Christmas Magazine

How lovely are thy branches

There's hardly a Christmas
tradition that’s more
universally popular than
trimming the tree. Be it live,
fresh-cut or artificial, a
brightly decorated tree sets
the stage for a_ spirited
holiday celebration.

Tree-trimming is a custom
that was exported from Ger-

. many to England in the late
18th century. But it was not
popularized until the 1840s
when Prince Albert in-
troduced it into the royal
family, thereby setting a
precedent which has since
been followed by royalty and
the common man alike.

It ts said that Martin
Luther was so moved by the
sight of stars twinkling in the
sky above aie grove of

evergreen trees, that he
sought to simulate their

effect by setting candles on a

small evergreen which he
brought into his home.

In Victorian England, the
Christmas tree was laden
with sweets; fruits and
nuts—as well as dancing
candles. These edibles were
not eaten until the
dismantling of the tree on
the Twelfth Night, adding an
element of gaiety to the
otherwise sobering activity
of putting decorations away
until the next year.

Eventually, ornaments
made by glassblowers and
wood carvers came to
replace the edible
decorations on Christmas
trees. Today. tree-trimming

Have a festive Christmas with all the
trimmings...like Joy and Love...Peace
and Contentment...Laughter and
Happy, Happy Smiles.

Park Royal South
Right Beside Eatona
F mly Ricky's
922-8215

THE SCENE OF THE
NATIVITY, as with
many of the events in the
life of Christ, has long
been a favorite image of
artists working in various
artistic media. The
creche pictured here
dates to 1738, and was
executed by woodcarvers
in the world-famous
woodcarving district of
Bavaria in Germany.
Courtesy of the German
National Tourist Office.

Santa says “have a
happy Christmas.”’
We'll add, thanks
for being good
friends!

from the staff at—

Lonsdaie.Rentais
1113 Lonsdaie
985-9321

Lynn Valley Rentals
3022 Mountain Hwy
086-2338

Village Rentais

has been elevated to a
considerable art form, a
medium for the trimmer’s
expression.

For some, a_ simple
garland made by stringing
popcorn and cranberries is
an eye-pleasing decoration,
while for others, elaborate
links of red and green balsa
wood appear more festive.

Red ribbons and candy
canes may suit one trimmer's
taste, while velvet-covered
turtle doves and hand-
painted wooden figures may
suit another's.

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Christmas
& Happy
New Year

to all our valued
customers

--We thank you for
your patronage.

1564
Lonsdale Ave.

988-0737

STYLE SHOP

1483 Clyde Ave., West Van.

A119 - Wednesday, December 22, 1982 - North Shore News

MERRY
CHRISTMAS|

— TOYOU
AND YOURS!

Larry’s Good Things
2045 Lonsdale Ave. 988-6511

North Vancouver

So OG.

SSIES
YEE OG

NCP ay's @
BEST ( NN
WISHES ,
FROM ALL OF US \
When Entertaining
This Holiday Season Enjoy
An Evening of Authentic
Greek Cuisine

PASPAROS
TAVERNA

WELCOME TO THE
NEW YEAR

With succulent Greek dishes, belly
dancers, flamingo & Greek dancers,
and much more to entertain &
delight. Phone for details.

980-0331

132 W. 3rd N.V.

The Management and Staff
of

NORTH VAN AUTO BRAKE 4

Wish all of our
customers and friends

The Very Best :
of the Festive Season
and a Prosperous New Year

We look forward to
serving you in 1983 yo

1175 W. 15th St., North Van
985-8705

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