http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/ Christmas Stories, Recipes, and Ideas from ChristmasDaddy.com en-us Copyright 2005 Poor Richard Web Press, LLC Sun, 13 Dec 2009 09:37:34 EST One day in September 1897 young Virginia O'Hanlon approached her father, Dr. Philip O'Hanlon with the sort of innocence only the very young are able to possess. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Yes_Virginia_Even_in_the_21st_Century_There_Is_Still_a_Santa_Claus.shtml Sun, 13 Dec 2009 09:36 EST A nice wild game recipe for a traditional Christmas feast. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Yuletide_Mincemeat_.shtml Sun, 13 Dec 2009 09:35 EST Wild rice, apples, and pecans make for an easy to create Christmas side dish. This recipe makes 8 to 10 servings. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Apple-Pecan_Wild_Rice_Pilaf.shtml Sun, 13 Dec 2009 09:34 EST Regardless of the type of travel, the following lists unique travel gifts you can buy friend and family travelers. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Unique_Travel_Gifts_for_Christmas.shtml Sun, 13 Dec 2009 09:30 EST Christmas table decorations for those one of a kind Christmas parties are fun and easy to make. If you do plan on making your own Christmas table decorations, they can be time consuming and if you have a dozen or so tables to decorate, you need help! http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Unique_Christmas_Table_Top_Decorations_For_Parties.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:36 EST The Twelve Days of Christmas is a holiday tradition whose song and story are both surrounded by history and lore. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Meaning_of_the_Twelve_Days_of_Christmas.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:35 EST The famous tale of the midnight visit by St. Nick. Attributed to Clement Clarke Moore, but probably written by Major Henry Livingston Jr. in 1822. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/_Twas_the_Night_Before_Christmas_A_Visit_from_St_Nicholas_.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:33 EST NORAD attempts to set the record straight in regards to outrageous allegations that have been made by several fifth grade students as to the existence of Santa Claus. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Tracking_Santa_Claus_in_2009.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:10 EST Having splashed and sloshed our way through the wettest summer in living memory, many of us Brits are severely in need of a bit of light relief. Recent statistics reveal a desperate rush to leave the country over Christmas and head to the gloriously sunny climes of Tenerife. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Top_Ten_Reasons_to_Spend_Christmas_in_Tenerife.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:08 EST Now we know how a First Lady REALLY kept the former President warm! http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Laura_Bush_s_Hot_Chocolate.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 08:40 EST The Twelve Songs of Christmas: Surprising Secrets of the Season's Most Popular Tunes http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Twelve_Songs_of_Christmas.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 08:30 EST The original Nutcracker, written in 1816 by E.T.A. Hoffman, was a morbid story not fit for children to read. Alexander Dumas revised it into a children's story about a little girl named Clara and what happened to her at Christmas. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Nutcracker_Christmas_Story.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 08:28 EST For most of us, "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" has always been a part of our Christmas celebrations. Rudolph is definitely a twentieth century creation, as he is one of the few legends that can be traced to a specific date and person. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_History_of_Rudolph_the_Red-Nosed_Reindeer.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 08:26 EST Do you ever see those beautiful gingerbread houses during the holiday seasons that are so beautiful? They look so simple, and look like such a fun project to do with the kids making gifts for grandma and grandpa. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Gingerbread_Nightmare.shtml Sat, 12 Dec 2009 08:23 EST A timeless classic that brings to heart the true sense of 'giving' during the holiday season. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Gift_of_the_Magi.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:56 EST A classic Christmas tale teaching us to enjoy life while we still have life to enjoy. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Fir-Tree.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:55 EST This adaptation from Charles Dickens' A Chritmas Carol depicts Ebenezer Scrooge's ghostly visit to the Cratchit house to witness the warmth of a Christmas Day with a family of little means. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Cratchit_s_Christmas_Dinner.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:48 EST No collection of Christmas stories is complete without the story of the birth of Christ as written in the gospel of St. Luke http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Christmas_Story.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:45 EST Christmas is the most magical holiday of them all, and it holds very deep and special meanings for all of us who celebrate it. It certainly did for my family back when I was growing up in Juliette. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Best_Blue_Christmas.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:40 EST A toughing story of how grief turns into joy because we perceive the big picture of an eternal continuum stretching into the future of loved ones assisting one another. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Surviving_Grief_at_Christmas.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:08 EST These Christmas treats are brilliant festive fun. They look really cool hanging from the Christmas tree with the fairy lights shinning through them, and they taste great too! http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Home-made_Stained_Glass_Window_Christmas_Treats.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:06 EST One of the oldest Christmas carols was actually put together in the 1,700 years ago. It is believed that "Of the Father's Love Begotten," written by Aurelius Prudentius may have been the first recorded Christmas carol. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/A_Short_History_of_the_Christmas_Carol.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:03 EST Your friends, relatives and neighbors are eagerly looking forward to your annual Christmas photo cards. But how do you make this year's holiday card really fresh and original? http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Photo_Christmas_Cards_7_Unique_Ideas_for_This_Years_Holiday_Card.