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The origins of some beloved holiday traditions

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The presents are being purchased and wrapped.

The stockings will soon be hung on the fireplace mantle. Mistletoe is pinned above the front entryway, and poinsettias add rich color to home decor.

Tradition is integral come the holiday season. Throughout the month of December, traditions fill people’s days and comprise the many reasons why individuals decorate, celebrate and dine the way they do this time of year. But few may know the origins of some of the most beloved holiday traditions.

Christmas is rife with traditions that date back ages.

Christmas stockings The Christmas stockings of today may be a byproduct of various traditions. One such tradition dates back to a Dutch custom in which children would leave shoes full of food to feed St. Nicholas’ donkeys, and then St. Nicholas would leave small gifts in return.

Another origin story of Christmas stockings can be traced to the 12th

century, when nuns would leave socks full of nuts, fruit and tangerines for the poor. This is why some people still put tangerines in Christmas stockings.

Christmas tree Christmas Trees are everywhere this time of year. The use of evergreen trees predates Christmas and is associated with the pagan festival of Saturnalia, which celebrated the agricultural god Saturn with partying and gift-giving. During the winter solstice, green branches served as a reminder that spring would arrive anew. Germans are credited with first

bringing evergreens into their homes and decorating them.

Santa Claus Santa Claus’ origin story can be traced to St. Nicholas, a Christian bishop who lived during the fourth century. St. Nicholas was very generous and gave away his fortune to help the needy. He also did various other good deeds. St. Nicholas became infamous and began to be known by various names around the world. The Dutch called him Sinter Klaas, which was eventually transformed to Santa Claus. The jolly persona came later when 20th

Mistletoe Mistletoe is hung in doorways, and couples who stand beneath are encouraged to share a kiss.

The tradition of hanging it in the house goes back to the times of the ancient Druids. Mistletoe was thought to bring good luck to a household and ward off evil spirits. The custom of kissing under mistletoe can be traced to England.

Originally, a berry was picked from the sprig of mistletoe before the person could be kissed. When all the berries had gone, there could be no more kissing.

Christmas bells Church bells ring for many special services, including Christmas mass.

During Christmas midnight mass in the Catholic Church, the altar bells may be rung while the priest says the “Gloria.” Bells are part of caroling, and jingling bells are associated with sleighs and Santa’s reindeer.

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Decorate with a nose toward holiday aromas

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oliday decor is as much about the sights and sounds as it is about the scents of the season. Few things evoke the holiday spirit as much as the aroma of fresh evergreen or spicy cinnamon and cloves. Incorporating inviting aromas into holiday decor can make homes feel even more special.

• Make beeswax ornaments. Add scented oils to melted beeswax and pour into molds. Hang these creations as ornaments on trees or in other areas of the home.

Filling a home with fragrant decor takes a little ingenuity and planning.

Here are some ideas to incorporate the scents of the holiday season into your decor.

nutmeg, cinnamon, and whatever else can be placed in a pot or slow cooker with water. The scents will permeate the house for hours if enough water is added to the mixture.

• Make holiday sachets. Some of the same ingredients for the holiday simmer can be dried and sewn into sachets. Add ribbon and hang on real or artificial trees. Or tuck the pouches into various areas around the house.

• Create a seasonal scented simmer. Take to the stove to make a homemade air infusion from ingredients in and around the house. Simmer pine branches, citrus peels, vanilla,

• Experiment with scented candles. Scented candles can be found at various stores during the holiday season. Select among popular holiday aromas like pine, cinnamon, apples, and Christmas cookie varieties.

• Utilize essential oils. Natural food stores and other retailers may sell essential oils, which can be diluted and sprayed on surfaces or into the air. Exercise caution around upholstery, or test for staining before use.

• Design a pretty pomander. Stud an orange with cloves. Cut off the top of the orange and hollow out a place for a small tea light.

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The History of Black Friday

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lack Friday is seen by many as a shopping extravaganza that begins in the wee hours of the morning on the day after Thanksgiving, offering deep discounts on various items, doorbuster deals and other specials that have customers anxious to raid the aisles.

Many believe Black Friday was named for the day retail companies would become profitable for the year (retailers would record losses in red in and profits in black), but other accounts of the origins of Black Friday differ.

