For the month of December Staff Management | SMX's Diversity Program Inclusion Council (DPIC) is recognizing all of the national cultural holidays that we celebrate in the month of December. This issue of the DPIC newsletter will highlight other December Holidays that you may not be too familiar with, and this is a more than appropriate platform to use to familiarize yourself with how others celebrate the holiday.
The Directorate of Emergency Services at Fort Meade has equipped all of its patrol vehicles with automated external defibrillators. This was done thanks to year-end funding and puts DES in a better position to save lives. AEDs can analyze a person's heart rhythm and deliver an electric shock if needed to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm. Equipping patrol vehicles with AEDs means emergency responders are more likely to have this lifesaving device on scene quickly. DES personnel receive CPR training annually which includes learning how to use AEDs, and the devices have already helped save two lives on post in the past three years.
The document summarizes Team Wall Street's visit to two impoverished villages called Los Bordos in Honduras from March 8-15, 2013. It describes the extreme poverty seen in dilapidated shacks with dirt floors and open sewage. It highlights several individuals from the village, including Minor who serves as a tour guide and soccer player but is being recruited by gangs. It also describes the construction of a sewing clinic, school, and kitchen by Sparrow Missions to provide opportunities for the villagers.
This document provides updates on Nevada Wilderness Project activities in Fall 2006, including:
1) Efforts to pass the White Pine County Conservation Act to designate over 545,000 acres as wilderness, including bringing local supporters to Washington DC to advocate.
2) A camping trip of 9 women to explore the Schell Creek Mountains wilderness area proposal amidst snow and hail.
3) Highlights of the annual Nevada Wilderness Week in Washington DC, including meetings with members of Congress.
4) A spotlight on longtime volunteer Derek Bloomquist who has inventoried over 1 million acres for the project since 2002.
The document provides information about upcoming events for the Downers Grove Park District staff in November and December. It announces the final High 5 Drawing raffle at the December staff meeting. It also lists the Turkey Shoot event on November 18th and the VHPD Holiday Party on December 7th. It provides park project updates and announces the winter brochure will be mailed the week of November 12th.
The document provides a summary of activities that took place at the Mount Abu School in November 2012. It discusses celebrations of festivals like Diwali and Children's Day. It also summarizes environmental awareness campaigns on anti-crackers and saving sparrows. Color competitions were held on drawings and sparrows. Results are provided for student and reader of the month awards as well as the Udaan annual drawing competition. Reminders are given to parents on school rules and the winter break schedule is announced.
This document provides information about direct deposit and cash pay options for employees' paychecks, as well as a work schedule listing employees' names and dates. It recommends direct deposit or cash pay cards as safer alternatives to paper checks during the busy holiday mailing season to ensure on-time pay delivery. It also encourages developing an attitude of gratitude and spending time with family and friends this Thanksgiving.
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The document announces local Christmas events, including the Vicksburg Post seeking Christmas stories from readers, Linda Fondren being selected for a special training program, and the annual tree lighting at River Region Medical Center. It also profiles Toot's Grocery, which keeps its Christmas tree decorated year-round thanks to patron Maureen Corcoran's monthly decorating. The premiere of the new Hobbit film is announced, with details provided on the premiere celebrations in New Zealand.
The Directorate of Emergency Services at Fort Meade has equipped all of its patrol vehicles with automated external defibrillators. This was done thanks to year-end funding and puts DES in a better position to save lives. AEDs can analyze a person's heart rhythm and deliver an electric shock if needed to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm. Equipping patrol vehicles with AEDs means emergency responders are more likely to have this lifesaving device on scene quickly. DES personnel receive CPR training annually which includes learning how to use AEDs, and the devices have already helped save two lives on post in the past three years.
The document summarizes Team Wall Street's visit to two impoverished villages called Los Bordos in Honduras from March 8-15, 2013. It describes the extreme poverty seen in dilapidated shacks with dirt floors and open sewage. It highlights several individuals from the village, including Minor who serves as a tour guide and soccer player but is being recruited by gangs. It also describes the construction of a sewing clinic, school, and kitchen by Sparrow Missions to provide opportunities for the villagers.
This document provides updates on Nevada Wilderness Project activities in Fall 2006, including:
1) Efforts to pass the White Pine County Conservation Act to designate over 545,000 acres as wilderness, including bringing local supporters to Washington DC to advocate.
2) A camping trip of 9 women to explore the Schell Creek Mountains wilderness area proposal amidst snow and hail.
3) Highlights of the annual Nevada Wilderness Week in Washington DC, including meetings with members of Congress.
4) A spotlight on longtime volunteer Derek Bloomquist who has inventoried over 1 million acres for the project since 2002.
The document provides information about upcoming events for the Downers Grove Park District staff in November and December. It announces the final High 5 Drawing raffle at the December staff meeting. It also lists the Turkey Shoot event on November 18th and the VHPD Holiday Party on December 7th. It provides park project updates and announces the winter brochure will be mailed the week of November 12th.
The document provides a summary of activities that took place at the Mount Abu School in November 2012. It discusses celebrations of festivals like Diwali and Children's Day. It also summarizes environmental awareness campaigns on anti-crackers and saving sparrows. Color competitions were held on drawings and sparrows. Results are provided for student and reader of the month awards as well as the Udaan annual drawing competition. Reminders are given to parents on school rules and the winter break schedule is announced.
This document provides information about direct deposit and cash pay options for employees' paychecks, as well as a work schedule listing employees' names and dates. It recommends direct deposit or cash pay cards as safer alternatives to paper checks during the busy holiday mailing season to ensure on-time pay delivery. It also encourages developing an attitude of gratitude and spending time with family and friends this Thanksgiving.
