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American History: December Anniversaries

December 6 Washington Monument completed (1884) December 7 Pearl Harbor Day December 15 National Bill of Rights Day (1791) December 16 Boston Tea Party (1773) December 18 First National Day of Thanksgiving (1777) December 22 Continental Congress creates a Continental Navy (1775) December 23 George Washington resigns as commander in chief (1783) December 24 UK signs Treaty of Ghent, ending […]

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Connie’s Antiques on Tennyson Full of Christmas Charm

Connie’s Antiques on Tennyson Full of Christmas Charm

 Gil and Connie are excited to celebrate their second Christmas at Connie’s Antiques & Treasures at 3832 Tennyson St. They would like you to come to their eclectic paradise to find that unique gift for your special person.  There will be plenty of Christmas decorations to help you decorate your home and get you into that magical mood.  There are […]

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A Christmas Quiz for Your Enjoyment

1. In “Here Comes Santa Claus” how many times does Santa check his list? 2. In the song “Jingle Bells” what kind of sleigh is it? 3. In “O Little Town of Bethlehem” where do the silent stars go by? 4. Which song is considered America’s most popular Christmas song? 5. In a “Holly Jolly Christmas,” we are told to […]

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America’s Santa Carries On

America’s Santa Carries On

By Henry J. Pratt  Young children to adults in their golden years know all about that legendary HO-HO-HO bringer of Christmas gifts—Santa Claus.  Though he’s almost totally an American creation, Santa’s roots come from many countries and go back far in time. Santa is now a universal character, loved by men, women and children the world over.  His name is […]

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Florence: Somethings Old, Somethings New

Florence: Somethings Old, Somethings New

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