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:54 EST "Cratchit, take your Christmas grab bag and be gone. Out, I tell you, or you'll be seeking new employment!" http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Scrooges_Christmas_List.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:00 EST How many times have you spent more that you could afford on Christmas gifts for your family and friends? http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/How_To_Save_Money_On_Christmas_Gifts.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:44 EST Santa Claus must be small enough to go down a chimney and does ride in a "miniature sleigh with eight tiny reindeer" which makes us wonder if perhaps the original Santa was really meant to be an elf. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Folklore_of_Santa_s_Elves.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:31 EST There is nothing to compare to the wonder and magic that a child experiences at Christmas. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Best_Christmas_Ever_Remembering_Christmas_With_Emily.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:28 EST Choosing whether you want a real Christmas tree or an artificial Christmas tree is a dilemma which many of us face every year. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Real_vs_Artificial_Christmas_Trees.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:26 EST Cookie baking is one of the holiday season's most fun traditions. To get the most out of your cookie baking, here's a few tips. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Prepare_For_A_Cookie_Baking_Christmas_Season.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:23 EST Hands down, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation is the best Christmas-themed comedy ever filmed. Personally, I make it habit to watch this movie about ten million times between Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/National_Lampoon_s_Christmas_Vacation_DVD_Review.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:59 EST The standard versions of mince pies use mincemeat, however, This vegetarian recipe makes 1 9-inch pie that is great as a Christmas dessert for all tastes. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Mocha_Mock_Mince_Pie.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:58 EST If you would like a creative, fun, and delicious way for your family and friends to spend an afternoon during the Christmas season, look no further than this idea. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Making_Gingerbread_Graham_Cracker_Houses.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:53 EST If you live in an area where milkweed grows wild, however, you can use the dried milkweed pods to make poinsettia ornaments for your Christmas tree. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Country_Christmas_Idea_Milkweek_Pod_Poinsettia_Ornaments.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:51 EST Christmas wreaths are an old Christmas tradition that is used to decorate the outside of the house, typically on the front door, to give Christmas time visitors a festive greeting. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Making_a_Christmas_Wreath.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:45 EST A Christmas story by Francois Coppee; Adapted and translated by Alma J. Foster http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Little_Wolff_s_Wooden_Shoes.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:15 EST The word Lego is taken from the Dutch for “play well”, which is leg godt. The word is now synonymous the whole world over for a toy which everyone loves to play with be they old, young, boy or girl. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/What_You_May_Not_Know_About_Lego.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:13 EST There you were, at ten to five in the evening, standing in a large department store, with two gifts still to buy and a distinct shortage of cash. 'Never again!' you said at the time. Remember? http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/How_To_Shop_For_Christmas_Gifts.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:11 EST One of the great joys of Christmas, is doing things together. That includes and making your own special decorations, like wreaths. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/How_to_Make_a_Christmas_Wreath.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:09 EST One of a handful of essential, "must-see" animated Christmas classics, How The Grinch Stole Christmas is a Dr. Seuss holiday masterpiece. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/How_The_Grinch_Stole_Christmas_DVD_Review.shtml Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:05 EST You should just simply be on your own shopping list at Christmas, just the same as everyone else you are buying presents for! http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/How_Not_To_Be_Disappointed_This_Christmas_-_A_Practical_Tip.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:53 EST Etiquette tipping experts generally agree that cash is the best way to say thank you during the holidays. However, you don’t need to break the bank to show your generosity. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Quick_Guidelines_for_Holiday_Etiquette_Tipping.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:51 EST For candle lovers in cold climates, this can be a fun and interesting outdoor decorating technique. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Helpful_Christmas_Decorating_Ideas.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:49 EST A kind word to boost our self-esteem and Christmas cheer will be more than welcomed by all. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Give_the_Gift_of_Self_Esteem_for_Christmas.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 17:15 EST There is nothing like the smell of fresh baked gingerbread. Besides, Santa likes the occasional gingerbread man snack. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Gingerbread_Cookie_Christmas_Ornaments.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 17:14 EST However you and your loved ones will be celebrating the holidays, your Christmas decorated fireplace mantel can be a main display in your overall décor. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Get_Creative_with_Your_Christmas_Decorated_Fireplace_Mantel.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:58 EST One is taken back to the Middle Ages with the pewter ornaments hand crafted and evergreens lit with candles. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Suzy_s_Journal_of_the_Christmas_Markets_Germany.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:57 EST Educational magnetic toys can be very useful in the lives of children. They can teach children about geometrical shapes, building structures, magnetism, and the effects of gravity. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Geomag_Magnetic_Toys.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:56 EST This holiday season, think about introducing your children or grandchildren to the toys, games, and books that excited you when you were a kid. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Introduce_Your_Kids_to_Your_Favorite_Classic_Toys.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 14:26 EST Twas the week before Christmas and all though the house everything was in shambles. Oh the hustle and bustle, the extra work and the stress. Is it any wonder you feel like the Kranks? http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Bring_Back_the_Holiday_Spirit_with_Family_Christmas_Traditions.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 14:15 EST Every year families are confronted with the dilemma of whether to buy a live Christmas tree, or to invest in an artificial one. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Fake_or_Fir_A_Christmas_Dilemma.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:03 EST If you are tired of your holidays being a mess, make different choices. The first time you do this your holiday still might not be great, but you will start to feel a certain sense of power coming back http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Holidays_Aren_t_Stressful_Just_Because_You_re_Screwed_Up_Don_t_Blame_Christmas.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:00 EST Now that the Christmas season is here, decorating is a top priority. Department 56 collectors of lighted ceramic houses are no exception. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Creating_Lasting_Memories_and_Traditions_with_Dept_56_Displays.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 08:58 EST It's your home/your apartment and you want to make it a special sanctuary this Christmas. How can you create a special place for your family and you? http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Decorate_for_Christmas.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 08:56 EST Christmas programs need to be something special to be a success. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Creating_a_Successful_School_Christmas_Program.shtml Sun, 29 Nov 2009 08:53 EST It is always a fun part of the holiday season giving and receiving Christmas cards. But what can you do with them after the holidays? http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Craft_Projects_You_Can_Make_Out_Of_Your_Christmas_Cards.shtml Sat, 28 Nov 2009 21:29 EST One nifty thing about consumables is that when you give them as gifts, you get to buy the same gift next year. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/For_the_Friend_Who_Has_Everything_-_A_Consumable_Gift.shtml Sat, 28 Nov 2009 21:24 EST Christmas songs are as assorted and diverse as anything I can think of. But what exactly do I mean by that statement? http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Classic_Christmas_Songs.shtml Sat, 28 Nov 2009 21:22 EST Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own Christmas tree skirt? Well, now you can! http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_tree_skirt_-_Tips_on_creating_your_own_personalized_Christmas_tree_decoration.shtml Sat, 28 Nov 2009 21:20 EST This article was first published in the American Christmas Tree Journal http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_Tree_Lots_Going_The_Way_of_the_Milkman.shtml Sat, 28 Nov 2009 21:17 EST With the Christmas season approaching, here are 10 reasons to do your toy shopping online. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_Toy_Shopping_Online_10_Reasons.shtml Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:31 EST Although Christmas is obviously associated with the Christian faith, the date and customs are much older. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_-_The_Spirit_Of_Commemoration.shtml Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:26 EST No matter whether you hang a stocking or set out a shoe, it is usually filled with goodies and not a lump of coal. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Lore_of_the_Christmas_Stocking.shtml Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:23 EST Come December, I’ll be relaxing in a hot bath with a good book while the rest of the world scrambles to amass ratchet sets, bezel set diamond studs and the latest Tickle Me Elmo. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/My_Christmas_Shopping_is_Done_Avoid_Holiday_Stress_by_Stealing_My_Tips.shtml Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:21 EST By using the tips we've assembled here and with a little care, planning, and budgeting, you will be able to have a less stressful holiday season. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_Shopping_Tips.shtml Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:09 EST Here are some tips that will keep you and your money safe during the holidays. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Holiday_Scams_and_Thieves_Exposed.shtml Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:55 EST Beginning with the weekend after Thanksgiving, there are many delightful activities all over the Cape that people of all ages can enjoy. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_On_Cape_Cod.shtml Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:52 EST Every year I vow to make Christmas easier, simpler - less stressful. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_Matters.shtml Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:45 EST To help you get through this Thanksgiving holiday, here are some essential tips for making sure things go smoothly and to make your holiday just a little less frantic. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Essential_Thanksgiving_Preparation_amp_Entertaining_Tips.shtml Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:02 EST So far, it had been my worst Thanksgiving ever. Dad had passed away a month ago. My mother had died seven years earlier. But now, for the very first time in my whole life, there had been no one to spend Thanksgiving with at my parents’ place. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Thanksgiving_Blessing.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:04 EST A tasty russet-colored bread with a hint of thyme. The directions provide for 2 loaves. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Sweet_Potato_Bread.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:03 EST Makes 90 bars (cut recipe amounts for lesser bars). http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Spice_Fruit_Bars_Christmas_Cookies.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:02 EST Roast turkey is a great family favourite, especially at Thanksgiving and Christmas. But after the feast, comes the question – how to use the leftovers? http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Leftover_Turkey_Recipes.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:00 EST George Washington and food. An examination of life at Mount Vernon, George Washington's estate, sheds fascinating light on the norms of eating, entertaining, and hospitality in the 18th century. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/George_Washington_s_Cranberry_Pudding.