Did you know that the Polish tradition of topienie Marzanny, where people say goodbye to winter by drowning a straw figure, has a similar celebration in Celtic culture? This ancient festival is called Imbolc. While the customs look different, both traditions share the same idea: ending winter and welcoming spring. Imbolc, celebrated on February 1st, comes from old Celtic beliefs and marks the time when the days slowly become
Photo by Photo by Marian Havenga taken from LINK Every February 2nd, people in the United States and Canada observe a holiday called Groundhog Day. On this day, a groundhog – a small mammal that hibernates in winter – becomes the center of a weather prediction tradition that is both fun and full of history. Why a Groundhog? History and Origins The idea of using an animal to
Photo by Mikhail Nilov taken from LINK Grandparents’ Day and Grandparents’ Day are very much a family holiday. In Poland, they are celebrated on January 21st – Grandmother’s Day – and January 22nd – Grandfather’s Day. On these days, grandchildren have the opportunity to thank their grandparents for their care, protection, and fun times together. In preschools and schools, younger children prepare a performance dedicated to their grandparents. They
Photo be Leeloo The First taken from Pexels: LINK In today’s post, we will discuss the Christmas Eve table. What should be on the table and what time does Christmas Eve dinner start? Traditionally, we begin celebrating Christmas Eve when the first star appears in the sky. We start by sharing the Christmas wafer and exchanging wishes with our family. Then we all sit down at the table for
Photo by Tim Douglas taken from LINK Christmas Eve is the most beautiful and wonderful time of the year. It’s a time for family gatherings, magical moments, and shared traditions that have united people around the world for years. So, what Christmas Traditions are celebrated in Poland? Christmas tree – families decorate the tree with ornaments, tinsel, and fairy lights. It usually stands in the living room
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