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One story attributes the name of Black Friday to September 24, 1869, when two speculators created a boom and subsequent bust in the gold market. According to the History Channel, rebel speculators Jay Gould and Jim Fisk attempted to control the nation’s gold market. They hoped to drive the price of gold sky high, relying on a corrupt network that extended from Wall Street and the government of New York City all the way to the family of President Ulysses S. Grant. Eventually, the conspiracy

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Other historians say that Black Friday has ties to Philadelphia. According to Bonnie Taylor-Blake, a neuroscience researcher at the University of North Carolina, in the 1950s stores around Philadelphia promoted big sales the day after Thanksgiving when many people were off from work. The sales also were held in advance of the Army/Navy football game that traditionally took place in Philadelphia on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.

Stores knew that suburban shoppers and football fans would be milling about town during the extended weekend. As a result, traffic cops and other law enforcement personnel had to work 12-hour shifts to corral the extra foot and vehicle traffic around the city. These cops referred to the day as “Black Friday.” Despite city officials’ best efforts to remove any negative connotations and rename the day “Big Friday,” the name “Black Friday” stuck and even spread to other areas of the country.

Black Friday is a phenomenom that marks the unofficial start of the

holiday shopping season, though its history might be rooted in more than just buying gifts for loved ones.

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Conceptualized in Oakland, CA, Plaid Friday has spread beyond northern California to cities across the United States. While Black Friday is often associated with big box retailers, Plaid Friday focuses on small, locally owned businesses. But why plaid?

According to OaklandGrown.org, an organization that celebrates and supports independent business leaders, artists and activists in the city of Oakland, plaid symbolizes the weaving together of a creative and diverse community of small businesses. Consumers interested in learning about Plaid Friday events and sales in their communities can contact local businesses or small business organizations in their areas to find out more and learn the various ways to support locally-based businesses this holiday season.

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he menorah is perhaps the most recognizable symbol of Chanukah. Displayed in homes, and often in windows, each year, the menorah is a nine-branched candelabrum that symbolizes Chanukah and much more.

Menorahs have been part of the Jewish faith since ancient times.

Isaiah 42:6 indicates that the menorah is a symbol of the nation of Israel, and its mission is to be a “light unto nations.” After being liberated from slavery in Egypt, the Jews were commanded by God to make the original menorah, which at the time featured seven branches. The seven arms were believed to refer to the seven days of creation. The menorah was lit every evening and cleaned every morning. The wicks were replaced and fresh, consecrated olive oil was put into the cups to keep the flame alive.

After the Second Temple in Jerusalem was destroyed and desecrated by the Romans, there remained only enough sealed, consecrated olive oil left to light the menorah for one day. Miraculously, the oil burned for eight days, giving

the Jews enough time to make new consecrated oil. This became known as the Chanukah miracle.

While the original menorahs were seven-branched, the Chanukah menorah, or Chanukiah (Hanukkiah), became a nine-branched version lit only during the holiday. According to the Jewish holiday site Breaking Matzo, celebrants light a new candle or wick on each night of Chanukah.

The ninth night, called the Shamash (“helper” or “servant”), is used to light all the other candles or oil lamps. To be kosher, the Shamash must be placed on a different level than the eight other candles.

After both temples were destroyed, a new tradition developed in which Jews did not replicate anything from the destroyed temples. As a result, menorahs used in many Jewish services, apart from Chanukah, no longer had seven branches. Sixbranched menorahs became popular in some synagogues. However, the Jewish Virtual Library indicates that some rabbis have gone back to seven-armed menorahs for regular services because the modern ones are electrified and, therefore, cannot

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Saturday, November 23rd Tuesday, December 31st 152 The Arches Circle, Deer Park https://www.tangeroutlet. com/deerpark/events/ december Enjoy ice skating at The Tanger Outlets in Deer Park with your entire family or special group! For hours of operation and additional information, please visit their website. Hours may change based on weather and center conditions.

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30th Annual Long Island Festival of Trees

Friday, November 29th, Saturday November 30th and Sunday December 1st 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Cradle of Aviation Museum Charles Lindbergh Blvd.

