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The hustle and bustle of the often is the son of God. is a day of hectic holiday season can make it easy great joy in the Christian faith because to overlook religion during this special it marks the beginning of Jesus’ time Make worship an time of year. on earth. Come the holidays, adherents of Both Chanukah and Christmas, while Judaism celebrate Chanukah while joyous celebrations, are laced with integral part of the many Christians celebrate Christmas. solemnity. The Second Jewish Temple Though different, the two holidays was desecrated by Greek-Syrians, who share some similarities. had erected an altar to Zeus and sac- In celebration of Chanukah, families rificed pigs within its sacred walls. At holiday season gather for an eight-day commemora- this point in time, Jews had to practice tion to honor the rededication of the their faith in secret, reading the Torah Second Temple of Jerusalem and a underground and using dreidels to miracle in which a small amount of oil simulate games and confuse Greek illuminated a menorah for eight days. soldiers. However, the Jews, led by a Perhaps because it falls during the small group of rebels known as the holiday season, Chanukah has become Maccabees, persevered, marking the one of the most well-known Jewish joy of Chanukah for years to come. celebrations, even for those who do The period leading up to Christmas not adhere to the Jewish faith. known as Advent is a time for repen- For devout Christians, Christmas isn’t tance and preparation for the grace about eggnog and Santa Claus. Christmas and miracle of Jesus’ birth. According (Christ’s Mass) is a celebration of the birth to .com, the word “advent” of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe is derived from the Latin word “adven- tus,” meaning “coming.” Advent is a time to both reflect on the past and look forward to the future. Much like Lent, Advent is intended to be a season of fasting, prayer and reaching out to God. During the holiday season, houses of worship customarily host prayer sessions and special holiday-related events. The faithful are encouraged to participate in these events in celebra- tion of their faith. Prayer can help remove distractions during the holiday season, helping individuals reconnect with the true meaning of the holiday season. Dr. Mark Musgrave OH-70158559 Orthodontist Wishing You A Happy Holiday Season www.musgraveorthodontics.com Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics 98 W. William St. Delaware, OH 81 (740) 362-6952

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Tips for safe holiday entertaining in pet-friendly households The holidays are a time to spend with friends scraps that may cause stomach upset or worse. • Watch the door. Guests going in and out may and family. Celebrating and entertaining are large Real Simple magazine warns that fatty foods can inadvertently leave doors open. In such instances, components of what makes Thanksgiving, Christmas, promote pancreatitis — a potentially dangerous pets who get scared or are door dashers may be Chanukah, and New Years festivities so enjoyable. inflammation of the pancreas that produces toxic able to escape the house. Put a note by the door to Holiday hosts with pets must consider companion enzymes and causes illness and dehydration. Small watch for escaping pets. bones can get lodged in a pet’s throat or intestines animals when planning the festivities. • Designate a safe space for pets. If the holiday as well. The holiday season brings added dangers for pets. hustle proves too much for cats, dogs, birds, and The American Veterinary Association notes that, by • Avoid artificial sweeteners. Exercise caution more, give the pet a safe, quiet spot away from the keeping hazards in mind, pet owners can ensure when baking sugar-free desserts. The artificial crowds. sweetener xylitol can cause dogs’ blood pressure their four-legged friends enjoy the season as much Holiday hosts should factor in pet safety when they to drop to dangerously low levels. Xylitol is found as everyone else. open their homes to guests. in some toothpastes and gum, so tell overnight Secure the tree. • Securely anchor the Christmas guests to keep their toiletries secure to avoid tree so that it won’t tip over on anyone, including accidental exposure. rambunctious pets. Also, stagnant tree stand water Be cautious with cocktails. can grow bacteria. If a pet should drink the water, it • If the celebration may end up with nausea or diarrhea. Replenish the will include alcoholic beverages, the ASPCA says to place unattended adult beverages where pets tree basin with fresh water daily. cannot reach them. Ingested alcohol can make • Skip the candles. When creating mood lighting, pets ill, weak and even induce comas. opt for electronic or battery-powered lights instead • Be picky about plants. Mistletoe, holly and of open flames. Pets may knock over candles, and poinsettias can be dangerous in pet-friendly that can be an instant fire hazard. households. These plants can cause gastroin- • Keep food out of reach. Situate food buffets testinal upset and may lead to other problems beyond the reach of hungry and curious animals. if ingested. Opt for artificial replicas instead. If Warn guests to promptly throw out their leftovers guests bring flowers, confirm they are nontoxic so that dogs and cats do not sneak away with to pets before putting them on display.

