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Photographs
 Websites presented in alphabetical order "People of a Thousand Towns": The Online Catalog of Photographs of Jewish Life in Prewar Eastern Europe 
 This collection of 17,000 photographs from the YIVO archives is a visual record of pre-World War II Jewish communities. In some cases, the pictures are all that remains. Online albums document holiday observance, Yiddish writers, immigration, women's roles, and formal studio portraits. Users must register to search the full catalog. http://yivo1000towns.cjh.org/ Topics: History, Holidays & Observances, Judaism, Photograph Collections: History, Society & Social Science Last updated Feb 5, 2003 Carnival of Venice
This site presents information about the annual pre-Lent carnival featuring fantastic masked and costumed participants that has been held in Venice, Italy, for hundreds of years. Provides brief historical information, photographs of recent carnivals, and a schedule of events for the future carnival. The quality of the English translation of this page is somewhat uneven, but understandable. http://www.carnivalofvenice.com/ Topics: Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Recreation, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Nov 6, 2005 Cultural Profiles Project
Intended as a guide to aid in cultural awareness of new immigrants to Canada, this is a resource for learning about the "life and customs" of countries worldwide. Provides information on work, food, holidays, family life, spirituality, communication, education, sports and recreation, landscape and climate, history, health care, and the arts and literature of dozens of countries. Also available in French. From Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). http://www.cp-pc.ca/ Topics: Holidays & Observances, Holidays by Region, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Nov 19, 2005 Holidays: Thanksgiving
Loosen your belt a notch as you browse Thanksgiving menus, cooking tips, and hundreds of recipes (many featuring beautiful photographs). Includes wine and beer suggestions, a "turkey primer," vegetarian dishes, and suggestions for using up leftovers. From Epicurious. http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/holidays/thanksgiving/thanksgiving Topics: Birds, Fish, Meat, & Dairy, Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Recipes & Food Preparation Last updated Aug 19, 2008 How to Take Great Photos of Holiday Lights
This article offers ideas for taking photos of tree lights, candles, holiday lights on buildings, and other indoor and outdoor lit subjects. Includes tips for both film and digital photography, and examples of photographs of holiday lights. From a photography school. http://www.nyip.com/ezine/holidays/holidaylights.html Topics: Christmas, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Photography Last updated Dec 13, 2006 Martin Luther King Jr. & the Civil Rights Movement
Information on Martin Luther King Jr., including a biography, text of speeches and writings, some audio features, photographs, and a timeline of Dr. King's life and the civil rights movement. Also provides study guides, a quiz, and resource links, as well as reflections from others and an article about the holiday. From The Seattle Times. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/special/mlk/ Topics: Black Resources, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Notable People, Photograph Collections: History Last updated Nov 24, 2007 Oaxaca's Tourist Guide: "Noche de Rábanos" (Radishes Night) - December 23rd
A brief description of this holiday celebrated in Oaxaca, Mexico, to honor the "tradition dat[ing] back to colonial times, when missionaries taught natives how to cultivate radishes." A few photographs are included. Also available in Spanish (use the "Cambiar de Idioma" button). http://oaxaca-travel.com/guide/cultural.php?getdoc=true&lang=us&doc=home§ion=cultural&atractivo=10.08.10.06 Topics: Arts and Humanities, Crafts, Fruits & Vegetables, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional, Recreation, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Nov 25, 2002 RobertSabuda.com: Simple Pop-Ups You Can Make!
This site provides patterns and detailed instructions, illustrated with photographs, for making more than a dozen pop-up cards. Includes cards for Christmas, Halloween, Valentine's Day, and Thanksgiving. From a pop-up card engineer and author. http://robertsabuda.com/popmakesimple.asp Topics: Crafts, Hobbies, Holidays & Observances Last updated Feb 2, 2005 San Francisco Chinatown: Autumn Moon Festival
The Moon Festival is celebrated annually in Asian communities around the world (in mid-to-late September, on Western calendars). Based on the Chinese lunar calendar, this event is sometimes referred to as the Autumn Festival or Harvest Moon Festival. Find dragon and Moon Goddess legends, a recipe for the traditional moon cakes, and photographs from a local celebration. http://www.moonfestival.org/ Topics: Astronomy, Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes, Holidays & Observances, Holidays and Observances Individually, Holidays by Region, Recipes by Region, Recreation, Snacks and Baked Goods, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated May 16, 2005 |
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