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The document announces local Christmas events, including the Vicksburg Post seeking Christmas stories from readers, Linda Fondren being selected for a special training program, and the annual tree lighting at River Region Medical Center. It also profiles Toot's Grocery, which keeps its Christmas tree decorated year-round thanks to patron Maureen Corcoran's monthly decorating. The premiere of the new Hobbit film is announced, with details provided on the premiere celebrations in New Zealand.
This document is a collection of poems written by Ed Welch titled "Poems for Dad". It contains over 40 poems on a wide variety of topics from nature to family to reflections. The poems range in length from a few lines to a couple stanzas. The introduction explains that the collection of poems is dedicated to the author's father and that poetry allows one to express themselves and potentially minister to others.
This document provides announcements for various weekly and upcoming events at a church. It includes information about weekday prayer gatherings, luncheons, showers, dinners, concerts, classes, deadlines and more. It also provides updates about local and global mission opportunities, and requests prayers for various ministries, leaders, situations and needs.
The document summarizes a Food & Fund drive held by Pope John Paul II Catholic School in Minneapolis to benefit Second Harvest Heartland. The drive collected over 900 boxes of macaroni and cheese, with students competing to collect the most boxes and build the largest tower. It teaches lessons about community, teamwork, and working to help others in need. The macaroni and cheese will provide meals for hungry neighbors throughout the area.
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The Nevada Wilderness Project is anticipating the introduction of a bill in the next 4-6 weeks that would designate new wilderness areas in White Pine County, Nevada. Volunteers recently held events to write letters and make phone calls urging Senators Reid and Ensign to support protecting places like Blue Mass, Red Mountain, Shellback Ridge, Mt. Grafton, and the South Egan Range as wilderness. Members are being asked to continue calling the Senators' offices in Washington DC to advocate for more wilderness protection in White Pine County.
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The document discusses a river boating trip taken by 15 people on the East Walker River in Nevada. It describes the river as winding through desert badlands with granite outcrops, containing a few technical rapids. The group had a great time on the day-long trip and gained an appreciation for the wild stretch of river that is within the proposed Bald Mountain Wilderness area.
The newsletter provides updates on the College of the Holy Spirit (CHS) Centennial Celebration scheduled for February 2-3, 2013. It profiles several outstanding alumnae being honored including Victoria Pineda Garchitorena and Salvacion Munsayac Bulatao for their professional accomplishments and contributions to social causes. The newsletter expresses the anticipation of alumnae reuniting to reminisce on their school days and cherish the lasting friendships and values developed at CHS.
The document discusses Kleeneze Distributors' activity weekend where many distributors got together to promote and sell Kleeneze products. It describes various activities distributors engaged in, such as setting up information booths at local events and flyering in their communities. Many distributors found the activity weekend to be productive and fun. The new Doorstep Destination flyers and holiday promotion were successful in boosting retailers' sales. Distributors were encouraged to continue holding regular activity weekends to build their businesses.
This document provides a calendar of events for the month of December that are being put on by the Fort Drum Family and MWR. Some of the notable events include an annual holiday celebration on December 6th, Trees for Troops delivery on December 8th, holiday by the fireside event at Buster's Brew Pub on December 13th, and various other holiday-related activities like snowpeople building, bowling, and trips to see holiday lights. The document provides details on each event including dates, times, locations, costs, and points of contact for more information.
The Indians' Scouts football team defeated Arcadia High School 26-0 in their first game of the season. The Scouts had a balanced offensive attack, with Dominick Ortiz scoring two touchdowns and quarterback Nathan Castro completing all of his passes, including three for touchdowns. The Running Bears "White" team defeated the Stallions, with Zach Garcia scoring five touchdowns. The Warriors football team defeated the previously undefeated Boyle Heights Wolfpack 13-12 in a close game. The Indians' "Green" football team defeated Arcadia, with their offense led by Jesse Preciado, Efrain Martinez, and Angel Adargaz scoring multiple touchdowns. The Indians also defeated the Bruins 38-26 in another
This newsletter from Navy Region Southwest provides information to support military families and connect Navy commands with local K-12 schools. It includes sections on current events at schools near installations, partnerships between commands and schools, support for transitions like deployments and PCS moves, and resources for homeless liaisons and exceptional family members. The newsletter aims to address educational issues affecting military children in the region.
This document provides instructions for an annual Thanksgiving road trip challenge game. It asks readers to identify 12 Ohio towns whose names begin with the letters in Thanksgiving by looking at clues on a state map. If completed correctly, the first letter of each town will spell out Thanksgiving. It also includes a bonus riddle to identify a Columbus street. Readers are encouraged to use a state map to play along and test their knowledge of Ohio geography.
Tom Cavanagh starred as Ron Spencer in the 2013 film The Birder, which was filmed entirely in Windsor-Essex. Cavanagh took on the role of a down-on-his-luck high school teacher and birder. While the film did not win Academy Awards, it has been praised for its script and heart. Cavanagh notes the importance of community support for independent films like The Birder and enjoyed working with the local filmmakers.
2012 Reflections Literature Award of ExcellenceCaliforniaPTA
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The document is a student essay that discusses how diversity means many things and is everywhere. It describes several students in the class who have different backgrounds, interests, and aspirations. The essay concludes that by being ourselves and representing our heritage, we impact the world through our unique fingerprints and change it in our own way.
The document summarizes local news from Binghamton, New York on November 27, 2011. It discusses the successful Maine-Endwell football team looking forward to next season with many returning players. It also mentions a basketball game between BU and Missouri. Additionally, it covers small businesses benefitting from "Small Business Saturday" promotions and local shoppers supporting small, local shops for unique gifts. Finally, it provides an overview of Steuben Glass, an iconic American crystal company, preparing to close its factory after over a century of operations due to financial difficulties.