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How to create a durable gingerbread house

Gingerbread cookies and hous- — especially for those who strive • Mind the dough. Do not roll • Kids likely will need help. es are one of the many symbols for perfection. Prepackaged out the gingerbread dough too Children may not have the of the holiday season, alongside kits attempt to take some of the thin or it may become brittle patience or steadiness to handle Christmas trees and twinkling guesswork out of the equation, after being cooked. Always cut complete gingerbread construc- lights. In fact, few confections but those who are crafting from out shapes before the ginger- tion. They can decorate the sepa- symbolize the holidays more so scratch can employ these tips bread is baked. Let the baked rate pieces of the house while the than gingerbread. as they build their gingerbread pieces sit overnight to cool components are laying flat, which Many a child (or a child at heart) houses. completely before using them is easier for kids. Adults can do has spent hours carefully trying • Go for form and not flavor. to build. the main assembly later on. to create decorative gingerbread Few gingerbread houses ever • Patience is key. Allow the • Utilize a template. Free- houses. Although gingerbread get eaten, so focus on finding icing to dry for at least a couple handing may not be easy. Cut recipes span various cultures, a dough that will bake up rock of hours after adhering each out templates using cardboard gingerbread houses originated in hard as opposed to one that piece and before moving or posterboard for various gin- 16th century Germany. The fairy tastes good. and handling the house, says gerbread pieces. tale “Hansel and Gretel” helped • Get the right icing texture. Beddall. Work in stages so that One of the most important tips solidify the popularity of gin- Pastry artist Catherine Beddall individual items can be deco- is to have fun. Don’t take ginger- gerbread, which became part of says royal icing is the preferred rated and allowed to dry. Then bread house making too serious- Christmas traditions. “glue” to adhere gingerbread the walls can be put together, ly as a novice. Rather, enjoy the Even though gingerbread hous- pieces. Beddall says icing followed by the roof pieces. experience and the centuries-old es can be fun to make, there’s no should be thick like peanut but- tradition. denying it can be exacting work ter and not runny.

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Go nuts for this nutritious winter treat

Many nuts get plenty of fanfare, on a nutty essence when roasted. from the almond to the walnut Chestnut street vendors could to the peanut — which isn’t even be found sending off wafting a nut at all! However, without aromas of inviting chestnuts from the familiar holiday tune “The corner to corner. Unfortunately, Christmas Song,” many folks may a chestnut tree blight in the not even know about a relatively early 20th century decimated obscure nut that tends to only nearly all American Chestnut turn up around the holiday trees, leading to the demise of season. the domestic chestnut industry When Nat King Cole sings — and perhaps contributing to “chestnuts roasting on an open a declining interest in chestnuts fire,” he’s referring to the starchy, with winter meals. sweet and flavorful chestnut, which is an edible nut from Today, most chestnuts are a tree native to the northern imported from Korea, China and hemisphere. Italy. The Agricultural Marketing Resource Center reports that Chestnuts belong to the beech American chestnut production is or Fagaceae family of trees, which less than 1 percent of total world are native to the mountainous production. The United States has forests of China, Japan, Europe, 919 farms producing chestnuts and North America. Chestnuts on more than 3,700 acres. There were once staples of North may be hope for reviving interest American diets because they could be found quite readily in chestnuts as new research is along the Eastern seaboard, trying to prevent the Asian blight where many early settlers first that wiped out trees long ago. landed their ships. Chestnuts Chestnuts traditionally pop were once were the most popular up in stores during the holiday From all of us at ingredient in 18th and 19th season. Unlike other nuts and Leroy’s Service Center cuisine and became widely linked seeds, they are relatively low 40 E. Central St Delaware to Christmas dinner. in calories or fats, but are a rich 740 369-9168 Early American chestnuts were source of minerals, vitamins small and flavorful and were and dietary fiber. They can be abundant in late fall. Chestnuts incorporated into many different once had a sweet flavor when meals and are worthy additions to www.autorepairdelawareoh.com eaten raw. However, they took a healthy diet. OH-70158476 Delaware Gazette Home for the HOlidays December 13, 2019 7 Steps to save energy this winter

