Since traditional Catholics generally do not put up the family tree until just before Christmas, they sometimes add some decoration to the wreath in Advent colors, which are purple for penance and ...

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The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the ...

The Advent wreath usually is placed on a table ... From December 1st, the kids open one door a day until Christmas Eve. Each ...

Looking to count down the days until Christmas with something more unique than chocolates? This selection of Advent calendars cater to everyone, way beyond the traditional chocolate-filled ones.

and the first of four candles in the Advent wreath is lit. The residents of the capital, Zagreb, traditionally enjoy going to outdoor wooden stalls selling handcrafted souvenirs, roasted chestnuts and ...

When it comes to holidays and observances, December just might be the busiest month of the year. Between the first day of the month and the very last, you've got the Winter Solstice, Christmas Eve, ...

Various practices became associated with Advent, including lighting an Advent wreath, erecting a Christmas tree, and putting out Christmas decorations. What does all this have to do with spirits?

Perfect for little ones, the Up to Snow Good Advent Calendar has 24 adorable Nutmilk characters — including an extra big chocolate for Christmas Eve. We couldn’t resist another Hotel Chocolat ...

Case in point: many brands have already begun to launch their versions of one of the holiday's most beloved traditions, advent calendars. Though you may have been delighted as a kid with versions ...