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Everyone loves a good holiday, no matter whether you're commemorating a special occasion or just looking for a day out of the office. Read about important holidays in these articles.
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How Valentine's Day Works

When did the Valentine's Day frenzy begin? Was there really a saint named "Valentine"? Why the flowers and chocolate? Learn all about the origins and symbols of Valentine's Day.

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  • Are you ready for Chinese New Year?
    Are you ready for Chinese New Year?

    How would you fare if you landed in Beijing on the eve of Chinese New Year? Test your knowledge of this elaborate holiday. See more »

  • Board Shorts and Beer Goggles: The Spring Break Quiz
    Board Shorts and Beer Goggles: The Spring Break Quiz

    Break out your board shorts (and/or beer goggles): It’s time for a spring break quiz! If you can’t make it to the sunny beaches of Florida, this party puzzler will help you relive your memories and instruct you in a few factoids you may have missed. See more »

  • Brilliance or Blarney: The St. Patrick’s Day Traditions Quiz
    Brilliance or Blarney: The St. Patrick’s Day Traditions Quiz

    St. Patrick’s Day can be one of the most fun holidays of the year -- and one of the most misunderstood. Who was St. Patrick? Why are people pinching me? Whose idea was it to dye entire rivers green? Find out these answers and more as you kiss the Blarney Stone and learn (or confirm) the truth about St. Patrick’s Day. See more »

  • Eggsclusive Easter Quiz (That's the Only Egg Pun, Promise)
    Eggsclusive Easter Quiz (That's the Only Egg Pun, Promise)

    How are Jesus and an egg-laying rabbit linked to the first Sunday after a full moon near Passover? There are as many roots and traditions attached to Easter as there are Peeps sold every year. Take this quiz to see how much you know about the modern and ancient history surrounding this sacred holiday -- and chocolate bunnies. See more »

  • Historical Holiday Fallacies: How Much Do You Know (Wrong)?
    Historical Holiday Fallacies: How Much Do You Know (Wrong)?

    Do you love celebrating holidays and think you know everything there is to know about jack-o’-lanterns, Santa Claus and St. Patrick? Test your smarts with some tricky questions and some real treats that might surprise you. The holidays will never be the same! See more »

  • How Chinese New Year Works
    How Chinese New Year Works

    Every year, more than 20 percent of the world's population plunges into a period of feasts, festivities and fireworks in celebration of Chinese New Year. How did this culture-rich, superstition-filled holiday get its start? See more »

  • How Christmas Lights Work
    How Christmas Lights Work

    If you've ever been standing in your living room with a strand of Christmas lights that just won't work, you'll love this article. Learn what's going on so you can fix it yourself. See more »

  • How Christmas Trees Work
    How Christmas Trees Work

    It's time to unpack the ornaments, string up the popcorn, and yes -- untangle those lights. Plan on piling it all on a fresh Christmas tree? Learn about the different types and how to pick the perfect one. See more »

  • How Christmas Works
    How Christmas Works

    You've budgeted, scouted shopping malls and wrapped the last present, taking care to top it with just the right festive bow. But what do presents, three wise men and Jesus have to do with each other anyway? See more »

  • How Cinco de Mayo Works
    How Cinco de Mayo Works

    When you hear the words "Cinco de Mayo," what comes to mind? Margaritas? Mariachi bands? There's more to the holiday than these displays of Mexican culture. Find out what Cinco de Mayo is all about. See more »

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