins? Beloved by children, the magical items boast a long and fascinating history, which began in late nineteenth-century France. Eventually, news of the globes reached America, which led to their being mass-manufactured and cheap, however, collectors usually buy expensive handcrafted ones. Viewers flocked to see the first snow globe at the Paris Exposition of 1878, which featured a tiny man with an umbrella. Eleven years later, a globe containing a model of the newly built Eiffel Tower went on display at the 1889 International Exposition in Paris, and these models were sold as souvenirs. One of these globes can be seen at the Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass in Wisconsin. The Austrians, however, attribute the invention of the 'schneekugel' (snow globe) to Edwin Perzy, a Viennese surgical instrument manufacturer. A surgeon asked him to brighten the light of the Edison light bulbs in his operating theatre. Perzy noticed that shoemakers created small spotlights in their workshops by filling glass globes with water and placing them in front of candles, but he soon discovered that this method didn't work for light bulbs. After this disappointment, Perzy decided to experiment with adding something to the water which could help reflect the light. He tried glass powder and various other white substances without success, because they sank to the bottom too quickly. Eventually, Perzy put white semolina flakes into the water. The tiny white flakes falling slowly down in the water reminded him of a snowstorm, and he wondered if people would buy these pretty items. Perzy's brother agreed that it was a good idea to sell the snow globes, and the brothers started making handcrafted snow globes with Viennese glass, opening their first shop, the Original Wiener Schneekugel Manufactur, in Vienna. The first one that they made was a model of Austria's Mariazell Basilica, a popular pilgrimage
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site. This was a ceramic miniature mounted onto a black gypsum dome. The brothers obtained the first patent for snow globes in 1905. Americans enjoyed seeing the snow globes in Europe and started bringing them back as souvenirs. Only relatively wealthy people could afford the expensive items, however, until Joseph Garaja started manufacturing them in the 1920s. He discovered that assembling the globes underwater so that they filled with water saved time and money, and he soon started mass-producing the articles. The snow globes soon became popular Christmas gifts. After movie-lovers saw Kitty Foyle (1940), sales of snow globes doubled in the U.S. In the movie, Kitty (Ginger Rogers) treats her snow globe as a good friend, asking it questions about her life, and using it to reminisce. The trusted globe stays with her during several twists and turns, including a star-crossed love affair and her father's death. This enchanted the audience. A snow globe also featured in Citizen Kane (1941). The opening scene shows Kane (Orson Welles) holding a snow globe in his hand, which shatters dramatically as he dies. The meaning of this scene has often been discussed by film critics. Snow globes became even cheaper in the 1950s with innovations in plastics. Now the 'flitter,' or flakes, could be made with plastic materials, and water was mixed with glycol so that the flakes sank more slowly. Now, anyone could afford the humble snow globe. A wide variety of snow globes are available now, from inexpensive, mass-produced ones to beautiful handmade items with pure glass and alpine water. They also feature a huge array of scenes. For example, there are globes with models of cities, such as New York City and Sydney, and characters from Star Wars and Pirates of the Caribbean.
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DECEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23 AND 30: RELAXING SOUND BATH 11:30-12:30pm every Saturday. Gen X Fitness El Cerrito, CA soundtherapywellness.com. DECEMBER 3: ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL WILL BE HOSTING ITS ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Sunday, 9am-1pm. Breakfast is $12 and is first come, first served. There will be a local vendor marketplace, arts & crafts, a gingerbread house display, and free photos with Santa. thesantabreakfast.Wordpress.com DECEMBER 3: HOLIDAY ARTS FESTIVAL: 50+ ARTS AND CRAFTS VENDORS ANNOUNCED 10-5pm. 61st Annual Holiday Arts Festival. FREE ENTRY. Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond.