This document provides information about Greenland, including:
- Greenland's ice cap is melting due to climate change, which will cause sea levels to rise significantly and potentially flood coastal areas.
- The article describes a cruise exploring Greenland's Disko Bay region, with stunning glacial landscapes and wildlife spotting.
- Background facts on Greenland cover its geography, climate, economy based on fishing, history including Viking and Inuit settlements, and current status as an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.
The document summarizes the fable "Our Iceberg Is Melting" which tells the story of a colony of emperor penguins whose iceberg home is melting due to climate change. One curious penguin named Fred notices signs of melting and tries to warn the other penguins. After facing resistance to change, Fred and others are eventually able to convince the leaders of the colony to form a plan to find a new home. Scouts are sent out and a new iceberg is found, allowing the colony to relocate to safety before their original home breaks apart. The story is an allegory for managing organizational change.
The document summarizes the fable "Our Iceberg Is Melting" which tells the story of a colony of emperor penguins whose iceberg home is melting due to climate change. One penguin named Fred notices signs of cracking and melting in the iceberg. He tries to convince the colony's leaders that they are in danger but they do not believe him at first. After gathering evidence, the leaders develop a plan to find a new home and relocate the entire colony before the iceberg breaks apart, demonstrating effective change management. The colony is eventually able to successfully migrate to a new location.
Latino Heritage Month begins on September 15th and celebrates the independence of several Latin American countries. It recognizes the cultures and contributions of Latino Americans. The term Latino refers to people of Spanish-speaking origin in the US of any race. There are now over 35 million Latinos in the US according to the 2000 Census. Famous Latinos include Roberto Clemente, Celia Cruz, Oscar De La Hoya, and many others in fields like sports, music, acting, and politics. An Illinois state bill also recently passed to support undocumented students seeking higher education.
The frontend code is often treated like a step child and after a while things get messy and complicated. In 2014 there is a lot of things and toys a developer can do and use to avoid dying in 'brownfield hell'. I'd like to share some of my insights
This document is a collection of poems written by Ed Welch titled "Poems for Dad". It contains over 40 poems on a wide variety of topics from nature to family to reflections. The poems range in length from a few lines to a couple stanzas. The introduction explains that the collection of poems is dedicated to the author's father and that poetry allows one to express themselves and potentially minister to others.
This document provides announcements for various weekly and upcoming events at a church. It includes information about weekday prayer gatherings, luncheons, showers, dinners, concerts, classes, deadlines and more. It also provides updates about local and global mission opportunities, and requests prayers for various ministries, leaders, situations and needs.
The document summarizes a Food & Fund drive held by Pope John Paul II Catholic School in Minneapolis to benefit Second Harvest Heartland. The drive collected over 900 boxes of macaroni and cheese, with students competing to collect the most boxes and build the largest tower. It teaches lessons about community, teamwork, and working to help others in need. The macaroni and cheese will provide meals for hungry neighbors throughout the area.
Arkansas Minuteman Newspaper -
The appearance of
advertising in this
publication does not
constitute endorsement
by the Arkansas National
Guard. This civilian
enterprise National Guard
newspaper is an authorized
publication for members
of the U.S. military
services, published
under the provisions
of AR 360-1, AFI35-101
and the Arkansas
Military Department.
The Nevada Wilderness Project is anticipating the introduction of a bill in the next 4-6 weeks that would designate new wilderness areas in White Pine County, Nevada. Volunteers recently held events to write letters and make phone calls urging Senators Reid and Ensign to support protecting places like Blue Mass, Red Mountain, Shellback Ridge, Mt. Grafton, and the South Egan Range as wilderness. Members are being asked to continue calling the Senators' offices in Washington DC to advocate for more wilderness protection in White Pine County.
This summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
The document discusses a river boating trip taken by 15 people on the East Walker River in Nevada. It describes the river as winding through desert badlands with granite outcrops, containing a few technical rapids. The group had a great time on the day-long trip and gained an appreciation for the wild stretch of river that is within the proposed Bald Mountain Wilderness area.
The newsletter provides updates on the College of the Holy Spirit (CHS) Centennial Celebration scheduled for February 2-3, 2013. It profiles several outstanding alumnae being honored including Victoria Pineda Garchitorena and Salvacion Munsayac Bulatao for their professional accomplishments and contributions to social causes. The newsletter expresses the anticipation of alumnae reuniting to reminisce on their school days and cherish the lasting friendships and values developed at CHS.
The document discusses Kleeneze Distributors' activity weekend where many distributors got together to promote and sell Kleeneze products. It describes various activities distributors engaged in, such as setting up information booths at local events and flyering in their communities. Many distributors found the activity weekend to be productive and fun. The new Doorstep Destination flyers and holiday promotion were successful in boosting retailers' sales. Distributors were encouraged to continue holding regular activity weekends to build their businesses.
This document provides a calendar of events for the month of December that are being put on by the Fort Drum Family and MWR. Some of the notable events include an annual holiday celebration on December 6th, Trees for Troops delivery on December 8th, holiday by the fireside event at Buster's Brew Pub on December 13th, and various other holiday-related activities like snowpeople building, bowling, and trips to see holiday lights. The document provides details on each event including dates, times, locations, costs, and points of contact for more information.
The Indians' Scouts football team defeated Arcadia High School 26-0 in their first game of the season. The Scouts had a balanced offensive attack, with Dominick Ortiz scoring two touchdowns and quarterback Nathan Castro completing all of his passes, including three for touchdowns. The Running Bears "White" team defeated the Stallions, with Zach Garcia scoring five touchdowns. The Warriors football team defeated the previously undefeated Boyle Heights Wolfpack 13-12 in a close game. The Indians' "Green" football team defeated Arcadia, with their offense led by Jesse Preciado, Efrain Martinez, and Angel Adargaz scoring multiple touchdowns. The Indians also defeated the Bruins 38-26 in another
This newsletter from Navy Region Southwest provides information to support military families and connect Navy commands with local K-12 schools. It includes sections on current events at schools near installations, partnerships between commands and schools, support for transitions like deployments and PCS moves, and resources for homeless liaisons and exceptional family members. The newsletter aims to address educational issues affecting military children in the region.
