Secular Christmas Carols Span Years and Traditions
New York report notes that many Christmas songs have secular roots. Jingle Bells dates to 1855, Deck the Halls derives from Welsh melodies, The 12 Days of Christmas appeared in 1780, and The Boars Head Carol dates to 1521. CT photographer Carl Skalak Jr. captured related images.
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Birds and animals receive gifts at Bay Village party
More than 100 children donated seeds fruits and vegetables at a Christmas event for birds and animals at Junior Nature and Science Center Bay Village. Gifts lined tables include bird seed dog food apples lemons peanuts carrots celery bread and potatoes as Santa asked if they had been good to the animals.
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