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PROCLAMATION
Happy Holidays in Columbia Heights: November 25, 2024
The City of Columbia Heights is home to a vibrant and diverse community of
individuals, families, and neighbors who celebrate a rich array of holidays,
traditions, and cultures during the winter season.
Holidays such as Thanksgiving, Native American Heritage Day, Hanukkah,
Kwanzaa, Christmas, Winter Solstice, Las Posadas, Diwali, and Lunar New Year,
among others, bring joy, unity, and warmth to the hearts of our residents.
The greeting "Happy Holidays" has a rich history as an inclusive way to embrace the
many traditions of the winter season. It gained popularity in the 1940s and 1950s as
a welcoming message that respects the diversity of holidays, fostering a warm and
inclusive environment for all.
Columbia Heights encourages residents to share kindness and compassion as we
begin this festive season. Consider donating to the Police Department's annual Shop
with a Cop program, contributing to the SACA Food Shelf, shoveling neighbors'
sidewalks, inviting neighbors for cocoa, and reaching out to those in need. These
acts of generosity reflect the true spirit of the holidays.
As Mayor of Columbia Heights, I, Amada Marquez Simula, proclaim November 25,
2024 as the beginning of the holiday season in Columbia Heights and extend my
best wishes to all residents for a joyous and meaningful celebration
mada arquez -Miriula, Mayor
November 25, 2024