This document provides instructions for an annual Thanksgiving road trip challenge game. It asks readers to identify 12 Ohio towns whose names begin with the letters in Thanksgiving by looking at clues on a state map. If completed correctly, the first letter of each town will spell out Thanksgiving. It also includes a bonus riddle to identify a Columbus street. Readers are encouraged to use a state map to play along and test their knowledge of Ohio geography.
Tom Cavanagh starred as Ron Spencer in the 2013 film The Birder, which was filmed entirely in Windsor-Essex. Cavanagh took on the role of a down-on-his-luck high school teacher and birder. While the film did not win Academy Awards, it has been praised for its script and heart. Cavanagh notes the importance of community support for independent films like The Birder and enjoyed working with the local filmmakers.
2012 Reflections Literature Award of ExcellenceCaliforniaPTA
This summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
The document is a student essay that discusses how diversity means many things and is everywhere. It describes several students in the class who have different backgrounds, interests, and aspirations. The essay concludes that by being ourselves and representing our heritage, we impact the world through our unique fingerprints and change it in our own way.
The document summarizes local news from Binghamton, New York on November 27, 2011. It discusses the successful Maine-Endwell football team looking forward to next season with many returning players. It also mentions a basketball game between BU and Missouri. Additionally, it covers small businesses benefitting from "Small Business Saturday" promotions and local shoppers supporting small, local shops for unique gifts. Finally, it provides an overview of Steuben Glass, an iconic American crystal company, preparing to close its factory after over a century of operations due to financial difficulties.
This document provides information about Greenland, including:
- Greenland's ice cap is melting due to climate change, which will cause sea levels to rise significantly and potentially flood coastal areas.
- The article describes a cruise exploring Greenland's Disko Bay region, with stunning glacial landscapes and wildlife spotting.
- Background facts on Greenland cover its geography, climate, economy based on fishing, history including Viking and Inuit settlements, and current status as an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.
The document summarizes the fable "Our Iceberg Is Melting" which tells the story of a colony of emperor penguins whose iceberg home is melting due to climate change. One curious penguin named Fred notices signs of melting and tries to warn the other penguins. After facing resistance to change, Fred and others are eventually able to convince the leaders of the colony to form a plan to find a new home. Scouts are sent out and a new iceberg is found, allowing the colony to relocate to safety before their original home breaks apart. The story is an allegory for managing organizational change.
The document summarizes the fable "Our Iceberg Is Melting" which tells the story of a colony of emperor penguins whose iceberg home is melting due to climate change. One penguin named Fred notices signs of cracking and melting in the iceberg. He tries to convince the colony's leaders that they are in danger but they do not believe him at first. After gathering evidence, the leaders develop a plan to find a new home and relocate the entire colony before the iceberg breaks apart, demonstrating effective change management. The colony is eventually able to successfully migrate to a new location.
Latino Heritage Month begins on September 15th and celebrates the independence of several Latin American countries. It recognizes the cultures and contributions of Latino Americans. The term Latino refers to people of Spanish-speaking origin in the US of any race. There are now over 35 million Latinos in the US according to the 2000 Census. Famous Latinos include Roberto Clemente, Celia Cruz, Oscar De La Hoya, and many others in fields like sports, music, acting, and politics. An Illinois state bill also recently passed to support undocumented students seeking higher education.
The frontend code is often treated like a step child and after a while things get messy and complicated. In 2014 there is a lot of things and toys a developer can do and use to avoid dying in 'brownfield hell'. I'd like to share some of my insights
Craftsmanship is defined as a "Enduring, basic human impulse, the desire to do a job well for it's own sake" and starting from this definition we can highlight some of the specifics of the job as Programmer as well as the questions that arise over time when we get better in our jobs. Trying to answer this question brings interesting insights as old as ancient Greece and still valid for PHP today.
The Autism Society has been honoring National Autism Awareness Month since the 1970s. The United States recognizes April as a special opportunity for everyone to educate the public about autism and issues within the autism community.
W.R. Berkley has seen its market share in commercial insurance grow from 0.57% to 1.84% over the past two decades by focusing on specialty niches that require expertise. The company's founder, William R. Berkley, has handed leadership over to his son Robert, having worked together for 18 years to refine the strategy. Both expect a seamless transition as Robert becomes CEO while William takes the role of executive chairman.
This document provides information about celebrating Veterans Day and honoring veterans, including recommending movies about the military or veterans and describing a "Wall of Thanks." It also lists the date and details of the annual Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as some famous people buried there.
This document provides an overview of key themes, characters, motifs, techniques, and contextual factors in Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. The major themes discussed are poverty and suffering, memory and nostalgia, festivity, and family. Important characters include Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Jacob Marley, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past/Present/Future. Motifs examined include food, light/shadow, time, music, and Christmas. The document also analyzes literary techniques used by Dickens and the role of the supernatural spirits in the story.
The British celebrate Christmas through several traditions: sending Christmas cards, watching nativity plays, having family gatherings, singing carols, writing letters to Santa, and making snowmen. They decorate trees with lights, tinsel, and baubles. On Christmas Eve, children leave mince pies and milk for Santa. On Christmas Day, families open presents under the tree and have a traditional meal of roast turkey, roast potatoes, cranberry sauce, and Christmas pudding.