Conserving energy is not just windows before the arrival of an eco-friendly endeavor, but a winter. Window units left in potentially lucrative one as well. windows may be allowing cold Homeowners and apartment air into a home, leading to more dwellers alike who attempt to energy consumption and higher conserve energy may do so to energy bills. If removing the units promote the long-term health of is too difficult or impossible, the planet, but such efforts also purchase window unit covers greatly reduce energy bills. that can be wrapped around the Thanks to air conditioning outside of the unit to prevent cold systems, energy bills might spike in air from entering the home. summer. But winter utility bills also can be costly, especially in homes Water heater that have not been winterized or According to the U.S. audited to ensure energy is not Department of Energy, heating being wasted. Winterizing a home water accounts for roughly 18 involves taking steps to conserve percent of the energy consumed resources and save a little money in a typical home. The DOE along the way. recommends setting water heater HAPPY HOLIDAYS temperatures to 120 F. Doing so Windows will save energy and money while A home’s windows can be a great still providing plenty of warm place to start when winterizing water when residents need to a home. If the residents of a bathe. home feel cold when sitting near certain windows even though the Fireplace windows are closed, the windows Homeowners who have likely have drafts. Feel around the fireplaces in their homes should edges of the window and frame to make sure dampers are closed determine if any cold air is coming whenever fires are not burning. in. If so, seal the leaks immediately. Open dampers are akin to open Unsealed leaks can make air inside windows, allowing plenty of cold homes cold, prompting many to air to enter a home. The DOE Senior, Military,Senior, Veteran, Military, First ResponderVeteran, Discounts turn up the temperatures on their recommends opening dampers Serving DelawareFirst Responder and Surrounding Discounts Communities thermostats, which can lead to in the bottom of the firebox the unnecessary consumption of Serving Delaware and when using the fireplace. Doing Surrounding Communities energy and contribute to high so can reduce heat loss and energy bills. allow homeowners to lower their • New Construction • Remodel Air conditioners thermostats while the fireplace is Homeowners who cool being used. • Replacement their homes with window air Homeowners who take steps to conditioning units may benefit conserve energy in winter can save by removing these units from money while protecting the planet. 8 December 13, 2019 Home for the HOlidays Delaware Gazette ChristmasTips for baking better cookies Cookies and other baked treats are if it has a high fat content; otherwise, Use a bottom rack everywhere come the holiday season. cookies may spread out and flatten. Too much heat may compromise cookie integrity. The food experts It’s not uncommon to give cookies as When it comes time to cream the gifts or arrive at holiday gatherings at Delish say to try moving cookies butter with sugar, be sure to do so onto a lower rack in the oven if they with cakes and other decadent thoroughly to incorporate air into the desserts. aren’t retaining their shape when butter and remove the grainy texture baked. Put an empty cookie sheet Cookies are a classic holiday treat, of the sugar. on the top rack. That will block the and some families even build entire Measure flour properly cookies from the most intense heat traditions around baking Christmas that rises to the top of the oven. cookies. Measuring flour the right way can ensure cookies come out right. The Mastering cookies takes a little Novice bakers making cookies Cooking Channel says to spoon the patience and some trial and error. for the first time may be a little flour lightly into a dry measuring Once bakers