Holidays & Celebrations Quick Guides

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• Holiday Cocktails

  By Melissa Lauer, eHow editor

  The holidays are here, which means it's time to raise a glass and celebrate. And what better way to party down, than with a few choice cocktails. Keep reading to learn more.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Seasonal Delights , Festive Celebrations

• Honor Ramadan

  By Lindsay Morris, eHow Editor

  The ninth lunar cycle of Islam's calendar marks Ramadan, a holy month of personal reflection, devotion and sacrifice for Muslims worldwide. Uncover eHow's tips for honoring tradition, spiritual fasting and serving an authentic Middle Eastern feast.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Observe , Fast , Feast

• Holiday Side Dishes

  By Melissa Lauer, eHow Editor

  You've picked up your turkey from the store and the pies are in the oven, but what about the sides? No holiday meal would be complete without those extra tasty vittles known as the side dish. Keep reading for ideas on what to add to your holiday table.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Spud Happy , Stuff It , The Works

• Holiday Pie Guide

  By Melissa Lauer, eHow Editor

  It's the end of the meal and you couldn't possibly eat another bite. Wait, what's that you say? Dessert. Bring it on! Check out our holiday pie guide to help end your evening on a sweet note.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Classic Pumpkin , Holiday Faves

• Turkey 101

  By Melissa Lauer, eHow editor

  It's the holidays once again, which means turkey, turkey, turkey. If you're planning the big holiday dinner, then keep reading for ways to make turkey the shining star of your meal.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Traditional Turkey , Turkey with a Twist , Leftover Ideas

• Celebrate Diwali

  By Lindsay Morris, eHow editor

  The Hindu New Year, Diwali marks the triumph of light over spiritual darkness and evil. Celebrate the "Festival of Light" with family and friends by exchanging gifts, sharing traditional sweets, lighting candles and watching fireworks.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Honor Tradition , Make and Share Sweets , Light Up the Night

• Yom Kippur Guide

  By eHow Editors

  Considered one of the most important Jewish holidays, Yom Kippur is a time where one must atone for sins committed throughout the year. Our guide will help you learn more about fasting, praying and prepare you for this high holy day.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Fasting , Prayer

• Observe Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year

  By Lindsay Morris, eHow editor

  A holiday honored with quiet contemplation, resolution and renewal Rosh Hashana offers an opportunity to cleanse the mind, body and spirit of any negativity absorbed over the past year. Take time out to learn more about the Jewish New Year.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Observance , Celebration

• Fall into Autumn

  By Lindsay Morris, eHow Editor

  Harvest season is here with a cornucopia of possibilities for embracing the outdoors, dabbling in arts and crafts and whipping up scrumptious autumnal foods. Savor the flavor with fun tips and tricks.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Autumn Outdoor Activities , Autumn Arts & Crafts , Autumn Recipe Favorites

• Halloween DIY Make-Up Guide

  By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

  Put your best Halloween face forward. With the right type of makeup, you can completely change your features and look exactly like the figure you wish to portray with your costume. Read on and learn how you can face-paint like a pro.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Halloween Makeup Tips , Get This Look: Classic Halloween Faces , Advanced Makeup Techniques

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