Karen Bradbury
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Upcoming festivalsâ origins show how history repeats itself (opens the original)
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The Herring Market is the oldest traditional event in Helsinki, having been held annually at the start of October since 1743. Fishermen from all along the south coast of Finland congregate at the Market Square to sell their best products. (iStock) The well-known adage âhistory doesnât repeat itself, but it often rhymesâ is just as applicable in the world of events as it is to any other walk of life. Worries over climate disruption, supply chain collapse, urban sprawl and other crises have
Tap in as Oktoberfest beer, good times get set to flow again (opens the original)
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The parade to open Oktoberfest parade involves horse-drawn carriages, brewery horse carts carrying beer keg barrels and spectators in traditional Bavarian at Munich’s Theresienwiese festival grounds. (iStock) It’s festival high season in Germany! And what’s more traditional and beloved than the mother of all Volksfests? There will always be cynics and skeptics among us. Some might say it’s just one big drinking party, with no more real tradition left to it. Hotels are way too expensive and impos
Ceremonies, discussions ensure that Sept. 11 attacks will be remembered (opens the original)
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The Memoria e Luce in Padua, Italy, is a memorial for victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on New York City. A twisted metal beam salvaged from the wreckage is displayed on the other side of this structure, designed to resemble an open book. (iStock) It’s hard to believe that a whole new generation has come of age since Sept. 11, 2001. While our youngest U.S. military members have no firsthand memories of the events of this horrible day, those of us who watched the attacks on significant locat
Celebrate fall with food and wine until the cows come home (opens the original)
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Cows with crowns of flowers return to their winter lodgings in this seasonal Alpine event. (iStock) Labor Day weekend tradionally marks the end of summer and the transition into a new season. And that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Those who can’t stand the heat welcome the cooler temperatures, and who among us doesn’t enjoy those timeless autumn delights such as back-to-school wardrobe shopping, cheering on the local football team, apple picking and pumpkin spice coffee? What marks the change o
Make a splash at exciting events on or near the shore (opens the original)
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Experience European Day of the Horse Sept. 12-14 in Jerez de la Frontera in Andalusia, Spain. (iStock) While our brave sailors at sea experience limited comforts, calling in to one of Europe’s great port cities is sure to be a long-overdue thrill for them. Here are some of the experiences that might await a well-timed shore-leave visit. Jerez de la Frontera, Spain: This city some 15 miles northeast of Rota is known for its sherry wine, flamenco and Andalusian horses. All three could be experienc
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