get their feet wet, overwhelmed when perusing recipes. cup, then level it off with a knife. Do Christmas-cookie-baking becomes Baking is a science, and sometimes it not dip the measuring cup into the even more special. takes practice to get the results just flour or tap the knife against the cup. right. However, there are some tips This will pack too much flour into the that can help yield better, buttery measuring cup and result in dry, tough bounties. cookies. Handle butter with care Slow down the eggs Butter can make or break a cookie Add eggs one at a time to make sure recipe, as butter is often the glue that each will emulsify properly with the fat holds the cookie together. Therefore, in the butter. Adding eggs en masse it is key to follow the directions care- may cause the emulsification to fail. fully regarding how to handle butter. Smithsonian.com says to leave but- Chill out ter at room temperature for 30 to 60 Follow recipes that call for chilling minutes to properly soften it. This cookie dough carefully. This process takes patience, but fiddling with butter is important for making sliced and too much can damage its delectable shaped cookies. By chilling, the dough integrity. While purists may say butter becomes more malleable for rolling is best, margarine may be acceptable and even slicing. Delaware Gazette Home for the HOlidays December 13, 2019 9

Boxing Day celebrations in • Tip service providers. Use Boxing modern times are quite different Day as a chance to tip doormen, Celebrate from those of the past. Today, postal workers, favorite delivery provides a chance persons, salon employees, or to shop sales and exchange gifts other service workers with whom Boxing Day received on Christmas. However, you routinely interact. people can put their own unique • Celebrate Wren’s Day. spins on the Boxing Day festivities. Wren’s Day also takes place in novel ways • Go horseback riding. December on . This is a 26th is also the feast day of St. Christmastime tradition with For much of the world, December contents can be distributed to Stephen, who is the patron saint Celtic roots. While the traditions 26 represents just another day. needy people. of horses. Celebrants can enjoy surrounding Wren’s Day vary in However, in Canada, the United Boxing Day also references a time different parts of Europe, the Kingdom and other former and a stroll on horseback, watch a when servants of affluent individuals horse race, visit a farm to interact myth most widely told in current British colonies, December were given a day off so they could is that God wanted to know 26 is a day to celebrate Boxing Day. with equines, or engage in other spend time with their families. The horse-related activities. which bird was the king of all Boxing Day is a significant servants normally would have to birds, ultimately noting the one holiday for people with ties to work on Christmas, and Boxing Day • Donate to charity. To pay hom- who flew the highest and lon- Great Britain. The holiday began was their respite. These servants age to the early traditions2019 Delaware of County Boardgest wouldof Realtors earn the distinction. more than 800 years ago during may have been given small gifts Boxing Day, individuals can The birds took to the air, with the the Middle Ages and gets its name and boxes of leftovers to take spend time“Deck filling the Homes”boxes Holidaywith Lightingeagle Contest outlasting Official all Rules other birds from alms boxes, 2which019 were D elawahome.re C Decemberounty 26 also marked a nonperishable foods1. Contest or belong open to all- Delawareuntil County it residences. began to drop. When the collection boxes that were kept in day when postal workers, butchers, ings before donating2. Homes to be them decorated to and/or lights oneagle beginning began December its 16, descent, 2019 a wren churches to collect moneyBoa forr dthe o f Rmilkmen,ealt oandrs other people who charity. People3. Judging also takes can place volunteerDecember 18 & 19. 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To make the filling, process the Rugelach Yields 36 sugar, walnuts, dried fruit, and Crust cinnamon in a food processor or 16 tablespoons (1 cup) unsalted blender until finely chopped and butter, at room temperature well combined (but not pasty). 3⁄4 cup cream cheese, Don’t have a food processor? Sim- at room temperature ply stir together the filling ingre- 1⁄3 cup sour cream dients; your filling will be chunky 1⁄2 teaspoon salt rather than smooth. 