Christmas Facts
How many cards are sent to the US each year?
3 Billion Christmas cards
In what country, do they wear white for peace and purity?
Brazil
Is New Years Eve a Federal Holiday?
No
What date is the trip to see the Dyker Holiday lights? (Month, Date, and Year)
December 23rd, 2025
What are the three ornaments people used to hang up on their tree?
Apples, pears, and oranges
Where did the tradition of eating 12 grapes come from?
Spain and Latin America.
What are the three most popular cities to celebrate New Years Eve?
Las Vegas, New York City, and Orlando.
What days do we have educational workshops?
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
What holiday was the song "Jingle Bells" originally made for, and when?
Thanksgiving, 1857.
What country hangs up onions in front of their front door, and why?
Greece, as a symbol of Rebirth.
When did they start the Times Square Ball drop, and what was the ball originally made out of?
It started in 1908, it was originally made out of Iron and Wood.
What are the two creative workshops that occurred in December during afterschool?
The Ornament Decorating and the Gingerbread House Making Workshop.
What state was the first to officially recognize Christmas, and during what year?
Alabama, 1836
Why do the Philippines wear polka dots?
To symbolize coins and to attract prosperity.
What nation in the Central Pacific is the first place to celebrate New Years?
Kiribati
Name three special trips that are coming up during Winter break.
Dave & Busters trip, Bowling trip, Avatar movie trip.
Who declared Christmas as a Federal holiday, and when (Month/Day/Year)?
President Ulysses S. Grant, June 26, 1870.
What is the name of the donuts the people in the Netherlands eat?
Oliebollen
What traditions do Miami and Pennsylvania celebrate on New Years?
Miami- Features a rising Big Orange.
Pennsylvania- A Hershey’s Kiss is raised.
Who is the newest CPC staff member?