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The Village Voice talks with Jim Merillat, one of the pianists who entices patrons to belt out show tunes at Marie's Crisis Cafe.
The birth of a new star seen in 1054, bright enough to dazzle humanity and visible for 20 days. An incredible cosmic event ...
“The Church observes the birth of John as in some way sacred; and you will not find any other of the great men of old whose ...
Attendees of the Downtown Hoedown, a free Downtown First Thursdays event, learn a line dance in San Francisco, on June 5, 2025. Wild West emcees the Downtown Hoedown in San Francisco, on June 5, 2025.
But Shiny Brite Christmas Light Installations L.L.C ... I remember falling into bed the night we finally wrangled the lights into submission around ... and most of them are pretty Jesus-y.
The Christmas light display at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ temple in Kensington, Maryland, draws thousands of visitors. But this year has been overwhelming at times.
Silent night, holy night! Son of God love’s pure light. Radiant beams from Thy holy face With dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus Lord, at Thy birth Jesus Lord, at Thy birth. O Holy Night. There's truly ...
A local Jamaican restaurant got in the giving spirit on this big holiday. The “Island Buzz” gave out free Christmas dinner meals Wednesday night. READ MORE: <a href=" ...
Yet, Christmas carries a message that transcends circumstances. It is a season of promises — God’s promises to the poor. From the very first Christmas, when Jesus was born in a humble manger, God’s ...
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Celebrating Christmas Mass after opening the Holy Year 2025, Pope Francis said the birth of Jesus fills Christians with hope and the courage to work for peace and justice. "This ...
To appreciate Christmas better, it might be good to go back to the gospel stories. Luke 2:8-21 narrates the story of an angel telling the shepherds that a Savior has been born in Bethlehem and that ...
Could Jesus Christ have been born on 25 Kislev, the first night of Hanukkah — the Festival of Lights — in 5 BC? It’s an intriguing idea, but is it plausible?