2 cups King Arthur Unbleached Working with one piece of dough All-Purpose Flour at a time, place it on a generously Filling floured surface. Roll it into a 10- 1⁄2 cup brown sugar inch circle and brush it lightly with 1 cup walnuts, chopped water. For a flavorful touch, brush 1⁄2 cup dried cranberries, the rolled-out rugelach dough with raisins, or currants a thin layer of boiled cider, warmed Delicious pastries 1 tablespoon cinnamon apple or currant jelly, or puréed fruit Water for brushing dough preserves, instead of water. Topping Use your fingers to spread about sweeten Chanukah Granulated sugar or coarse 1⁄3 of the filling onto the round, white sparkling sugar going all the way to the edges and Milk or cream gently patting the filling to help To make the crust using a food anchor it to the dough. celebrations processor: Place the flour and salt in Using a pizza cutter, baker’s bench Chanukah is an eight-day “fes- menorahs and enjoying foods the bowl of a food processor. Pulse knife, or sharp knife, divide the tival of lights” that celebrates the fried in oil. briefly to combine. Cut the butter dough into 12 equal wedges. Roll rededication of the Holy Temple. and cream cheese into chunks and each wedge up, beginning with the Faithful Jews led by Judah the Although fried doughnuts and add to the bowl along with the sour wide end and ending with the nar- Maccabee defeated the Greek latkes reign supreme on Chanukah, cream. Pulse just until the dough row end. Place the rolls point-side army, reclaimed the Holy Temple other treats can be included in forms chunks, and you can squeeze down on a baking sheet; lining the and were able to light the Temple’s the festivities as well. Rugelach it together. baking sheet with parchment will menorah using only a single cruse are Jewish pastries of Ashkenazic To make the dough using a mixer: help with cleanup. Repeat with the of olive oil. Miraculously, that sup- origin. Chanukah celebrants and Beat together the butter, cream remaining two pieces of dough. ply lasted for eight days. others can make their own rugelach cheese, sour cream, and salt until Brush the rugelach with milk or Today, people honor these by following this recipe, courtesy of smooth. Add the flour, mixing to cream; and sprinkle with granulated miracles by lighting their own WarmKing WishesArthur to Flour. You and Yours make a stiff dough. or coarse white sparkling sugar, if From our family to yours, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season. Divide the dough into three equal desired. Warm Wishes to You and Yours portions. Press each gently into a From our family to yours, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Refrig- James Hildreth, Agent disk. Make the disks as round as erate the rugelach while the oven is 37 E Granville St, Sunbury possible, smoothing their edges; this preheating. Bus:James (740) 965-6010 Hildreth, Agent will allow you to roll the disks into a [email protected] 37 E Granville St, Sunbury perfectly round circle, making the Bake the rugelach for 25 to 30 Bus: (740) 965-6010 minutes, or until golden brown. Re- [email protected] resulting rugelach more attractive. Wrap the disks in plastic, and chill move from the oven, and cool right the dough for about 1 hour, until on the pan. Serve warm or at room it’s firm but not rock hard. Or chill temperature. OH-70157868 longer (up to overnight), then warm Store leftover rugelach in an air- for about 45 to 60 minutes at room tight container at room temperature

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“On the first day of Christmas, my as . Each day corre- from true love gave to me, a partridge in sponds to a remembrance of differ- a pear tree.” ent religious events or people. The familiar lyrics of this tune are Christmas celebrants can sung as part of Christmas caroling celebrate well into the new year. and holiday celebrations, reaching Commemorating the 12 days a crescendo each time singers belt of Christmas can include small out “five golden rings.” The song is festivities from December 25 an English Christmas carol that was to January 5. On Twelfth Night, written in 1720. While it references historically known for parties, plenty of gift-giving, it’s easy to modern-day fanfare can mark assume the song is about giving the culmination of the Christmas Christmas gifts. However, the 12 Happy days in the song actually refer to season — with the last of gift-giving the birth of Jesus Christ. occurring on the Epiphany. 