![[Image: painting of fireworks (detail) by MOG Docent Barbara White]](/images/subheaders/illuminated-traditions.jpg "[Image: painting of fireworks (detail) by MOG Docent Barbara White]")
Illuminated Traditions
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Join us for an enlightening tour around the world as we explore traditional uses of light in diverse cultural holiday celebrations. Each Saturday will feature a different holiday with unique hands-on art activities led by mixed media artist Jennifer Adams and special musical performances that will express the joy of the season. Bring the whole family for an experience not to be missed!
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Chanukah
Saturday, December 8, 2007
1 – 4 pm
Enjoy the provocative and fun music of The Kosher Red Hots, while fabricating a menorah and designing your very own dreidel.
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Santa Lucia’s Day
Saturday, December 15, 2007
1 – 4 pm
Create a Lucia Crown and experience the splendor of the traditional songs performed by the Scandinavian Women’s Choir.
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Christmas Around the World
Saturday, December 22, 2007
1 – 4 pm
Mariachi Fiesta Mexicana will be your musical inspiration, as we travel the globe to pack your suitcase with an array of traditional Christmas mementos.
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New Year’s Party
Saturday, December 29, 2007
1 – 4 pm
Say hello to the New Year by grooving to the mellow sounds of the Gibbs Trio Jazz Band and don’t forget to make a Cone Head.