The document provides a preview of family and MWR events and activities for the month of December at Fort Drum, including a holiday tree lighting ceremony, Christmas carols, a visit from Santa, trips to see a ballet performance of The Nutcracker and visit Niagara Falls for New Year's Eve, a family holiday celebration with entertainment and pizza, and daily activities at BOSS on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve including food, games, and a free New Year's Eve concert. The preview also lists dining specials and events at The Commons activity center and Buster's Brew Pub on base.
The document discusses various Christmas traditions and symbols such as decorating Christmas trees, hanging mistletoe, exchanging gifts, eating Christmas pudding and cake, singing carols, attending nativity plays, and the origins of traditions like Christmas crackers and Father Christmas. It also mentions religious aspects of Christmas like the story of Jesus' birth and going to church for special services.
This blog is to rescue you from hours of channel surfing or digging through streaming sites. Simply bookmark our definitive guide of the best Classic Christmas movies to watch, and refer back to it as you’re planning out your viewing for the night.
This newsletter summarizes events and activities at the KELC daycare center for the month of December. It announces that staff member Robin will be leaving for Florida for the winter and her temporary replacement Jennifer Perrino. Upcoming events include a holiday program, visit from Santa, and the center will be closed for Christmas and New Years. The classrooms provide more details on their themes, activities with residents of a nearby care center, and birthday celebrations for the month.
This document provides information about Halloween traditions and activities. It discusses how Halloween is celebrated on October 31st in both the UK and US. Common Halloween traditions are described, such as carving pumpkins and going trick-or-treating. The document also includes Halloween vocabulary words, rhymes, and suggestions for activities like bobbing for apples and Halloween-themed games and discussions.
The document describes how Christmas is celebrated in Britain. Some key traditions include sending Christmas cards, watching nativity plays, singing Christmas carols, decorating Christmas trees, and having large family meals on Christmas Day that typically include roast turkey, roast potatoes, and Christmas pudding. Children leave mince pies and carrots for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.
The document describes how Christmas is celebrated in Britain. Some key traditions include sending Christmas cards, watching nativity plays, singing Christmas carols, decorating Christmas trees, and having large family meals on Christmas Day that typically include roast turkey, roast potatoes, and Christmas pudding. Children leave mince pies and carrots for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.
The document describes how Christmas is celebrated in Britain. Some key traditions include sending Christmas cards, watching nativity plays, singing Christmas carols, decorating Christmas trees, and having large family meals on Christmas Day that typically include roast turkey, roast potatoes, and Christmas pudding. Children leave mince pies and carrots for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.
The document describes how Christmas is celebrated in Britain. Some key traditions include sending Christmas cards, watching nativity plays, singing Christmas carols, decorating Christmas trees, and having large family meals on Christmas Day that typically include roast turkey, roast potatoes, and Christmas pudding. Children leave mince pies and carrots for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.
The document describes how Christmas is celebrated in Britain. Some key traditions include sending Christmas cards, watching nativity plays, singing Christmas carols, decorating Christmas trees, and having large family gatherings for a Christmas dinner that typically includes roast turkey, roast potatoes, and Christmas pudding. On Christmas Eve, children leave out mince pies and carrots for Santa and his reindeer, and on Christmas Day they open presents under the tree.
Over the holiday season, Lighthouse Inc. provided meals and gifts to over 5,000 people in need. Volunteers distributed 1,400 coats, 2,000 gifts, and food to families in central Cleveland. A youth intern reflected on his experience working with the organization, noting how serving the community humbled him and showed that those with few material possessions can have richness in other ways.
This document contains definitions and explanations of various terms and traditions related to Christmas. It provides descriptions of items like Christmas stockings, candy canes, fruitcake, and eggnog. It also explains traditions such as caroling, mistletoe kissing, and Boxing Day. Several quotes offer reflections on the meaning and spirit of Christmas.
The document is a summer 2008 issue of a fanzine called "Tale Coat". It includes:
1) An editor's letter introducing the fanzine, which contains stories and memoirs created during a week-long workshop where community members came together to tell tales through writing, sewing, and crafts.
2) An essay by Iain Day recounting his experience being hit in the head with eggs over the weekend and his thoughts on offensive t-shirt slogans.
3) A piece by Meryl Jones about her family's creative pursuits in crafts, textiles, painting and more.
4) An opinion piece by Helen Potter critiquing how fashion trends have
This document summarizes a Jewish children's literature club that met weekly during the fall of 2012 to read and write Chanukah stories. The club included 10 children and their teacher Ellen Berman. Each week the club read a different children's book about Chanukah and the children wrote their own original Chanukah stories. Brief summaries of 15 stories written by the children are provided. The document concludes by thanking Ellen's friend Brian for allowing her to use his computer and scanner to edit and publish the children's stories.
This document provides information from the December 17, 2009 issue of the Jack Stuart School newsletter. It includes classroom news from Classes 1G, 3H, and 2Han, as well as messages about upcoming parent volunteers, the Green Club, and important dates. It also includes a technology note and information about abscessed teeth.
This document provides information about celebrations and traditions in Unit 1, including birthdays, holidays in Ecuador, and end of year traditions. It discusses a conversation about a birthday party where one character agrees to bring a side dish. It also describes Ecuadorian traditions such as Day of the Dead, where people visit graves and have picnics, and leave offerings like colada morada and guagua de pan. Finally, it discusses the tradition of burning effigies and dummies at the end of the year in Ecuador and Latin America to symbolize the old year.
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This document advertises an upcoming conference on indirect procurement and corporate sourcing taking place from February 11-13, 2013 in Charlotte, NC. The conference will feature industry updates, workshops, roundtables, and presentations on strategic procurement transformation, globalization, supplier relations, complex services spend, and category management. It is aimed at professionals in marketing, IT, HR, facilities management, and other corporate functions involved in indirect spending. Attendees will gain insights on best practices and network with over 300 executives from various industries.
