Curious New York

A blog about the curiosities and weirdities of New York. And of the oddities of history, of holidays and religion. Of how the past continues to live in the present and we fail to notice it.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

The origins of Rush-a-homa

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In light of all the excitement stirred up by the proposed Cordoba Religious Tolerance Center (AKA…The Ground Zero Mosque) being built on hal...
Friday, September 3, 2010

Wat up wit Labor Day?

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The origins of the American May Day in September. So Monday September 6 th is Labor Day, a national holiday. ...
Wednesday, July 14, 2010

The Origins of Bastille Day

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À bas la Bastille! So what’s all this talk about Bastille Day? ...
Saturday, July 3, 2010

The Origins of Independence Day

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The origin of the non-July 2 nd Holiday. Happy July 2 nd Holiday everyone! Wha? The Continental Congress voted and passed...
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Dano is a freelance writer/creative director. Ad man. Adslime. Whatever you feel more comfortable with. He's a history buff who leads walking tours of New York. He's interested in the connectivity of all things. He blogs about holidays, history and New York weirdities. His advertising portfolio can be viewed at www.danosheehan.com
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