1.   And this year, added attractions include celebrations of the Sesquicentennial of the Gold Rush.

2.   A.November will be an active cultural month in both towns, with highlights including the celebration of two colorful national holidays.

3.   But there is no reason why we must de-emphasize Christmas in order to include Hanukah celebrations.

4.   Each gathering includes celebrations of birthdays, news of health and families, an inspirational reading, prayer and lots of hugs.

5.   Still, anecdotal evidence suggests that scalpers, who usually specialize in concerts and ball games, have diversified to include religious celebrations.

6.   Surely there is no reason why we must de-emphasize Christmas in order to include Hanukkah celebrations.

7.   Such events, they say, would include celebrations of military triumphs, local world championship teams and space exploration.

8.   The broadcast will also include taped celebrations from London, Moscow, Bethlehem, Las Vegas and New Mexico and live concerts in progress.

9.   The youth group had its own program, including a celebration for convention delegates who had just graduated from high school.

10.   In the last two years, violence has forced dozens of towns in Puerto Rico to cancel local festivals, including patron saint celebrations that date back centuries.