This document provides information about various October celebrations and holidays, including World Vegetarian Day on October 1st, Columbus Day on October 8th, United Nations Day on October 24th, and Halloween on October 31st. It also discusses Italian American Heritage Month, Polish American Heritage Month, and Native American Heritage Month. The document contains word searches, recipes for traditional Polish foods, biographies of famous Polish people, and recommendations for Polish movies to watch during the month.
This document discusses UNICEF's commitment to promoting non-discrimination and equality. It states that UNICEF works to end intersecting forms of discrimination that children face based on their sex and other attributes. Additionally, it notes that a key part of UNICEF's work is empowering girls so they can claim their own rights as adults and responsibilities to the next generation. Finally, it mentions that UNICEF promotes women's rights to facilitate achieving gender-equal results for children.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The document discusses several LGBT events, milestones, and topics. It mentions Illinois recognizing same-sex civil unions beginning in June 2011. It also discusses President Obama signing the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" in December 2010 and signing a federal hate crimes law in October 2009. The document recommends some groundbreaking movies about LGBT topics and rights to watch during Pride month, such as Milk, Brokeback Mountain, Boys Don't Cry, and The Matthew Shepard Story.
This document discusses aging and older workers in the United States workforce. It provides statistics that show the population and employment of those aged 65 and older has significantly increased between 1977 and 2007. Specifically, the number of older workers in full-time employment nearly doubled from 1995 to 2007, while part-time employment only rose 19%. So most older workers are now working full-time.
Staff Management became an IMAGE Charter Member in 2006 after undergoing an audit of their I-9 forms and hiring processes. This prompted them to improve procedures to better verify work authorization and ensure legal hiring practices. It resulted in process efficiencies and cost savings, while also providing validation of their commitment to compliance and client protection.
June is cancer awareness month at Staff Management | SMX. To promote cancer awareness across our company, the Diversity Program Inclusion Council created this presentation to share statistics, cancer facts and testimonials from two Staff Management | SMX cancer survivors.
How to Make a Field Mandatory in Odoo 17Celine George
In Odoo, making a field required can be done through both Python code and XML views. When you set the required attribute to True in Python code, it makes the field required across all views where it's used. Conversely, when you set the required attribute in XML views, it makes the field required only in the context of that particular view.
Level 3 NCEA - NZ: A Nation In the Making 1872 - 1900 SML.pptHenry Hollis
The History of NZ 1870-1900.
Making of a Nation.
From the NZ Wars to Liberals,
Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 InventoryCeline George
In this slide, we'll explore how to set up warehouses and locations in Odoo 17 Inventory. This will help us manage our stock effectively, track inventory levels, and streamline warehouse operations.
1. Great Movies to Watch! Winter Holiday Word Search!
With celebrating the Cultural Holiday Celebrations Find the following words in the search below.!
during the month, check out some movies that
feature great action packed thrilling stories.! BLIZZARD! ICEPALACE! SLEIGHBELLS!
BOBSLEDS! ICERINK! SKATING!
White Christmas! BOOTS! ICICLES! SNOWBALLS!
Directors: Michael Curtiz
Stars: Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and CARNIVALS! JACKFROST! SNOWBOARDS!
Rosemary Clooney!
Synopsis: A successful song-and-dance FIREPLACES! MITTENS! SNOWMEN!
team get romantically involved with a
sister act & team up to save the Vermont FLAKES! OVERCOATS! SNOWMOBILES!
inn of their former commanding general.!
HATS! SCARVES! TOBOGGANS!
!
A Christmas Story! HOCKEY! SKIING! TUQUES!
Directors: Bob Clark!
Stars: Peter Billingsley, Melinda Dillon HOLIDAYS! SLEDS!
and Darren McGavin!
Synopsis: Ralphie has to convince his
parents, teachers, and Santa that a Red
Ryder BB gun really is the perfect gift for
Creating Diversity Awareness in the Workplace
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The Three Caballeros!
Directors: Norman Ferguson & 4 others!
Stars: Aurora Miranda, Carmen Molina
and Dora Luz!
Synopsis: Donald receives his birthday
gifts, which include traditional gifts and
information about Brazil (hosted by Zé
Carioca) and Mexico (by Panchito, a
Mexican Charro Rooster).!
!
Black Candle!
Directors: M.K. Asante Jr.!
Stars: Maya Angelou, Molefi Kete
Asante and Jim Brown!
Synopsis: A landmark film that uses
Cultural Holiday Celebration Month
Kwanzaa as a vehicle to celebrate the
African-American experience. Narrated
by world renown poet Maya Angelou.!
Recognizing Winter Holidays Around the World
!
Thereʼs No Such Thing As a Generally, when you think of the month of December, you
Chanukah Bush! immediately think of the good that comes along within those
Directors: A. Paige Goldberg!
31 glorious days. Sure the month of December holds a good
Stars: Kira Spencer Hesser!
Synopsis: Robin, a young girl who deal of stress as well (End of the year projects, heavy traffic,
wants a tree so badly that she dreams of airport congestion, shopping stores with wall to wall crowds
decorated trees beckoning to her. and running the gauntlet in the grocery stores). But what
Despite her mother's explanation that
makes all of those headaches worth it, is what everyone is
people are Jewish in different ways,
which is why Sandy Goldstein can have striving for, and that is hope and happiness of creating new
a Christmas tree and they cannot, Robin memories with our family, friends and loved ones. What
still desires one of her own.! makes December more unique from any other month is that
!
this month is a constant embracement of holiday joy from all
Boxing Day! different cultures and corners of the world. !
Directors: Francis Abbey!
Stars: Ariana Almajan, Bridget Devlin !