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:59 EST Oh, sure, Christmas is grand, and I know it has many, many fans. I'm not knocking Christmas, but Thanksgiving is more important. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/The_Importance_of_Thanksgiving.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:54 EST The conventional oven, the appliance most often used to cook a whole turkey, is not the only way to get the big bird cooked safely. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Cooking_a_Turkey_All_the_Ways_to_Prepare_Your_Thanksgiving_Feast.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:52 EST To make the best tasting turkey gravy you need three things; well-seasoned fat, flour, and a good rich broth. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Turkey_Gravy_Secrets_Revealed.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:49 EST Deep Fried Turkey, Grilled Turkey, and Smoked Turkey - all great unique ways to prepare that Thanksgiving or Christmas bird. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/3_Non-Traditional_Ways_to_Prepare_Your_Holiday_Turkey.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:43 EST What's a "turducken" you say? It was quite a task but well worth the trouble. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/This_Thanksgiving_Serve_A_Turducken_And_Delight_Your_Guests.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:42 EST An account of Christmas Past - and time... http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_In_The_City_Of_The_Magic_Windows.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:27 EST Christmas in the United States is a holiday of reverence and gaiety. Customs and traditions of many nations are interwoven in the American Christmas celebration. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_the_United_States.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:24 EST Christmas in Venezuela is a mixture of religious tradition and sheer fun. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Venezuela.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:23 EST Christmas in the Czech Republic begins with Svatej Nikulas Day, on December 6 and ends with the visit of the Tri Kralu (Three Kings) on January 6. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_the_Czech_Republic.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:22 EST Switzerland is a place where winter holiday traditions thrive. The holiday season in Switzerland is a unique blend of old and new customs; Catholic and Protestant religions; and German, French and Italian influences. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Switzerland.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:52 EST It has been said that in Scandinavian countries Christmas is so popular it lasts a month. The celebrations begin on December 14, Saint Lucia's Day and continue until January 13, Saint Knut's Day. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Sweden.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:04 EST Stretching from the Pyrenees to the Mediterranean, Spain's diversity of history, culture, and climate is reflected in unusually rich and colorful Christmas traditions. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Spain.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:02 EST In old Russia, Christmas was as colorful as the country itself, a happy, festive time lasting from December 25 through January 7. In 1991, Russia enjoyed its first official Christmas in over 70 years. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Russia.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:58 EST A traditional Polish Christmas could begin as early as November 12, St. Martin's Day, with the roasting of a goose for a feast. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Poland.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:24 EST Christmas in Peru is a mixture of Indian and Spanish traditions. People travel for many miles to set up areas in the city to sell their wares and the markets become very crowded. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Peru.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:23 EST Christmas in Mexico is first and foremost a religious holiday--the feast of the Nativity. It is a time when social life is happily blended with the religious observance. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Mexico.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:21 EST An Irish Christmas is a celebration of faith and family. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Ireland.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:20 EST In Holland, Bishop Sinterklaas arrives every year in the beginning of December. Wearing rich robes and a miter, he arrives from Spain in a boat filled with gifts. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Holland.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:16 EST Many of our Christmas customs come from Germany,such as Christmas trees, wreaths, Advent calendars, and gingerbread houses. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Germany.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:10 EST Christmas has been celebrated for nearly 1500 years in France. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_France.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:35 EST The British have been celebrating Christmas for over one thousand years. According to legend, King Arthur spent Christmas in York in 521 in mirth, jollity and drinking. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_England.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:33 EST A sign that Christmas is coming to Denmark is the appearance of nisser - little men wearing homespun breeches and sporting red caps on their heads. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Denmark.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:31 EST Christmas in Dairyland is a collection of short, true stories about a little girl growing up on a small dairy farm in Wisconsin in the early 1960s. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Dairyland.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:20 EST Christmas in China is called Sheng Dan Jieh which means the "Holy Birth Festival." http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_China.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:17 EST Canada is a country with a great number of immigrant families. Because of the many different peoples the customs of Christmas are very diverse. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Canada.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:00 EST Are you going to celebrate Christmas in Budapest? Here is some essential information about opening hours, public transport and some interesting Hungarian Christmas traditions. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Budapest.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:56 EST The feast of St. Nicholas on December 6 is the beginning of Christmas, Austria's most important holiday of the year. http://www.christmasdaddy.com/christmas-news/north-pole-press/Christmas_in_Austria.shtml Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:34 EST