740-965-1313 488 W CHERRY ST Mon-Sat 11am-10pm • Sun 11am-9pm SUNBURY, OH 43074 Holidays The 12 days of Christmas, also Gifting, hosting friends and family, attending religious services, TACO TUESDAYS KIDS EAT FREE LUNCH & DINNER known as the Twelvetide, refers to 99¢ Tacos EVERY WEDNESDAY BUFFET OH-70157877 the festive Christian season that participating in charitable events, or ALL DAY (1 child per adult dinner Available All Day Saturday All Day celebrates the Nativity of Jesus. In opening one’s home to neighbors (beef or chicken) entree purchase. 7yrs old and under) Wed, Sat & Sun Drink Specials $1.00 Off All Margarita’s fact, the start of these days occurs and those who can use some $ $ 5 OFF GIFT CARD SPECIAL 6.99 $2.50 All Bottled Beer on December 25 and extends until companionship are all ways to Any Purchase of $30 or More Buy $50 Free $10 or (Sun-Thurs Dine-in Only) Buy $100 Free $20 Monday Lunch Buffet $3.99 20oz Draft Beer make the 12 days of Christmas Must present coupon. Not valid with any Must present coupon. Not valid with any Must present coupon. Not valid with any the evening of January 5th, the other discount or offer. Expires 12-29-19 other discount or offer. Expires 12-29-19 other discount or offer. Expires 12-29-19 $5.99 34oz Draft Beer day before the Epiphany, known more special. 12 December 13, 2019 Home for the HOlidays Delaware Gazette

Nocturnal animals and human describe this cosmic phenom- night owls may rejoice during the enon because the solstice sun . On the winter sol- seemingly appears in the same stice, people can witness the Earth’s position at noontime for several longest night and shortest day of days before and after the winter the year for their respective hemi- solstice — at its lowest point in spheres. For individuals living in the the sky. 7 facts northern hemisphere, the winter 4. It is easy to mistake the solstic- solstice generally occurs between es for the equinoxes, which also December 20 and 23 each year. occur twice a year. However, Those in the southern hemisphere the equinoxes occur in fall and experience the winter solstice spring and mark when the sun about the between June 20 to June 23. is directly above the equator In 2019, the northern hemi- and night and day are of equal sphere’s winter solstice occurs on length. December 21. The solstice may 5. Despite the winter solstice come and go unnoticed, but it’s an indicating the beginning of the winter interesting day on the calendar. astrological winter, it may not 1. Not only will the winter sol- be the coldest time of the sea- stice occur on a specific date, son. Usually those temperatures it also occurs at a specific time are reserved for January and when the Earth’s semi-axis tilts February. furthest from the sun. This corre- 6. The Farmer’s Almanac reports solstice sponds to when the North Pole that many cultures marked the is aimed away from the sun on arrival of the solstice as a time the 23.5 degree tilt of the Earth’s of death and rebirth. Early man axis. At this point, the sun also also kept track of the days by shines directly over the Tropic observing the sun’s position in of Capricorn. The information the sky. In fact, historians believe and trivia site Mental Floss says Stonehenge was created to moni- the solstice happens at the tor the sun’s yearly “movement.” same moment for everyone on 7. Many traditions associated the plane. However, the hour it with Christmas originated dur- occurs depends on your time ing Pagan celebrations for the zone. winter solstice. For example, 2. Areas of the Northern Scandinavians would burn a juul Hemisphere can have varying () log in the hearth in honor lengths of day and night on the of the god Thor. Thor’s job was solstice. For example, New York to bring the sun’s warmth back to City may have nine hours and 15 the people. minutes of sunlight on the win- While the winter solstice and the ter solstice. If that upsets New lack of sunlight synonymous with Yorkers, they may be happy to be it may not be something everyone outside parts of Finland, some of looks forward to, there is a silver NOVEMBER 15 - JANUARY 5 which get less than six hours of lining. Following the winter sol- OVER 3 MILLION LED LIGHTS EFFICIENTLY POWERED BY sunlight on the solstice. See our 42-foot animated Sparkling Spruce presented by Meyers Jewelers. Plus, reindeer, Santa and more! stice, the hours of sunlight gradu- Meet Rudolph, Hermey, Yukon Cornelius and the lovable abominable snow monster, Bumble! Zoo opens daily at 10am, Wildlights begins at 5pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and at 5pm on Christmas Eve. For more information on the magic of Wildlights visit columbuszoo.org. 3. The word “solstice” is derived ally increase by the day, eventually

