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Winter Solstice, Lunar Eclipse Overlap First Time in 456 Years

For the first time in 456 years, the Winter Solstice this year (December 21st) will coincide with a lunar eclipse (very early in the morning). Historically, the winter solstice has played an important part in different cultural traditions. It is often seen as a time of renewal and rebirth,...

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Summer Solstice 2010 Longest Day in Northern Hemisphere

The Summer Solstice 2010 is the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere.  At 7:28 a.m. EST on June 21, 2010, the first day of summer officially began and brings with it the most daylight hours for the Northern Hemisphere.  The summer solstice results from the tilt of the Earth's north-south...

History of the Christmas Tree

History of the Christmas Tree

The History of Christmas Trees dates back atleast 1500 years. To the time of Ancient England. The Druids used evergreen branches to decorate public buildings, and their homes during the Winter Solstice. Westernized Christian Culture adapted these practices into their Christmas Culture. Trees...

10 Popular Christmas Gifts for the 2012 Holiday Season

10 Popular Christmas Gifts for the 2012 Holiday Season

It’s not nearly December yet but we have some great ideas to prepare you for Christmas, Hanukkah, Eid al-Fitr, Yuletide, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, and other celebrations! After all, it’s never too early to plan out that perfect gift to express your appreciation to family, friends, co-workers,...