December 1 – Advent Begins

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n Manynpeople around the world – whether they are Christian believers ornnot –celebrate Christmas on December 25, and many \also have adventntraditions – traditions, fun or stirring ways to count down thendays in December until the 25^th.
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nTherenare many sorts of advent calendars. The paper or cardboard adventncalendars generally have 24 little windows; one window is opened eachnday. Christmas- or winter-themed pictures are revealed, or continuingnbits from a story, or poems, or messages. n

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There must be an Advent calendar for everyone, with different themes such as sports, hobbies, and movie, comic book, or TV characters!

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nSomenfamilies have other sorts of advent items that provide a countdown tonChristmas. A German tradition is hanging 24 bags or boxes on a largenwreath of fir boughs. Special advent decorations with wooden drawers or with fabric pockets can be purchased or created. A super easy way to do advent is to hang 24 gift bags onnclotheslines!

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nAnothernadvent item is candles. Generally advent candles are lit each Sundaynin December, with one of the candles lit the first Sunday, two thensecond Sunday, and so on. n

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nFreedom and Democracy Day in Chad

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nPortugal’snRestoration of Independence Day 
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