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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and all related elements © and TM under license to Character Arts, LLC. All rights reserved. stands still.” It was chosen to nox. OH-70161642 Delaware Gazette Home for the HOlidays December 13, 2019 13 How to make Kwanzaa celebrations special Kwanzaa is an opportunity goals or resolutions and seeing at for families to gather and cel- least one or two through to frui- ebrate their rich cultural heritage. tion in the weeks to come. Kwanzaa is a week-long celebra- Ujima: Organize a com- tion that was the brainchild of Dr. munity-wide effort, such Maulana Karenga, a professor as helping to fix up a neighbor- and chairman of Black Studies at hood garden or raising money California State University Long to support a less fortunate fam- Beach in 1966. At a time when ily, to celebrate collective work. rioting was prevalent near where Dr. Karenga lived and worked, Ujamaa: This is the principle he thought a celebration to unite of cooperative economics, African Americans as a commu- and can be perhaps best nity and help them reconnect with supported by shopping locally. their African heritage could ben- Local businesses owners also can efit his community. support one another and cross- advertise to keep revenue in The name “Kwanzaa” is from their communities. the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” which means “first fruits Nia: Having a purpose in life of the harvest.” Kwanzaa pays is important and can keep homage to the traditional har- goals on track. Harness this vests that take place in Africa dur- principle by figuring out a passion ing December and January. and sharing it with others through Kwanzaa presents another way teaching or mentoring. to reflect on the year that is draw- Kuumba: Creativity can be ing to a close and look forward to explored through crafts, the months ahead. Kwanzaa also such as making a unity cup presents an opportunity to focus or decorating for the holidays. on family, community and tradi- Listening to or playing culturally tions — which already is a hallmark relevant songs and/or viewing of the holiday season. Individuals artwork from Africa are just a few and families can harness the mean- other ways to express your cre- ings behind the seven principles of ativity. Dan Kwanzaa by incorporating various Imani: Faith can be expressed GREEN traditions into their celebrations. by religious devotion, or Service Advisor Umoja: Celebrate unity through belief in one’s peo- by gathering together ple, parents, teachers, and lead- with other African Americans to ers. Uniting people in faith can discuss favorite components of be another way for celebrants to African culture and history. Share enjoy the holiday together. important stories and traditions Kwanzaa is a family-oriented with younger generations. holiday, and it’s easy for every- home Kujichagulia: one to play a role in making Encourage the practice Kwanzaa celebrations even more of self-determination by setting meaningful. OH-70158477 14 December 13, 2019 Home for the HOlidays Delaware Gazette Enjoy more time outdoors (even when it’s cold) The amount of time people book or camera and capture spend outdoors has dramatically nature in winter. White-washed decreased, as the Environmental hills can be beautiful to behold, Protection Agency now reports the and many small animals and birds average American spends 87 per- look even more vivid against the cent of his or her time in a residence, white backdrop of snow. school building or workplace. Make an obstacle course Being outside is linked to bet- Turn an area of the yard or park ter moods, more physical activity into a homemade obstacle course. and less exposure to contaminants It’s much more difficult, — and a (concentrations of some pollut- great workout — to try to jump over ants are often two to five times snow mounds or run down paths higher11/19/25 indoors). -Also, OH people who when decked out in warm layers. spend time outside may not come Engage in lighthearted competi- into contact with surface germs or tions with friends and family mem- develop various illnesses spread as bers. often as those who spend a lot of Build a bonfire time indoors. 