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Astaire, Fred
(Encyclopedia) Astaire, FredAstaire, Fredəstârˈ [key], 1899–1987, American dancer, actor, and singer, b. Omaha, Nebr., as Frederick Austerlitz. After 1911 he and his sister Adele (1896–1981), b.…Potsdam
(Encyclopedia) PotsdamPotsdampŏtsˈdăm [key], city (1994 pop. 139,262), capital of Brandenburg, E Germany, on the Havel River, near Berlin. It is an industrial center and rail junction. Manufactures…Mardi Gras
The feast before the fast Millions of people every year crowd New Orleans to view the Mardi Gras parades. RELATED LINKS A Tale of Two Easters Easter Features Lent Shrove Tuesday…1999 Drama Desk Awards
The Drama Desk, a group of 150 theater critics and reporters, announced the awards on May 9, 1999.Outstanding PlayWitOutstanding MusicalParadeOutstanding Musical RevivalYour a Good Man,…1929–1930 Academy Awards
There were two Oscar ceremonies held at Los Angeles's Ambassador Hotel in 1930. This one, held on Nov. 3 honored films released in 1930. The other, held on April 3, honored films released in…Notting Hill Carnival
Caribbean food, steel bands, calypso, and parades make the Notting Hill Carnival an international draw every August by Liz Olson Related Links Queen's Birthday United…Infoplease Spotlight
Organizers at the Tournament of Roses Parade set off all this bowl-game hysteria when they decided a football game would more appealing to parade watchers than a polo match. So they invited the…September 2018 Current Events: World News
Top of Page US News | Science & Technology News | Disaster News The world is a very busy place, and it's hard to stay on top of everything. Infoplease has got you covered. Here are the world…September 2020 Current Events: US News
Top of Page Science and Technology News | Disaster News | World News The world is a very busy place, and it's hard to stay on top of everything. Infoplease has got you covered. Here are the world…Krampus: The Christmas Devil
Top of Page In the realm of holiday folklore, few figures are as intriguing and fearsome as Krampus, the Christmas devil. With his long horns, cloven hooves, and menacing appearance, Krampus is a…Trending
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