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The Scoop: Events In Spain – January, 2012

Baby, it's cold outside and quiet on the fiesta front in Spain. You may hear an occasional drum or coronet. Or see a priest in a funny hat and dress (do you think they are really transvestites?) leading an entourage at night with candles. Here is The January Scoop for events in Spain.
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By admin | Published: January 18, 2012
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Celebrating The Epiphany In Spain

I am of the belief that Spanish children may be among some of the luckiest in the world. Why? Well, because not only do they get to celebrate Christmas day, they also celebrate the Epiphany on January 6th, also known as Three Kings Day.
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By admin | Published: January 5, 2012
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Kings’ Day Tomorrow – Kings’ Parade Tonight!

The Scoop is that tomorrow is Kings' Day in Spain. Do not miss the Cavalcada de Reyes, or Kings' Parade this evening going on all over Spain, from small villages to big cities like Madrid and Barcelona.
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By admin | Published: January 5, 2012
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Put on the Sweatpants-time: A Spanish Christmas List from Barcelona, Spain

It's that time of year, when merriment, Jack Frost's bite, and Christmas lighting fill the winding alleyways and grand avenues of Barcelona, Spain. It seems like most of the people I know don't 'Do' the holidays.
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By admin | Published: December 13, 2011
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