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OH-70159780 plenty to see. Bring along a sketch hypothermia. Delaware Gazette Home for the HOlidays December 13, 2019 15 The history behind popular New Year’s traditions New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Ball drop Day are a time to both reflect on While not everyone can ven- the past year and to look forward ture to New York City’s famed to the excitement the months Times Square to watch the ball ahead will bring. There may drop in person, millions tune in be confetti, there are probably around the world to watch it on noisemakers and some bubbly television. Original celebrations is likely overflowing from cham- in New York centered around pagne flutes. listening to the bells of Trinity to royalty at the start of the year. These are but a few New Year’s New Year’s celebrations can be Church ring at midnight, but Many of these traditions merged traditions. The history behind traced back thousands of years the New Year’s Eve celebrations into modern resolution-making, these traditions is storied, just like to ancient Babylon. And as with were later moved to the New according to Live Science. the holiday itself. many holidays with deep histories, York Times building in 1904. traditions are the hallmark of many Fireworks were part of those cel- as “once upon a time.” The song is New Year’s celebrations. While ebrations, but hot ash and sparks falling on spectators led to a ban about preserving old friendships many people perform these tradi- Did you know? and reminiscing about events that tions by rote, it can be interesting on fireworks, and event organiz- occurred during the year. Many ers needed another spectacle to “Auld Lang Syne” is a Scottish poem to delve into the history behind that was written by Robert Burns in people sing it to evoke fellowship various components of New Year’s draw crowds, according to PBS. 1788. Burns claimed when he wrote and nostalgia, though most can- celebrations. Publisher Adolph Ochs asked his the words down and put them to not fully get past the first verse of chief electrician Walter Palmer to Champagne music, and later sent them the poem the song. Its lyrics are a challenge create something visually appeal- to the unfamiliar — even among Toasting the new year with a to the Scots Musical Museum, that ing. Inspired by the maritime those who grew up in the United sparkling wine can be traced back “Auld Lang Syne” was an ancient tradition of dropping a time ball song, but he had been the first to Kingdom. According to a 2018 poll to French champagne producers. at harbor so that sailors could record it on paper. According to by the British supermarket chain Champagne, a sparkling wine set their own timepieces while Scotland.org, the phrase “auld lang Sainsbury’s, just 3 percent of people from a specific region of , at sea, Palmer devised the idea syne” translates roughly to “for old who live in England know the words was used in the baptism of the to “Auld Lang Syne.” Among Scots, of dropping an illuminated ball times’ sake.” Others have translated Frankish warrior Clovis, according only 7 percent know all the lyrics. on New Year’s Eve. This has been it to mean “time goes by” or even to the Champagne Committee of France. Soon, champagne tradition since 1907. became a key part of religious Resolutions events, coronations and soirees New Year’s resolutions can be May all your dreams come — as well as secular rituals that traced to the Mesopotamians. replaced formerly religious ritu- Ancient Babylonians also made true this holiday season and als, according to the book “When spoken resolutions during a Champagne Became French” by 12-day-long New Year Festival. throughout the new year. Kolleen Guy. Champagne manu- These resolutions were oaths facturers eventually linked the made to the sitting or new king bubbly to festive occasions with and were considered essential family, and New Year’s celebra- to keeping the kingdom in the tions became another ideal time gods’ favor. The Romans also had to pop the cork on a bottle. a similar tradition of swearing oath OH-70160720 16 December 13, 2019 Home for the HOlidays Delaware Gazette

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