December 2006 Archives By Linda McClain, CTA Nearly a century
ago, many of our ancestors arrived on Ellis Island and brought
with them the customs of their homelands. Because of the many
different nationalities, Christmas celebrations, including music
and food, vary between regions of the country. For example, many
Italian families sit down to a seven fish dinner on Christmas
Eve, while the Polish celebrate “Wigilia” a 12-course dinner
that includes different fish, fruits, breads, etc. But, do you
ever wonder how people in other countries celebrate Christmas,
or if they even have a Christmas? Below are a few customs from
around the world. Do any of them seem familiar? Read the
descriptions and check the answers at the bottom of the page to
see if you’ve guessed the correct country. Unlike the red and
green seen in American décor during the holidays, bright,
tropical flowers are the decorations for Christmas in this
country. Special trips are made to gather the wild orchids that
bloom in the jungle areas. The