Garden City 516.572.4111 The Festival of Trees offers exciting new exhibits, a gingerbread village, live entertainment, spectacular displays of one-of-a-kind designer trees, vendors, indoor ice skating, Santa's gift shop and of course, Santa! Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.cpnassau.org.

Montauk's 2019 "Lighting The Lighthouse"

Saturday, November 30th 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM 2000 Montauk Highway, Montauk 631-668-2544 The Montauk Lighthouse will be covered in beautiful lights and will be illuminated during this special holiday ceremony.

Admission and parking is free, though donations are welcome.

Vanderbilt Mansion Tree Lighting & House Tour

Annual Holiday Spectacular at the Holtsville Ecology Site

1880's Thanksgiving at Old Bethpage Village Restoration

Welcome Winter Walk at Sunken Meadow State Park

Saturday, November 30th 4:00 PM 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport 631.854.5539 This free, fun, familyfriendly community event features a performance by singers from the Carriage House Players theatre company, carol singing, an ornament workshop for children, hot chocolate and cookies and a visit from Mr. & Mrs. Claus! Guided tours will be available at 12:30PM, 1:00PM, 2:00PM, 3:00PM and 4:00PM.

Saturday, November 30thSunday, December 1st 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage https://www.obvrnassau. com/schedule-of-events Come celebrate Thanksgiving like Americans did in the 1880's! There will be traditional cooking demonstrations, fiddle music and lots of fun for the entire family!

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Beginning on Saturday, December 1st 5:00 PM 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville 631.451.9276 Enjoy festive lighted displays and take your photo with Santa during this indoor walk-through show! The show runs the first 3 weeks in December on Friday, Saturday an Sunday (Friday & Saturday from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM and Sunday from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM) $6/person and children 3 years old and younger are free.

Saturday, December 1st 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Route 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park 631.581.1072 Join the staff at Sunken Meadow State Park for a walk to see all of the activity as animals and plants prepare for winter! $4/person and children under age 3 are free!

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Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum

Friday, December 6th 5:30 PM 440 Montauk Highway, Great River 631.581.1002 Everyone is welcome to participate in the 23rd Annual Yuletide Celebration at Bayard Cutting Arboretum! Join others in a sing-a-long of traditional holiday carols, while awaiting the arrival of Santa Claus. Upon his arrival, Santa will light the tree. Hot beverages will be served outside. Please bring canned goods or a new and unwrapped toy for those in need in the community.

Annual Model Train Display

Friday, December 6thSunday, January 5th 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 47 West Main Street, Babylon 631-587-3750 This annual holiday train layout is 240 feet and is inspired by community landmarks. Bring the whole family to view this interactive model train display in person!

24th Annual Charles Dickens Festival

Saturday, December 7th 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Port Jefferson Village https://www.gpjac.org/ events/24th-annual-charlesdickens-festival-1 The Village of Port Jefferson will magically transform into the Dickensian era, with streets

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that are filled with roaming characters such as Father Christmas, Dickens Mayor and Scrooge. Events are open to the public and most attractions are free of charge!

2019 Jingle All The Way 5K & Kids Run Run Rudolph 1K

Sunday, December 8th Cedar Creek Park 3340 Merrick Road, Seaford https://runsignup.com/ Race/Info/NY/Seaford/ JingleAllTheWay5km Adults and children are welcome to run either special holiday themed race! All athletes are encourages to bring a new and unwrapped toy to the race to be donated to the John Theissen Children's Foundation Annual Toy Drive. Visit their website for additional information!

Kids Holiday Festival

Sunday, December 8th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Huntington Hilton Hotel 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville https://www.eventbrite. com/e/2019-kidsholiday-festivaltickets-74811097005 This years Kids Holiday Festival is filled with fun activities for the entire family. There will be bounce houses, face painting, balloon twisting, a magic show, a separate toddler soft play area, gingerbread decorations, jewelry making, vendors, a very special princess appearance and much more. Parents can shop

with some amazing vendors and enjoy delicious food, while their kids are having fun!

Santa Brunch

Sunday, December 15th 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM Seating Times Long island Aquarium 431 East Main Street, Riverhead 631.208.9200 www.longislandaquarium. com Celebrate the season at the annual Long Island Aquarium Santa Brunch!

