Above: 2016 posada at doors of Skyline Church, Wilmington. Courtesy Skyline Church Facebook page Delaware’s rapidly growing Hispanic population has introduced vibrant Christmas traditions from Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Guatemala in recent decades. Catholic religious observances blend with indigenous customs in these celebrations, creating colorful and joyous festivities that often last for days or even…
Above: On St. Nicholas Day, German children find their shoes filled with candy and small gifts. Photo AdobeStock Germany, known as “the Christmas country,” enjoys renown for spirited yuletide celebrations. The Evening Journal on December 20, 1915, noted that the country earned this title “because the celebration of the Nativity is carried out with more feasting…
In 1986, Delaware’s Punkin Chunkin contest began from a simple debate between two locals, gaining massive popularity over the years. Contestants, using machines like trebuchets, hurled pumpkins to clinch titles. The event faced challenges, including lawsuits and venue changes, but remains a symbol of community spirit, resilience, and tradition.
