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Children learn matzo making and Passover's traditions ahead of the Jewish holiday
A group of Washington area first graders had no time to waste — they had matzo to make. The students from Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation’s Capital had just 18 minutes to prep and cook the cracker-like, unleavened Passover staple. To keep it kosher for the holiday, it could not be allowed to rise. Rabbi Levi Raskin...
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What to know about National Burrito Day
National Burrito Day is non-official holiday celebrated on the first Thursday in April in the United States.
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No joke. Searching for the roots of April Fool's Day
It’s April Fool’s Day, but where did the prankster holiday come from? NBC10’s Matt DeLucia has the fun and folly in this report.
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Easter is March 31 this year. Here's why many Christians will wake up before sunrise to celebrate
Many Christians wake before dawn on Easter morning and celebrate their belief in the resurrection of Jesus, the son of God, as the sun rises.
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What is Good Friday?
Good Friday is a holiday observed by Christians and Catholics on the Friday before Easter. Here’s what you need to know.
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Are leprechauns the new Elf on the Shelf?
Leprechauns are making mischief in homes across America … and some parents feel like they’ve been tricked.
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The history of the Easter basket and some ideas for basket stuffers
Hippity-hop. Easter’s on its way! This year, Easter falls on March 31, so don’t delay in getting your Easter basket stuffers.
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Jump into these deals and freebies for leap day 2024
Whether you’re looking to save on your next meal or your next vacation, you won’t want to skip over these leap day deals.
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Have a look at the whos, whats and whens of leap year through time
Leap year. It’s a delight for the calendar and math nerds among us. So how did it all begin and why? Ancient civilizations had calendars that made periodic corrections to realign with lunar and solar cycles. But it was Julius Caesar who put into practice what we now consider leap years back in 46 BC. In large part, the idea...
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Presidents Day: From George Washington's modest birthdays to big sales and 3-day weekends
George Washington was uneasy about the idea of commemorating his life. He was the first leader of a new republic — not a tyrant. And yet the nation will once again celebrate the first U.S. president on Monday, 292 years after he was born.
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Here's what's open and closed on Presidents Day 2024 and why we celebrate the holiday
Here’s a look at what Presidents Day is, when it takes place this year and what will be open and closed.
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What is Lunar New Year and how is it celebrated?
What is the Lunar New Year and who celebrates it? What do you say, eat or do? Experts explain traditions and give tips on welcoming the new year.
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The origin story of Groundhog Day
Every February, a furry animal tells Americans how long winter will last, but do you know why?
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Philly nonprofits reap benefits as ‘A Philly Special Christmas' celebrates $3M in proceeds
NBC10’s Brian Sheehan catches up with Tony Rocco, the man behind Photography Without Borders, and Beyond the Bars Music Program’s Matthew Kerr — just some of the Philadelphia-area nonprofits benefiting from the $3 million raised by Connor Barwin, Jason Kelce, Jordan Mailata and the rest of the rest of the current and former Eagles behind A Philly Special Christmas.
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Mummers took over the city to help us strut into 2024
Every January 1 the Mummers hit the streets with dazzling displays, colorful costumes and lively performances. The day has now come to a close for 2024 and NBC10’s Johnny Archer has a look at the parade.
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Mummers ready to strut their stuff on Broad Street in 2024
NBC10’s Randy Gyllenhaal gives you a preview of the 2024 Mummers Parade that takes over South Broad Street on New Year’s Day.
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WATCH: NYE fireworks at the Waterfront
Missed the fireworks in-person? No problem, watch the fireworks display from the Waterfront here.
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Mummers gear up to strut down Broad Street on New Year's Day
The team behind the Mummers Parade on New Year’s Day is putting the final touches on Monday’s event. NBC10’s Brian Sheehan has a sneak peek behind the scenes.
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Producer talks NYE fireworks show over Penn's Landing
If you’re looking for a fun way to ring in the new year, check out the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink! NBC10’s Lucy Bustamante speaks with Todd Marcocci of Under the Sun Productions about the New Year’s Eve festivities.
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Philly rings in 2024 with NYE fireworks over Delaware River, Penn's Landing
We rung in 2024 with two spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks shows on the Delaware River Waterfront and Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia on Sunday!