New Years Practices
In what country are New Year’s fortunes predicted by cutting an apple and interpreting the shape of its core to determine one’s fate?
Czech Republic
According to the Chinese New Year Calendar, 2026 will be the year of the what?
Horse
In Home Alone, where does Kevin’s family go for Christmas?
Paris, France
Where in Oregon does it snow the most?
What legislative bill established DELC?
HB 3073 (2021)
If you hope to travel the world in the New Year, in what country might you get out your luggage and take it for a walk around the block?
Mexico, Colombia, Panama, Ecuador, and other Latin American countries
2026 will be the 250th anniversary of what?
The signing of the Declaration of Independence
In Elf, what department store does Buddy get a job at?
Gimbels
Where in Oregon does it snow the least?
Seaside
Before becoming ELD, what agency was the division a part of?
Employment Department
In Chile, where are New Year’s Eve masses held?
Cemeteries
April 1, 2026, will mark the 50th anniversary of what US tech company?
Apple Computer Company
Where do Michael, Dwight, Jim, and Andy go for lunch in the Christmas episode?
Benihana
Which Oregon town hosts a Victorian Christmas Parade?
Jacksonville
What year was Healthy Families Oregon established?
1993
Which country celebrates New Years Eve with throwing white flowers into the ocean?
Brazil
In 1926, British critic, newspaper editor and author James Douglas predicted that a certain kind of commercial business would shutter their doors in 2026. Hint: the prediction is partially correct!
Cinemas
How many lights were on the Griswold’s house in Christmas Vacation?
25,000
Where in Oregon can you take part in the Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition?
Portland
What three programs joined to create ELD?
Child Care Division, Oregon Prekindergarten, and Healthy Families Oregon
What food is often eaten in Japan to welcome the New Year?
Soba noodles
What is another way to say 250th anniversary?
Semiquincentennial, Sestercentennial, or Bisesquicentennial
In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what article of clothing made Frosty come to life?
Old Silk Hat
Near what holiday-named town can you explore Hole-in-the-Ground?
Christmas Valley
Which building did the division move into when becoming the ELD?
State Lands Building