There will be a delicious buffet brunch in the Sea Star Ballroom and guests will make a special takehome holiday keepsake and have the opportunity to take a family photo with Santa!

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Holiday Show

Friday, December 20th 8:00 PM NYCB Live 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale 516.231.4848 www.tsotickets.com The Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be heading to NYCB Live for a special holiday show titled Christmas Even & Other Stories. Visit their website for more information.

New Year's Laughin' Eve Tuesday, December 31st 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM Theatre Three 412 Main Street, Port Jefferson 631.928.9100 www.theatrethree.com

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New Year's Eve Bash 4 Kids

Tuesday, December 31st 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Whaling Museum & Education Center 301 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor 631.367.3418 Come get excited for the New Year with this artsykid-friendly celebration!

Create a time capsule, noisemaker and other crafts. Also, enjoy hot cocoa and cookies as you count down to noon! No registration required. $12/ participant (or $6 for members).

Hither Woods New Year's Day Hike

Wednesday, January 1st 11:00 AM Hither Woods State Park West Overlook on Route 27, Montauk http://www.ligreenbelt.org/ index.php?option=com_ Hike a long yet beautiful circuit through Montauk's spacious Hither Woods on New Year's Day! You will enjoy deep woods, as well as views along a secluded section of Block Island Sound coastline. Hike is approximately 9 miles.

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Christmas tree tips and tricks

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Almanac. Many pre-cut trees sold elsewhere were likely cut weeks before and may not be fresh.

hristmas trees are an iconic symbol of the holiday season.

Whether they are personal trees nestled in the corner of a living room for families to enjoy or towering evergreens serving as the focal point of a town square, Christmas trees are a wonder to behold.

While freshly cut trees can be particularly beautiful and aromatic additions to the season, they require a bit more work than artificial trees in order to remain beautiful and thrive throughout the holiday season. Maintenance can help keep Christmas trees as perfect as possible.

• Even though it is tempting to buy a real tree as early as possible, their shelf life is limited even with the best care. Dural Christmas Tree Farm advises that, under the best conditions, a real tree should last up to four weeks before drying out.

• Consider the needles when looking for a real tree. Pull your hand toward your body along the branches. If many needles fall off, the tree is past its peak.

• Think about the room in which the tree will be located. Leave

at least 6 inches between the tip of the tree and the ceiling, accounting for the height of the tree stand as well.

• If needle retention is a goal, the Scotch pine variety has the best needle retention and a high survival rate, lending to its popularity, offers Precision Tree and Landscape. Douglas fir and balsam fir are other durable trees.

• If possible, buy a freshly cut tree from a reputable nursery or tree farm, advises The Old Farmer’s

• Keep trees away from as many heat sources as possible and away from direct sunlight to prolong longevity.

• According to Karabin Farms in Connecticut, to make a Christmas tree last longer, boil a gallon of water and then dissolve one cup of sugar in the water. Allow to cool. After freshly cutting the trunk, pour in the warm sugar water. Continue to add fresh, cool, plain water to the tree stand afterward.

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ach December 31st, people anxiously await and count down to the arrival of the new year. January 1 often is a time for reflection and for making future plans. It also is a holiday full of tradition.

Notable New Year’s traditions include toasting champagne beneath skies lit up by fireworks, kissing one’s sweetheart at midnight and making resolutions to better oneself in the year ahead.

New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day traditions vary across the globe.

The following is a look at the unique ways people ring in the new year throughout the world.

• Filipinos embrace round fruits for the new year. The custom includes gathering 12 different round fruits for each month of the year. The round shape symbolizes wealth and prosperity.

• Around Stonehaven, Scotland, people wield large fireballs for the Hogmanay festival on New Year’s Eve. The idea is to ward off evil spirits by swinging balls of fires over the heads of trained professionals and then tossing them into the sea. The tradition has endured for more than 100 years.

• In the Eastern Orthodox Greek Church, Christmas isn’t celebrated until January 7.

Aghios Vassilis, the Greek Santa Claus, makes his rounds on New Year’s Day. • Chilean families celebrate the arrival of the new year by

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commemorating deceased friends and family members. It is common for those in Chile to set up chairs next to graves in the cemetery.

