Hanukkah begins Sunday, Mark Twain, latkes

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Daily Newsletter for Friday, November 30, 2018

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Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest.
–Mark Twain ​​​​​​(1835–1910)
Friday, November 30, 2018
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Hanukkah 2019
Hanukkah is Sunday

Hanukkah 2019
Hanukkah begins on Sunday, December 22, at sundown. Learn about Hanukkah history, customs, and a few traditional recipes!
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Latkes Recipe
Potato Latkes

Latkes Recipe

Latkes are shallow-fried pancakes made with grated potatoes, flour, and egg. Golden, crunchy, and satisfying, latkes are often enjoyed with sour cream or applesauce.
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Sufganiyot (Jelly Doughnuts)
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Sufganiyot (Jelly Doughnuts)

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How to Use Wood Ashes in the Home and Garden
How to Use Wood Ashes

How to Use Wood Ashes in the Home and Garden
If you burn firewood, you have wood ashes. Don’t throw them out! There are many surprising ways to use ashes around the garden and home. Here are five practical ideas.
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Balsam Fir Draft Stops

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Interesting Facts About Mark Twain
Mark Twain's Birthday

Interesting Facts About Mark Twain
November 30 is the birthday of Mark Twain, born in 1835. Here are 10 curious facts about his life. 
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