NEW YORK AMERICAN CHRISTMAS It starts on the 4th Thursday in November Thanksgiving Day and it ends on 6th January

INTRODUCTION Americans have developed their own traditions and their practices have changed.  Today all Americans blend religious customs with their own family traditions. Traditions decorations go shopping Santa` s parade

WHO’S FATHER CHRISTMAS? He’s one of the icons of American Christmas. Its mission is to bring toys to all the children in the night before 25th December, Christmas Day.

NIGHT CHRISTMAS EVE 24th DECEMBER They usually carry all desserts and sweets to be generous. There are volunteers who are dedicated to feed poor and needy people.

Christmas Day On 25th December, the birth of Jesus Christ is celebrated. This celebration is also based on consumerism and shopping, during this time the streets and houses are decorated beyond belief. *Candy canes. It is said that the shape represents the "J" of Jesus and the stick of the "Good Shepherd". Turkey Mashed potatoes with gravy and pies Eggnog (drink of liquor) Cakes

New Year EVE It’s a festival that is usually celebrated with friends. Throughout the week the pubs are crowed with hundreds of people, they are celebrating the last day of the year with joy and eager to start the new year. They don’t eat grapes this night.   On 1st January, fireworks dress with color the America sky and everybody celebrates it with parties and fun.

CHRISTMAS CARDS It’s very typical to send Christmas cards to your loved ones, you wish them happiness in this holiday. This detail makes Christmas be special, it is full of joy and good wishes.

Christmas decoration in America It is a supplement that is part of the Christmas parties. The streets, shops and houses are filled with Christmas trees. The houses doors are always decorated with a crown, according to the season.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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