Burke and Danny Gavigan! This month, The DPIC is proud to honor and recognize
Synopsis: Emmy brings her boyfriend, these holiday cultural events, which we at Staff
Darryl, home to meet her family. Darryl
Management | SMX celebrate. This month we will highlight
has to survive her know-it-all mother,
clueless father, deviant sister& miscreant Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Los Pasados and Boxing
brother. ! Day. The twinkle that I think is worth mentioning for the
month of December is that even the holidays that we do not
traditionally celebrate, we all still pay a small, loving
The Staff Management | SMX DPIC includes: Kenyatta Draper, Lupe acknowledgement when we say to each other “Happy
Gonzalez, Katie Smith, Jenny Reints, Pat Lach, Avery Yancey, Dayna Holidays”. So, in a slight discrete way, we are all celebrating Happy Holidays from
Corona, Jessica Lewis, Justin Schwartz, Robert Cook, Maurice Proffit,
Jennifer Fielding and Lloyd Weathers!
the world, and thatʼs what itʼs all about. ! Staff Management | SMX!!
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2. Christmas! Hanukkah!
Christmas Day is a holiday generally observed on December Hanukkah (Hebrew word for dedication) begins on
25 to commemorate the birth of Jesus, the central figure of the 25th day of Kislev in the Hebrew calendar. It
Christianity. Although nominally a Christian holiday, Christmas lasts for eight days beginning at sunset the
is celebrated by an increasing number of non-Christians previous day and is also known as the Festival of
worldwide and many of its popular celebratory customs have Lights. Hanukkah celebrates the victory (165 BCE)
pre-Christian or secular themes and origins. Popular modern of the Maccabees over the Syrian tyrant Antiochus
customs of the holiday include gift-giving, music, an exchange IV and the subsequent reclamation of Jerusalem.
of Christmas cards, church celebrations, a special meal, and According to the Talmud, only a one day supply of
the display of various decorations; including Christmas trees, nondesecrated oil was found in the Temple when
lights, garlands, mistletoe, nativity scenes, and holly. In the Maccabees prepared it for rededication by
addition, several figures, known as Saint Nicholas, Father removing all Syrian idols. Miraculously, the oil
Christmas, and Santa Claus, among other names, are lasted for eight days until oil that was fit for use in
associated with bringing gifts to children during the Christmas the temple could be obtained. This miracle is
season. ! commemorated by the lighting of the Hanukkah
! candles. The candles are placed on the menorah
or hanukkiya, a nine-branch candelabrum. The
Christmas Fun Facts! ninth branch of the hanukkiya holds the shamash,
• In order for Santa to visit every house on Christmas, he
or servant light. This branch is lit first and is used
must visit 842,000,000 homes and must travel 4,796,250
to light a new candle on successive nights. The
mph to visit each home. ! Kwanzaa! candle lighting is accompanied by the chanting of
• If you were to receive a present for each gift in “The 12 Days blessings.!
of Christmas”, you would receive 364 presents and on Kwanzaa is an African-American cultural festival !
average (according to PNC Financial Services) those gifts beginning on December 26 and ending on January 1.
would cost $18,348.87. ! The festival was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Ron Hanukkah Fun Facts!
• Over 4,000,000 tons of trash is generated annually from the Karenga. Dr. Karenga's goal was to establish a holiday • There are 17 correct ways to spell Hanukkah:
gift wrap and shopping bags.! that would facilitate African-American goals of building a Chanuccah, Channuka, Channukah, Chanuka,
strong family, learning about African-American history, Chanukkah, Chanuko, Hannuka, Hannukah,
and developing unity. Karenga identified seven Hanuka, Hanukkah, Hanukka, Hannukka,
principles, the Nguzo Saba, of the African-American Kanukkah, Khannuka, Khannukah, Khanukkah,
Las Posadas! culture and incorporated them into Kwanzaa. The Khanukkah.!
principles are Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self- • For most of history, Hanukkah was a minor
Las Posadas, (Spanish for "the inn") is a traditional Mexican determination), Ujima (collective work and holiday. It gained popularity in the late 1800s,
festival which re-enacts Joseph's search for room at the inn. responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia eventually becoming one of the most
Each Christmas season, a processional carrying a doll (purpose), Kuumba (creativity), and Imani (faith).! celebrated Jewish holidays in the calendar.!
representing the Christ Child and images of Joseph and Mary !
riding a burro walks through the community streets. The Kwanza Fun Facts!
processional stops at a previously selected home and asks for
• The colors of the candle in the menorah represents:
lodging for the night. The people are invited in to read
Green = “The Future and hope for new life”, Black =
scriptures and sing Christmas carols called villancicos.
“Unity and face of the people of Africa” and Red =
Refreshments are provided by the hosts.!
“The blood of the ancestors”!
!
• Those lighting candles for Kwanzaa contributed to
Las Posadas Fun Facts! the $1.3 billion worth of candles shipped in this
• It is said that Marco Polo brought with him the idea of country in 2002.!
piñatas: vessels adorned with color paper, that in China, • Kwanzaa is Swahili and means "first fruits."!
were broken by hitting them with sticks to commemorate
Springtime.!
• The most well-know Posadas celebration in the United
States is held in Los Angles on Olvera Street.! Boxing Day!
• Las Posadas were born when Spanish Catholic missionaries
asked Rome to give a special permission to celebrate nine The tradition has long included giving money and other gifts to those who were needy
“Christmas Masses” to represent the nine months of Maryʼs and in service positions. The European tradition has been dated to the Middle Ages,
pregnancy along with teachings about Jesusʼ birth.! but the exact origin is unknown and there are some claims that it goes back to the late
• Breaking the Piñata symbolizes abundance for the whole Roman/early Christian era; metal boxes placed outside churches were used to collect
year; may it bring happiness, food, and well being to those special offerings tied to the Feast of Saint Stephen. In some Canadian provinces,
around us.! Boxing Day is a statutory holiday that is always celebrated on 26 December. In
Canadian provinces where Boxing Day is a statutory holiday, and it falls on a Saturday
or Sunday, compensation days are given in the following week. !