• Burmese people end the Thingyan water festival on New Year’s Day. Since April, they have celebrated the arrival of Thagyamin, a celestial Buddhist figure, with the firing of water cannons. The water-logged revelry ends with the new year.

• Siberians celebrate the new year’s with the planting of the “New Year’s Tree” underneath frozen lakes. This “yolka” is said to symbolize the coming of Father Frost, but also represents starting over.

• Grapes are a hallmark of Spanish New Year’s celebrations.

Throughout Spain, revelers gobble a grape per second as they count down the last 12 seconds of the year. Each grape corresponds to good luck for the 12 months of the new year.

• In Denmark, residents break old dishes on the doorsteps of family and friends on New Year’s Day. The bigger the pile, the more friends and good will in the new year.

• In China, wthe new year will be celebrated on January 25, 2020 according to the lunar calendar, celebrants paint their doors red or hang red curtains or cutouts on windows to symbolize good luck.

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Exchanging gifts is one tradition that transcends religion, as people who subscribe to various faiths exchange gifts with their loved ones during the holiday season. When making their holiday shopping lists, shoppers should make sure they don’t forget the various people who help them throughout the year. Small tokens of appreciation during the holiday season can help mailmen, teachers, hairdressers, and others know they’re appreciated. The following are some gift ideas that can help the people who help us throughout the year.

Mailman Mail finds its way into the mailbox even when the weather outside is frightful. Mailmen spend much of their workdays outdoors braving the elements, so a gift that helps make their time outdoors more comfortable makes sense. But before gifting their mailmen, shoppers should know that there are rules governing the gifts that the mailman can and cannot accept. According to the United States Postal Service®, mailmen can accept gifts worth $20 or less from a customer per occasion.

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Hairdressers Hairdressers go to great lengths to make people look good throughout the year, and those efforts should not be forgotten during the holiday season. Many hairdressers use supplies, such as scissors, they purchase on their own. A gift certificate to a salon supply wholesaler can make for a welcome gift. For those who want to pamper the people who pamper them, a gift certificate to a local spa can make for a wonderful gift for hairdressers this holiday season.

Educators and Caregivers Educators and caregivers, which includes teachers, babysitters and daycare staff, do a lot for children.

Their efforts should be recognized during the holiday season. School systems and daycare facilities may have rules in place governing which items staff can accept, so inquire about such policies in advance of the holiday season. When gifting babysitters, make sure gifts are age-appropriate. If a babysitter is a minor, cash may make for the best gift. For teachers and daycare workers, consider a gift certificate to a well-regarded local eatery or a school supplies store, as many teachers purchase classroom supplies with their own money.

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A sweet treat for get-togethers

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ecans are a species of hickory native to northern Mexico and the southern United States. Pecan trees are cultivated for their edible nuts, and it can take 12 years for a tree to reach maturity and begin producing.

The history of pecans, which are the only major tree nut that grows naturally in North America, can be traced to the 16th century. Pecans are frequently enjoyed in southern cooking, particularly in desserts.

There are many different ways to incorporate pecans into recipes, such as in delicious, chewy cookie bars. Enjoy this recipe for “Pecan Praline Cookie Triangles” from “The Pampered Chef® Stoneware Inspirations (The Pampered Chef®, Ltd.)” by The Pampered Chef® Test Kitchens.

Pecan Praline Cookie Triangles

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21⁄2 cups all-purpose flour 3⁄4 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3⁄4 cups butter or margarine, melted

Filling 3 cups pecan halves, divided 2 cups packed brown sugar 3 eggs 4 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1⁄4 teaspoon salt

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Holiday appetizers perfect for entertaining

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resents may get much of the glory during the holiday season, but there is much to be said about the foods found throughout this time of year as well.

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Mini Merry Meatballs Serves 24 1⁄2 pound ground beef brisket 1⁄4 pound ground beef ribeye steak boneless 1⁄4 pound ground beef (80 percent lean) 1 cup seasoned stuffing mix 1 egg, beaten 3 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1⁄4 teaspoon salt 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper Cranberry Barbecue Sauce: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1⁄2 cup chopped white onion 1 tablespoon minced garlic 21⁄2 cups fresh cranberries 1⁄2 cup orange juice 1⁄2 cup water

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