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DECEMBER 2: HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING & HOLIDAY FESTIVAL 3:30-5:30pm, Fernandez Park, 595 Tennent Ave. Pinole. DECEMBER 2 & 3: CRAFT SALE 3-6:30pm on Sat. Dec 2; 9-1:30pm. Sun. Dec 3. St Jerome Crafters present one of a kind handmade items for all ages from sweaters and blankets for baby, scarves and fingerless gloves, hats and shawls for adults. Many knitted and crocheted accessories, items for the kitchen, home and bath, and seasonal gifts. Affordable prices. St Jerome Church, 308 Carmel Ave, El Cerrito
DECEMBER 3: TEMPLE BETH HILL IN RICHMOND CELEBRATES THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS 12-2pm. Come for the Annual Hanukkah Fair. There will be a traditional latke luncheon and ceremonial candle lighting at 12:30p.m. Bring your menorah. Original arts and crafts for sale, children’s activities, and treasures from the Gift Shop. Temple Beth Hillel, 801 Park Central, Richmond, CA. 510-223-2560. tbhrichmond.org. DECEMBER 2: FIXIT CLINIC 11-2pm. RecycleMore is hosting a first every DIY FixIt Clinic at no cost for Residents of West Contra Costa County. No registration is required, however, be sure to let the FixIt Team know what item you are bringing to be prepared. Hercules Library, 109 Civic Drive, Hercules. Check-In for In-Person FixIt Clinics. See ad below. DECEMBER 7: SIR (SONS IN RETIREMENT) MEETS 12noon the first Thursday of each month. For a $30 restaurantstyle luncheon. No causes, no agenda, apolitical, just retired men meeting for luncheon and speakers on topics of interest. SIR Richard
Saturday, December 2, 2023 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Bring your broken, non-functioning things -- electronic gadgets, appliances, computers, toys, sewing machines, bicycles, fabric items, etc.-- for assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. Fixit Coaches will be available for consultation; workspace, specialty tools, and guidance will be provided. No registration required. All ages welcome. Scan the QR code to complete the form and indicate what item you’re bringing. For more information: www.recyclemore.com/120223.
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Best wishes for a wonderful Christmas! WEST CONTRA COSTA LOCAL FARMERS MARKETS RICHMOND Friday - 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 25th Street & Barret Avenue RICHMOND CIVIC CENTER May to November Wednesday - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nevin Avenue & 13th Street POINT RICHMOND May to September Wednesday - 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Park Place & West Richmond Avenue PINOLE Saturday - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Corner of Fernandez Avenue & Pear Street. EL CERRITO Tuesday and Saturday - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the El Cerrito Plaza, located at the corner of San Pablo Avenue and Fairmont Avenue. KENSINGTON Sunday - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1560 Oak View Avenue Colusa Avenue & Santa Fe Avenue
Fisher, nibsie@comcast.com, 415-686-2279, has details." La Strada Restaurant, 2215 Church Lane, San Pablo. DECEMBER 10: SOLANO WINTER STROLL-ISH Sunday, 12noon-5pm. Join us for activities and specials at solano avenue businesses. Live music and entertainment. Free Event. Solano Avenue in Berkeley/Albany. DECEMBER 11: FOOD BANK OF CONTRA COSTA & SOLANO COUNTY DRIVE-THRU FOOD DISTRIBUTION 9-11am on Monday, Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles Ave. Pinole. DECEMBER 12: FOOD BANK OF CONTRA COSTA & SOLANO COUNTY SENIOR FOOD PROGRAM (55 years old & up. Pinole residents only) 9-11am on Tuesday, Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles Ave. Pinole. DECEMBER 17: BREAKFAST WITH SANTA 10-11am on Tuesday, 9am-12pm. Breakfast served until 11:30 a.m. $15 General Admission, $10 Kids 11 and younger, free face painting for kids, and raffle prizes for parents. Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles Ave. Pinole., Go to FRIENDS OF THE HERCULES SENIOR CENTER (FHSC) Facebook page for ticket information at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086541393634, email friendsofhsc2019@gmial.com for the registration link. DECEMBER 14: EL CERRITO GARDEN CLUB MEETING: FESTIVE HOLIDAY MEETING Thursday, 11:30- 2pm. at the Albany Community Center at the corner of Masonic and Marin in Albany. The meeting is scheduled to be a potluck, and will feature Alan Siegel, docent of the Tilden Botanical Gardens, speaking about “Edibles, Medicinal and Useful Plants of the Bay Area”. Please join us. Our membership comes from throughout the East Bay. For further information, contact Louise Moises bookstallsf@outlook.com
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