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December 2024
Chelsea Maton
Created on November 25, 2024
An interactive calendar showing some events and celebrations that happens in December, 2024
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The tradition of leaving out mince pies or cookies for Santa and of course a carrot for the reindeers dates back to the 19th century. The oie was originally made with minced meat, and over time, it became the sweet version filled with dried fruit and spices. Christmas traditions vary from country to country of course, but univeraslly marked by excitment, anticipation and togetherness.
Christmas Eve
Hanukkah
Christmas Day
Hannukkah is an eight day Jewish destival that usuaully falls in December but the dates vary each year because the Jewish calendar is lunisolar. Lighting the Menorah is the biggest tradition. One additional candle is lit, beginning with one on the first night, until all eight candles are lit on the final night.
Gift giving is a mjor part of Christmas celebrations among family and friends. This tradition stems from the Biblical stroy of the Three Wise Men who brought gifts to Jesus. Christmas dinner is also an essential part of Christmas Day. This could include roast turkey, ham, stuffing with mince pies and Christmas Pudding for dessert.
Cyber Monday
Cyber Monday is a major online shopping event that follows Black Friday, heavily influence by the American tradition. Click the links below to search for deals from Amazon, Currys and John Lewis!
International Aviation Day
It was established in 1996 to highlight the importance of international civil aviation in fostering a global co-operation and economic growth. The day serves as a reminder if how aviation connects people and facilitators progress worldwide, while aslo focusing on key issues like safety, sustainaility and innovation.
The Winter Solcstice occurs about the 21st or 22nd December each year and marks the shortest day and longest night in the Northern Hemisphere. It's the moment when Earth's axial tilt is farthest from the Sun, causing the Sun's rays to reach their southernmost point.
Winter Solstice
Click here to view pumpkin patches near you!
I see no reason why gunpowder treason should ever be forgot.
Remember, remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, treason, and plot.
Who doesn't love a good pastry here and there? This day is pefect to indulge in and appreciate all things pastry, so why not treat yourself? This is the perfect opportunity to supoprt your local bakery and purchasing one of their savory or sweets bakes!
Pastry Day
This day marks the enf of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It's a global celebration, often with parties and fireworks. The midnight countdown is the central moment of New Years Eve, when the clock strikes 12 at midnight and the old year has officially ended, the new one begins. This is often accompanies with cheers and singing the 'Auld Lang Syne'. A Scottish folk song that translate to "old long ago".
New Years Eve