RO Holiday Crossword

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Across
  1. 4. A famous ballet performed during the holiday season, featuring characters like Clara and the Sugar Plum Fairy.
  2. 8. A Pagan celebration of winter solstice, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year.
  3. 10. This frozen precipitation falls from the sky in delicate, hexagonal crystals.
  4. 12. This large mammal, known for its white fur, is often associated with the Arctic and is an excellent swimmer.
  5. 13. Sweet treats often left out for Santa.
  6. 14. During Diwali, these colourful designs made of colored powders or flower petals adorn the ground.
  7. 16. The holiday celebrated on December 26th in many African-American communities.
  8. 17. The central candle on a menorah, lit on Hanukkah.
  9. 19. A winter sport where participants slide on a sheet of ice towards a target.
Down
  1. 1. A sudden and brief winter storm characterized by high winds and blowing snow.
  2. 2. These large, hoofed mammals are often seen in the snowy landscapes of the Northern Hemisphere and are associated with Santa's sleigh.
  3. 3. This celebration marks the end of the Chinese New Year
  4. 5. The Jewish Festival of Lights.
  5. 6. A traditional Christmas beverage made with eggs, sugar, and milk, often spiked with alcohol.
  6. 7. This festive decoration is often hung on doors during the holiday season.
  7. 9. A popular winter activity involving strapping planks to your feet and sliding down snowy slopes.
  8. 11. The day after Christmas, known for post-holiday sales.
  9. 15. In some cultures, this figure is the counterpart to Santa Claus, punishing naughty children.
  10. 17. A popular winter activity involving sliding down a snowy hill.
  11. 18. A song associated with ringing in the New Year.