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3. Help Us Give Back This Holiday Season!
Our Employeeʼs Personal Celebrations! The DPIC team has launched a company-wide
Oscar Galvez, Dell Team Chicago Help Desk clothing drive to benefit The Salvation Army and local
Each time I would travel to Zacatecas, Mexico, with my family, it would public schools this holiday season. These items meet
be an adventure. The best adventures were around Christmas time. one of the most basic needs of the people who turn
Around the holidays, my dadʼs & moms little village would celebrate a to The Salvation Army for help.!
nine day “novena,” preceding Christmas. The nine days were to !
represent the nine months of Maryʼs pregnancy, leading up to the birth Spread some cheer and warmth by bringing in new or
of Jesus Christ. Although most of the ceremony would consist of gently used clothing (coats, sweaters, sweatshirts,
religious belief, it was a great opportunity to bond as a community. etc) from December 9 th -December 16 th at
Everyone in the town was invited to join in the festivities. The participating Staff Management | SMX locations. The
ceremony starts from the Catholic Church, in the middle of the town. Salvation Army will pick-up all donated items on
The church would get volunteers from the children to dress up as the December 16th.!
Mary and Joseph. Then the priest would lead the way via a march all !
through the town, followed by the people with candles in their hands. Thank you in advance to office 133-Shannon Burke,
Everyone would sing songs and pray for the entire march. Once we 150-Willis Markel, 706-John Curd, 117-John
would reach the church again, pot luck of food would be awaiting McInnes, 0110-Avery Yancey, 781-Katie Smith for
everyone. The children would gather around a piñata and mini games your participation.!
for some fun. At the conclusion, we would all get little grab bags with !
candies, peanuts, and oranges. It was truly a memorable experience. If you are interested in hosting a clothing drive please
Thank you for letting me share my story with you.! contact us and we can help you with posters etc.!
!
Janice Weiner, Executive Director of Business Solutions Ways to Celebrate the Holidays in the Workplace Appropriately!
(written by her daughter Sam Weiner, age 15)
Hanukah is a time to be together & celebrate our heritage. It occurs
Office Party Etiquette!
on the 25th of the Jewish month, Kislev which falls in December.
Holiday office parties can be a great time for networking
Many years ago, the Jewish Temples were seized by enemy soldiers. and really getting to know the people you work with as
One man, named Mathias, stood up to the soldiers & as a result he well as those in higher positions in the company. But
and his five sons had to hide in the mountains to avoid execution. the office holiday party can also be an opportunity to
Along with them, a small group of supporters followed. Even though easily make a lot of career mistakes, one drink at a
they were completely outnumbered by the enemy soldiers, they time. In a recent national survey by nonprofit Caron
decided to go and fight. They were victorious. After their triumph, Treatment Centers, more than half the people whoʼve
they went to the temple in Jerusalem, which was completely attended work-related outings say theyʼve observed the
destroyed. In order to purify and rededicate the temple, they wanted following among colleagues under the influence of
to light the Menorah that had survived the brutality of the soldiers for alcohol:!
eight days and nights. To their dismay there was only enough oil left • 30% Seen someone flirt with a co-worker/supervisor!
to burn for one night. But miraculously, the oil lasted for eight days • 26% Heard a colleague/supervisor share
and eight nights. This has come to be known as the miracle of inappropriate details about themselves/co-worker!
Hanukah.! • 19% Witnessed someone arguing or becoming
aggressive with a colleague or supervisor!
Our family comes together for this joyous occasion. It is eight days • 9% Learned of co-workers or supervisors engaging
long, so we spend each night differently. The first night the entire in sexual activity while under the influence of alcohol!
family comes over, and we play spin the dreidel, we eat corn beef Host a Holiday Gift Swap (White Elephant)! !
sandwiches and potato pancakes called latkes. My father makes the Holiday games for the workplace should be fun and There are many traps you can easily fall into at the
best homemade latkes and we all canʼt wait to have them again. work-appropriate without being too juvenile.! office holiday party, so here is our guide so you can be
Then we light the menorah while singing the prayers of Hanukah. The ! aware of them:!
best part is that as kids, we receive Hanukah gelt (money), from the This game is played at many office holiday parties. 1. Donʼt hook-up with a co-worker!
grown ups. We also exchange simple gifts that show how much we Each employee brings a gift (pre-determine the value 2. Donʼt get drunk!
appreciate one another. The next seven days we light the candles and of the gifts) and draws a number. The person who 3. Donʼt dress inappropriately!
sing the prayers, each night we watch the menorah get brighter draws No. 1 chooses a gift and opens it. The person 4. Donʼt come late and sneak out early!
because another candle is added. The menorah not only represents who draws No. 2 can then choose an unopened gift 5. Donʼt invite crashers!
the holiday, but it represents our hope, and our will to live as Jews. or take the gift of the first person. When a person's 6. Donʼt post pictures from the party on Facebook!
Nothing will tear us down, just like the menorahʼs light shines bright, gift gets "stolen," they then choose another unopened 7. Donʼt use the holiday party as the time to
gift from the pile and open it in front of everyone. The announce your office relationship!
our spirits will shine, as the Maccabees did when they were
8. Donʼt dance too much!
surrounded by darkness. ! game continues in this manner until the person with
9. Donʼt monopolize your bossʼs time!
the last number, who gets their choice of any gift in
10. Make sure your conversations are work appropriate!
the room.!
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