The holiday's date is determined by the spring equinox and full moon cycle. On the Gregorian calendar (the one we use), ...

Before Christ came wreaths had long been in use, as symbols of fertility ... A special form of wreath is the Advent Wreath, lit each evening by a designated member of the family.

Generally the tree is not decorated until late Christmas Eve as Advent is still a season of ... with little family treasures and religious symbols. Bright balls and lights are fine also and ...

Saint Valentine is celebrated on February 14, even though the liturgical calendar does not recognize him: on this day, the Catholic Church honors Sts. Cyril and Methodius, co-patrons of Europe.

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