Word Finder - celebrations

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The formal performance of a solemn rite, such as Christian sacrament.

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The observance of a holiday or feast day, as by solemnities.

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The act, process of showing appreciation, gratitude and/or remembrance, notably as a social event.

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A social gathering for entertainment and fun; a party.

In the i 5th and 16th centuries the celebrations consisted of bull-fights.

The school children will then kick-start the store celebrations by releasing balloons into the sky as part of a balloon race.

The celebrations are directly traceable to the pagan Saturnalia of ancient Rome, which in spite of the conversion of the Empire to Christianity, and of the denunciation of bishops and ecclesiastical councils, continued to be celebrated by the people on the Kalends of January with all their old licence.

The image was put away after each occasion; every sixty years a large number of such images, which had served in previous celebrations, were carried in procession to the top of Mount Cithaeron, and were burned on an altar together with animals and the altar itself.

He was also selected to write occasional odes in commemoration of many American celebrations.

Such celebrations must be distinguished from those which were ordered, like the earlier lectisternia, by the Sibylline books in special emergencies.

A custom instituted by Willis on St Martin's Day (November 11th) includes a service in the church, the firing of some small cannon called the "Fenny Poppers," and other celebrations.

In Italy among other Advent celebrations is the entry into Rome in the last days of Advent of the Calabrian pifferari or bagpipe players, who play before the shrines of the Holy Mother.

These were the chief printed media of his anti-Government propaganda; but he took every advantage of public activities, such as membership of the local municipality and the organizing of Shivaji and Ganpati celebrations, to work upon the prejudices and passions both of the masses and of the educated minority.

Included is a 2 day Hopper Pass to the Disney® Parks and the spectacular bonfire and Fireworks celebrations.

In 1978, at the time of the centenary celebrations, the original pews were replaced with more flexible modern chairs.

In 1956 they were rung to welcome the late Princess Margaret to the Minster for its millenium celebrations.

They're adding their voice to the warnings being issued to children for this year's bonfire night celebrations.

There's no high performance track racing here, no glorious trophies and no rendered sequences of victory celebrations.

These critics particularly enjoy trotting out the example of 1994's 50th anniversary D-day celebrations.

Proposals for the marking of the Trafalgar 200 celebrations next year appear to be a little haphazard, the meeting heard.

When first constructed the Canonry served as a defensive gate for the Cathedral - keeping the laity out during celebrations of the mass.

The US ensign must be hoisted on the main mast and other mastheads during all US celebrations.

Mayday celebrations thus continued there with more music and.. .

Gemini's are scorching but Cancerians are looking peaky after last months bday celebrations.

Whatever form your solstice celebrations take, I hope you have a good time.

Plus what better way to round off your celebrations as England no doubt spank the ass off the Portuguese in the footie?

The note of the pope to Rampolla of the 8th of October 1895, in consequence of the celebrations on the 10th of September, declared, in terms more decided than any that had until then been uttered, that the papacy required a territorial sovereignty in order to ensure its full independence, and that its interests were therefore incompatible with the existence of the kingdom of Italy as then constituted.

There may possibly be "survivals" of the influence of some such celebrations both on the Book of Esther and on the ceremonies of Purim, but there is absolutely no evidence that the Jews took over the interpretation of these festivals with their celebration.

Of the reformed churches, the Church of England alone includes Palm Sunday in the Holy Week celebrations.

We have agreed that celebrations for the 10th Anniversary of our Town Council will be combined with the formal opening of the Community Center.

The village pantomime is also a great addition to the celebrations; there is some amazing talent out there.

Part of the celebrations was a Variety Show, including a recitation from Paul.

In any case, look out for celebrations at our historic waterfront during the coming months.

Before a performance in London Leading the College 's quincentenary celebrations The Organ Scholars The College has two Organ Scholars at any one time.

Easter Re-opening Celebrations Easter bank Holiday Sunday and Monday (16th & 17th April) saw the reopening of the railroad.

Sue went to the seaside for the day, to Hove, to accompany Mark Howe to the 30th anniversary celebrations for OAC GB.

The referee draws proceedings to a close with three shrill blasts on his whistle, prompting raucous celebrations from the Barcelona players.

But goals on 86 and 87 minutes saw the points cruelly snatched away from them and sent Sutton into hyperactive celebrations.

That 's what officers who will be carrying out bicycle patrols during the summer solstice celebrations in Avebury on June 21 are calling themselves.

During the tercentenary celebrations of 1884, Louis Pasteur visited Edinburgh University.

This is useful after touchdown celebrations, so your extra point is not from about 20 yards out.

The origins of the tradition of using a wassail bowl are thought to stem from celebrations of the solstice by Celtic people.

In any case, look out for celebrations at our Historic Waterfront during the coming months.

One of the highlights of the Chinese New Year celebrations is sure to be the weeklong film festival run by the Chinese Cultural Center.

Here in Gypping in the Marsh we are busy planning our annual winter solstice celebrations.

Thanks to cultural diffusion we get to enjoyadditional traditions and celebrations during theholiday season with our friends fromother countries and cultures.

Baby showers are celebrations of joy for the expectant parents, as well as a way for family and friends to offer baby shower gifts.

Knowing where to buy Christmas trees can help holiday revelers find the perfect tree for their seasonal celebrations instead of settling for any conifer they can find.

One of the biggest celebrations of the year is New Year's Eve.

Cocktails and celebrations go hand in hand.

Cocktails are a part of many celebrations and add to the evening's festivities.

Gift cards are also purchased for other occasions including celebrations and as thank-you gestures.

Discuss the geographic and ethnic origins of the family and how they have influenced present day practices, beliefs and celebrations.

Church, religion and spirituality have a way of holding a family together during difficult times and can also be the basis of celebrations and traditions, such as baptisms, dinners or holiday get-togethers.