This weekend, July 16-18, 2010, marks Old Town Alexandria's first annual Christmas in July celebration. This festive, family-friendly event is being hosted by the Christmas Attic (www.christmasattic.com) and the businesses of Union Street, Old Town Alexandria. The holiday activities that are scheduled include holiday cookie tastings, ornament making demonstrations, tours of historic Union Street, and last but certainly not least, pictures with Summer Santa (July 17, 18).
The literal phrase of Christmas in July was started in July 1933 at a girl's summer camp in North Carolina; they celebrated with a Christmas tree, gifts, and a visit from Santa Claus. The term received national attention with the release of the Hollywood comedy film, Christmas in July, in 1940. Christmas in July celebrations are a great way to escape the intense heat of summer by enjoying holiday activities that remind us of cooler temperatures.
Stop by the Christmas Attic this Friday from 6-9 pm to view my latest creations.
See you there!!
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