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The story and traditions of Passover
The Intown Chabad shares the story of Passover and the common traditions that are part of the celebration.
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Children learn matzo making and Passover's traditions ahead of the Jewish holiday
A group of Washington area first graders had no time to waste — they had matzo to make. The students from Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation’s Capital had just 18 minutes to prep and cook the cracker-like, unleavened Passover staple. To keep it kosher for the holiday, it could not be allowed to rise. Rabbi Levi Raskin...
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What to know about National Burrito Day
National Burrito Day is non-official holiday celebrated on the first Thursday in April in the United States.
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Easter is March 31 this year. Here's why many Christians will wake up before sunrise to celebrate
Many Christians wake before dawn on Easter morning and celebrate their belief in the resurrection of Jesus, the son of God, as the sun rises.
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What is Good Friday?
Good Friday is a holiday observed by Christians and Catholics on the Friday before Easter. Here’s what you need to know.
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Are leprechauns the new Elf on the Shelf?
Leprechauns are making mischief in homes across America … and some parents feel like they’ve been tricked.
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The history of the Easter basket and some ideas for basket stuffers
Hippity-hop. Easter’s on its way! This year, Easter falls on March 31, so don’t delay in getting your Easter basket stuffers.
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Jump into these deals and freebies for leap day 2024
Whether you’re looking to save on your next meal or your next vacation, you won’t want to skip over these leap day deals.
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Have a look at the whos, whats and whens of leap year through time
Leap year. It’s a delight for the calendar and math nerds among us. So how did it all begin and why? Ancient civilizations had calendars that made periodic corrections to realign with lunar and solar cycles. But it was Julius Caesar who put into practice what we now consider leap years back in 46 BC. In large part, the idea...
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The Margarita: the official cocktail of Dallas
National Margarita Day is Thursday, Feb. 22 and Dallas has a lot to celebrate.
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Celebrate National Margarita Day in North Texas
Restaurants and bars across Dallas-Fort Worth are offering deals and specials to celebrate National Margarita Day 2024
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Presidents Day: From George Washington's modest birthdays to big sales and 3-day weekends
George Washington was uneasy about the idea of commemorating his life. He was the first leader of a new republic — not a tyrant. And yet the nation will once again celebrate the first U.S. president on Monday, 292 years after he was born.
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Here's what's open and closed on Presidents Day 2024 and why we celebrate the holiday
Here’s a look at what Presidents Day is, when it takes place this year and what will be open and closed.
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What is Lunar New Year and how is it celebrated?
What is the Lunar New Year and who celebrates it? What do you say, eat or do? Experts explain traditions and give tips on welcoming the new year.
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The origin story of Groundhog Day
Every February, a furry animal tells Americans how long winter will last, but do you know why?
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North Texas cities ready to help residents recycle and dispose of Christmas trees
North Texas cities have started to pick up Christmas trees for recycling, disposal and mulch, along with providing drop-off locations.
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How to incorporate a favorite spirit into your happy and healthy celebrations
No matter the time of year, drinking too much alcohol isn’t good for you. And for many of us, the holidays are (or were) a time of overindulgence! But Consumer Reports has tips to incorporate a favorite wine, beer, or cocktail into your happy and healthy celebrations.
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Raise a glass to a healthy New Year
Consumer Reports has tips to incorporate a favorite wine, beer, or cocktail into your happy and healthy celebrations.
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Thursday the busiest day on Texas roads
AAA is predicting Thursday and Saturday will be the busiest for drivers as we head into the new year. NBC 5’s Larry Collins explains millions of Texans will hit the road in the coming days.
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Holiday Photos: Abby, Casey and Lucy
Abby as well as Casey and Lucy were featured during the holiday photos segment on Dec. 27, 2023.