Does New York City still hold the Easter Parade where women wear fancy Easter bonnets/hats?
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Yes!  And it's not an actual parade; it's more of a promenade.\n\nThese days, although you'll see women in fancy hats, you're more likely to see women--and men--in artistic, weird theme hats.  I've worn and made a few myself.  You'll also see street performers there, such as jugglers, musicians, and clowns.  Sometimes you'll see actors doing street theater, usually a Passion Play about the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.\n\nGo to Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, NYC, between 10am-2pm or 3pm, between 45th and 60th Streets.  The focal point is at Saint Patrick's Cathedral, circa 51st Street.\n\nHappy Easter! He is risen indeed!
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I've heard that Florence and Darlington do (or used to).  That was a couple of years ago; I don't know if they still do.
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june 23rd\n\nhttp://www.productshopnyc.com/htdocs/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1077
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Your question in some ways seems so anti-inclusive--totally what Pride events are not about!  Remember the rainbow is inclusive--so best to ask everyone, not just gay men!  New York City has a great (and very inclusive) pride parade.  Come join us!
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Easter is celebrated on the first sunday after the first full moon following the spring equonix. Because the jews used a lunar calander, we use a lunar calender, too.
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Try http://www.nyhq.org/
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not right now, no.\nthank you for asking.\n-nny
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There are loads. Go to Hackney Marshes any Sunday, or enquire at the Irish Centre Camden Road. Good Luck. Jim
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Easter was stolen from the Pagans.  We had it first.  I hope you all enjoy the following article.\n\n===================\n\nThe Old Ways: Spring\nby Doug and Sandy Kopf\n\nSpring (Earrach) or Vernal Equinox, on approximately March 21, is the mid-point of the Waxing Year. The spark of light that was born at Winter Solstice has reached maturity, and from this point forward, the days grow longer than the nights. This is the time of full Dawn, 6:00 a.m. on the Year Clock, and so was the time of the festivals of the Grecian Goddess, Eostre, and the Germanic Ostara, both Goddesses of Dawn. (It is from these Bright Ladies that the modern Easter holiday takes its name). This is the time that is often seen as the time of Kore’s return from the Underworld, where She (as Persephone) has ruled throughout the Winter. It is also the time of the celebration of the rebirth of Adonis the Beautiful.\n\nSpring is the time for a celebration of planting and of the greening of the Earth. The supermarket is a sign in itself, as the produce department begins to fill with fresh fruits and vegetables. People start to talk about having ‘Spring Fever’ and doing ‘Spring cleaning’, as the brighter sunshine provides a needed morale boost.\n\nNon-Pagans start to shop for Easter finery (putting on new clothes, just like the Earth Mother), or Passover foods, unaware that we are all truly celebrating the same thing: the Revitalization of the Earth, as She warms to the waxing rays of the Sun. We have survived another Winter and are\nonce more surrounded by the delights of Spring. Some authorities say that this was probably the time that the Christian Church should have chosen to celebrate as the birth date of Jesus, since this would have been the time for paying taxes in ancient Jerusalem and, according to the myth, Mary and Joseph were traveling to fulfill that obligation. It is also the season of lambing, the only time shepherds would ‘watch by night’.\n\nMany traditions associated with Spring Equinox have been retained over the years and grafted onto the Easter celebration. Even today, people arise early on Easter morning to attend ‘Sunrise Service’. (Remember Eostre, the Dawn Goddess?) If your group is not opposed to getting up early, a Dawn Circle to greet the Sun on the morning of the Equinox can be wonderful!  Legend says the Sun Dances and, if it is reflected in a bowl of clear water, you can see it for yourself! However, we would not recommend this if you are night-owls. It’s hard to put your whole heart into ritual when you are bleary-eyed and groggy. Festivals should be FUN, not tests of your determination!\n\nDecorated eggs have always been symbols of fertility. In 17th century France, gifts of decorated eggs were given to new brides, in hopes they would bear many children. In Germany, bowls full of eggs were given to the field-workers by the farmer’s wife, to insure a rich harvest. Many\ncultures see the egg as a symbol of Life, or the actual home of the soul.  The egg is the symbol of all good fortune in Russia and decorated eggs are still given as gifts to loved ones and buried in graves to insure rebirth.  These elaborate and ornate treasures are sometimes even set with precious stones. (Note: Faberge’ and Tiffany eggs)\nThe Old Ways: Spring\nby Doug and Sandy Kopf\n\nSpring (Earrach) or Vernal Equinox, on approximately March 21, is the mid-point of the Waxing Year. The spark of light that was born at Winter Solstice has reached maturity, and from this point forward, the days grow longer than the nights. This is the time of full Dawn, 6:00 a.m. on the Year Clock, and so was the time of the festivals of the Grecian Goddess, Eostre, and the Germanic Ostara, both Goddesses of Dawn. (It is from these Bright Ladies that the modern Easter holiday takes its name). This is the time that is often seen as the time of Kore’s return from the Underworld, where She (as Persephone) has ruled throughout the Winter. It is also the time o
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Isn't the parade on Thursday?\n\nAnyway, all the details about the parade can be found here:\n\nhttp://www.macys.com/campaign/parade/parade.jsp
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You should consider participation or visiting a fashion related trade fair.\nwww.eventseye.com
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Going to church for today. We did an Easter egg hunt earlier in the week with my two married sisters and their children. After three rounds of the children finding the eggs the adults hid, the fourth round was reversed, and adults had to find the (hard-boiled) eggs the children hid. It was hard! There's still one somewhere in the living room we couldn't find! Usually we celebrate Easter with reading part of the New Testament or Book of Mormon about Christ's death and resurrection. My little brother is 18 and too old for Easter baskets. My mom used to make "bunny bread" in the shape of a large bunny, or bunny rolls which included a little "tail" in the middle.
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There will be a walk in Danbury on Sunday April 30th, beyond that I haven't been able to find anything yet.  (Will update if I do find something)
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Of course; especially in North America !\nSad thing is to read that in Ireland people actually wear green on that day, drink green beer, pinch people and so on..it's a farce in North America !
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No. In many religions it was required for an older girl or woman to keep her hair at least partially covered. With a hat, scarf, mantilla, or even a paper towel in a pinch.\nA woman's hair was looked upon as a "crowning glory" for her, and it was a simple gesture of humility and modesty for her to wear something on her head.\nThe same wasn't thought about men's hair, so men removed their hats as a show of respect.\nIt's as simple as that. Being an older woman, the Queen probably is just sticking with the old traditions.
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I grew up in a small town that still did (and still does) May Day celebrations including electing a May Queen and May Pole dances. I really wish more communities would do this since it is loads of fun. I still go back every year to see the parade and go to the carnival. I haven't been to watch the May Pole dance in years.
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I don't know where you are in NY, but there are some wonderful places to explore springtime.\n\nIf you are in NYC, try the Central Park Zoo.  In Rockland County, NY Bear Mt. State Park Trailside Museum is on the oldest part of the Appalachian Trail.\n\nIf you are in Brooklyn, Brooklyn Botanical Gardens or Prospect Park\n\nLinks below are for NYC and Buffalo things to do with toddlers.\n\nI Googled "things to do with toddlers" to get this info.