Anderson Dental Care - December 2018

MULTICULTURAL CELEBRATIONS TEACH YOUR KIDS ABOUT WINTER HOLIDAYS

According to the Pew Research Center, Christmas is the most celebrated December holiday in the U.S. Yet, like the melting pot it is, the U.S. contains many cultures from across the globe, each with their own traditions. Teach your kids about some of the holiday celebrations from different cultures this season.

story of a miracle that happened during the rebellion, when a one- day supply of oil burned for eight days in a temple.

DIWALI

Though celebrated in late fall, Diwali is a Hindu holiday that’s known as the festival of lights. Its main purpose is to celebrate the triumph of good over evil, and the five-day festival includes the lighting of candles or lamps, feasting, and giving gifts to family and friends. Diwali also celebrates the Hindu new year and is the largest, most widely celebrated festival in India. This is not an exhaustive list by any means, but educating your children about holiday practices other than Christmas will give them a broader worldview and inspire them to gain further knowledge about cultures outside their own. Your local library is a great resource for children’s literature on these holidays, and there are also TV programs from PBS that feature episodes on these traditions. Enjoy the winter holiday season, however you decide to celebrate!

KWANZAA

Created in 1966 by black studies professor Maulana Karenga during the Black Nationalist Movement, Kwanzaa is a seven-day celebration and reflection period for African Americans. The week offers African Americans the opportunity to connect with African culture and history by celebrating the seven principles of African heritage, which include unity, self-determination, and creativity.

HANUKKAH

Hanukkah pays homage to a two-year Jewish rebellion against an oppressive Greek-Syrian government that took them captive in an attempt to eliminate Judaism. The tradition of the eight-day celebration and the lighting of the menorah candles comes from the

BUTTERY ROASTED CHESTNUTS

SANTA IS COMING TO ANDERSON DENTAL CARE!

INGREDIENTS

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2 pounds fresh chestnuts, unpeeled

Join us for our annual Patient Christmas Party on Dec. 14 from 4–6 p.m. As always, Santa will join us for free pictures with the kiddos. He’ll visit with every child and give a gift to each family. You’re welcome to bring your own cameras too. We’ll also have some games, a craft for the kids, and

2–3 sprigs rosemary

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Pinch of freshly ground nutmeg Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 teaspoons kosher salt, or more to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat oven to 450 F. 2. Place a large sheet of foil on a rimmed baking sheet. 3. On a large, flat workspace, place chestnuts flat side down. Using a sharp knife, carve an X on the rounded side of each chestnut. 4. In a large bowl of hot water, soak chestnuts for 1 minute. 5. Pat dry and transfer to a medium bowl. Add rosemary, butter, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Toss to coat and transfer to baking sheet. Arrange in a single layer. Gather the edges of the foil together, leaving an opening at the top.

goodies for everyone to enjoy as we visit together. This event is free and open to the public, so please invite your friends and family. It’s sure to be a holly jolly Christmas party!

6. Roast until peels curl up, about 30–45 minutes. 7. Transfer to a platter and serve while hot or warm.

Inspired by Bon Appétit

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