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Backstory of Common Holiday Plants
SUMMARY: Seasonal plants are entrenched in Christian and Jewish holiday traditions with fascinating origins. Christians typically favor poinsettias, Christmas trees, holiday cactuses, mistletoe, and holly. Poinsettias, originally from Mexico, became associated with Christmas through Franciscan priests and were popularized in the U.S. by Joel Roberts Poinsett. The Christmas tree, a 16th-century German tradition symbolizing life, was likely introduced to the U.S. by German immigrants. Holiday cactuses bloom in cooler temperatures, mistletoe symbolizes good fortune and fertility in European traditions, and holly was initially used by Romans before being adopted by Christians. For Hanukkah, Jews prefer white and blue flowers like lilies, roses, orchids, and hydrangeas, with lilies representing new beginnings. Unconventional holiday plants include Wax Myrtle, used in Bayberry Candles, and the Night of Radishes in Oaxaca, which features carved tubers. Wassailing in England involves blessing apple orchards for a fruitful harvest. These traditions contribute to the rich tapestry of holiday celebrations.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi showcases its emerging artists through the 2025 Scholastic Art Awards exhibit at the Mississippi Museum of Art, running from February 8 to May 4. This annual event highlights the talent of young artists, with 427 students participating this year. Their art was judged for originality, technical skill, and creativity by a panel of professionals. The exhibit features a selection of the top works, allowing attendees to appreciate the creativity of promising young artists. Admission to this exhibit is free, although tickets are required for other museum exhibitions. For details, visit msmuseumart.org.
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SUMMARY: Baccarat adalah permainan kartu kasino yang sangat populer karena kesederhanaannya dan peluang menang yang tinggi. Tujuan utama permainan ini adalah menebak tangan yang nilai totalnya paling dekat dengan 9, yaitu Player atau Banker. Pemain dapat bertaruh pada Player, Banker (dikenakan komisi 5%), atau Tie. Kartu dihitung dengan cara unik; As bernilai 1, angka 2-9 sesuai nominal, dan 10, Jack, Queen, King bernilai 0. Jika total melebihi 9, hanya digit terakhir yang dihitung. Strategi untuk pemula termasuk bertaruh pada Banker dan menghindari taruhan Tie untuk meningkatkan peluang menang.
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SUMMARY: Mississippi State’s Department of Music will host its annual Vocal Odyssey in Creativity and Education conference (VOiCE) on Feb. 14-15. The event, featuring workshops and performances, celebrates music’s role in education and creativity. It is designed for high school and college students and educators, offering professional development and CEU credits. Notable guests include Steinway Artist Julian Gargiulo and soprano Nyla Thomas. Workshops cover various topics such as vocal techniques, teaching methods, and performance practices. The conference will be held at MSU’s Music Building and is open to the public with a $15 admission fee, free for MSU students.
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