Tuesday, December 2, 2008

New Year's Is Right Around the Corner!

Fun facts about New Years

This site includes information about New Year's traditions, a brief history of New Year's resolutions, information about the celebration of New Years in ancient cultures, global good luck traditions, a list of common resolutions, and the lyrics to "Auld Lang Syne" by Robert Burns. From a company that provides materials and training for performance improvement.

Times Square Alliance: New Year's Eve

This site provides information on the spectacular celebration of New Year's Eve in Times Square, New York City, on December 31. It includes facts on the construction and descent of the famous Waterford crystal ball, event fact sheets and schedules, and a FAQ filled with details on viewing areas, public facilities, vendors, transportation, history, and more. From the Times Square District Management Association.

Chinese New Year

This site provides information on how the Chinese New Year's Day is determined, the Chinese solar/lunar calendar, the animals of the Chinese zodiac, significance of Chinese dragons, calligraphy, and Chinese graphics.

Feature Stories: New Year's Resolutions Guide

This series of articles provides ideas for sticking to resolutions made for the new year. Includes general resolution advice, and strategies for weight loss, exercise, and quitting smoking. From the University of Maryland Medical Center.

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