Traditions and everyday life in USAFestivals, family customs, favourite places and everyday traditions, written by members of Global Penfriends who live in USA. Each cultural keepsake is a short note about life where they are.
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Like many towns in New England, my town’s covered bridge was built in the 1700s during the colonial times. During the Revolutionary War, there was a stand-off here between British spies and Patriot women who had stayed behind to…
Shared by dclaney
I’m sure most people around the world know about 4th of July, but here’s what we do as a family! We get together and go swimming and eat “very American” food like hotdogs and burgers! If we feel like it then we’ll go find a place…
Shared by Torums
i am enrolled in a STEM program along with my school, and i met two really good friends there. we called out group chat research gang, because we first became friends in our research class when we were grouped together. when we…
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I am Hispanic and we have a tradition where my family remembers our relatives who have passed away. We pray for their souls and attend mass. We put their pictures out in a place of honor and light candles. We talk about memories…
Shared by Rebecca Cuevas
I'm orignianlly West Virginian (East Coast of USA). We are very similar to others in USA, although many West Virginians are Mocked even-though many Americans can not even point to it on a map. We are very humble people, many of…
Shared by TheCollector
It’s a town hangout, a place for dates, a lot of just good vibes there. I actually applied to work there so wish me luck! A buncha my friends work there and it’s just so cool. It’s a coffee/smoothie/soda spot and I think it’s…
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In New York the borough manhattan is my favorite place to go. Manhattan has from low brand malls to high brand like Gucci. Just walking in manhattan is fun. Walking through Chinatown is always a favorite because I like Asian…
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El Cinco de Mayo is a celebration we do every year like a tradition and it consits of one big feast with food and entertainment. People get together amd make lots of food like tamales, which are dough with any filling you want…
Shared by PineappleRose
Congé is a tradition that takes place anually during the school year. On one random day, everyone in school what suprised by the teachers and then taken to do a special activity instead of going to classes. My school is part of a…
Shared by wobbukipz
One Bronco Nation Under God, a Boise State Broncos community. The Boise State Broncos are the intercollegiate athletic teams that represent Boise State University, located in Boise, Idaho. The Broncos compete at the National…
Shared by everymomentcounts
We have a scooter club, Brigham’s Bees, that goes on rides, we have two major rides. One is called Provophenia, a portmanteau of Provo, the town the club was formed in, and of Quadriphenia, a movie about Mods and scooters. The…
Shared by DieWespeKind
In Nebraska public schools, if they have chili as the meal at lunch, they will always serve it with a cinnamon roll. For those who aren't familiar, chili is a thick tomato-based stew with hamburger meat, beans, and chili peppers…
Shared by PostGhost
When graduating (highschool, college etc.), it is tradition to give a lei to the graduate to honor and celebrate their achievements! Of course, it is not limited to just graduations, but you see stacks of them here! Traditionally…
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Eugene, Oregon is the home of deceased distance runner Steve Prefontaine. Many distance runners travel here to experience the running trails and roads in this small town, running on them just like their favorite distance runner…
Shared by jmcconnor
Marci Gras is an annual celebration of life and everything about it. It also celebrates spring and warmer weather. It means Fat Tuesday and traditionally comes with lots of eating and parties getting ready for the lenton season…
Shared by KnightsGate
The Atlanta Pen Show is one of the biggest pen shows of the year where many vendors from around the country and world come to buy and discuss all things pens from fountain pens, to custom pens to inks, papers, inkwells…
Shared by elsa41
Saguaro National Park is a national park right outside of Tucson, Arizona. There are two sides, the east and the west side, with Tucson right in the middle! The saguaro cactus is the tallest cactus found in the United States. It…
Shared by EmSLP
For about 2 months there are carnivals of floats where people dress up and get food and gifts thrown. It’s a huge event here in Mobile al as the birthplace of Mardi Gras started here. There are a lot of fun traditions that…
Shared by Lia_USA
I love to visit the waterfront in my area. It is a downtown park that holds parades, fairs, and has access to the river. It is a beautiful spot for pictures and most people take prom or homecoming pictures there. Holidays are…
Shared by Rhythm2302
On a holiday on the last day of October, we go around the neighborhood & we trick or treat which is basically going around to different houses & collecting candy in costumes. To get ready for Halloween, people decorate their…
Shared by K8iebug2946
A massive castle in CT that was designed by William Gillette. A man who is famous for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes. The actor designed secret doors and passageways to make a dramatic entrance for his guests and installed…
Shared by beabottom03
We have the most beautiful rolling hills where I live. It’s been compared to New Zealand. My state of Ohio plants an average of 3.5 million acres of corn a year. We have a corn festival just 10 minutes from where I live as well…
Shared by Barbary
The country spirit of Ramona is best captured late in the afternoons when the sun begins to set. From the wildlife preserves to the numerous wineries scattered around town, you are sure to capture a beautiful sight. One of my…
Shared by Autumn_Adventurer
November is a wonderful time to visit the Indiana Dunes. The temperatures are mild, the leaves are starting to fall, and the holiday season is just beginning. . The park has 16.5 miles of trails which allow you to explore…
Shared by Abbs29
I joined our high schools marching band over a year ago and it has quickly become a huge part of my life. We play our show at every football (American) game at halftime and even at competitions. This past season and year I was in…
Shared by MacyMouse
Tailgating is super popular in America, especially with football culture! Before games people will set up things like tents, grills, lawn games and even trailers and “pre-game.” People tend to play drinking games and socialize…
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County fairs usually consist of rides, games, food stands, lemonade stands, and other forms of entertainment like animal shows. Farmers and kids in 4-H typically show their livestock. Pigs, cows, horses, rabbits, chickens, and…
Shared by HopelessGeneralist
Christmas is a holiday that I’m not sure if it’s celebrated worldwide but besides that in my family we exchange gifts, decorate, play games, etc.. I don’t have many pictures of it though. Last Christmas 2019 I couldn’t make it to…
Shared by Jenny_
To other countries fruitcake is known to be a delicious food. It has candied fruits, nuts, and holiday spices; everything you would want in a holiday cake! But fruitcake is a punchline in the U.S. It’s often thought of as stale…
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