Is there a Christmas pickle on your tree this year? Learn the interesting origins of this unique holiday tradition.
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Event related posts regarding holidays, observances, forecasts, astronomical and other noteworthy events.
Meet the songbirds that adorn many of our holiday decorations, from cards to ornaments.
Read MoreChestnuts roasting on an open fire was once a popular Christmas tradition. You can bring it back and make them at home with this easy method.
Read MoreThese Christmas legends from around the world are so sinister, you'll want to be good, for goodness' sake!
Read MorePartridges, geese, hens, and more... Here is a closer look at the many wild birds given as gifts in the popular Christmas carol.
Read MoreChristmas kissing balls were once the fashionable way to deck the halls. Learn about this vintage tradition. Are they making a comeback?
Read More'Tis the season for decking the halls with red and green, but did you ever wonder why these colors are associated with Christmas? We explain.
Read MoreThis month, Mars puts on quite a show: it shines its brightest and best, pairs up with the Harvest Moon, and won't come this close to Earth until 2035!
Read MoreLearn how tacos came to be a national obsession and a top-5 favorite food!
Read MoreDinner and a show? Be sure to step outside Saturday night to catch this stunning display. We tell you where and when to watch!
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