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Dominican Restaurants in Miami, Florida
Dominican restaurants in Miami bring the flavors and cuisine of the Dominican Republic to Florida.dominican republic flag button image by Andrey Zyk from Fotolia.comIn recent years Florida has experienced an upsurge in immigration from the Dominican Republic. Newcomers from this Caribbean...
How to Go-Go Dance
While many a rap song talks about stripping, and burlesque is making a comeback, go-go dancing is an art that does not share the spotlight, but employs many of the same techniques. While in the 1960s go-go dancers wore white go-go boots and danced the latest dance crazes, modern go-go dancers are mo
Cherokee Indians & Fire Making Tools
There are many aspects of basic Native American culture that are well-known, including housing types, hunting rituals and styles of clothing or dress. Many people can think of different aspects of the culture because of how publicized and almost stereotypical descriptions have become. One such well-
Looking for a Place for Dinner and Dance in Singapore?
Singapore has always been an exclusive destination for having a gala time with family, friends and relatives. The government support for tourism in Singapore along with the hefty efforts of the locals today it has ...
How to Find Johnny Ringo's Grave
Johnny Ringo (born John Peter Ringgold in 1850) was a cowboy and gunslinger in the Old West whose reputation in death has grown far larger than it was in life. This is due to Hollywood and writers of Western fiction, who have romanticized his image and perhaps exaggerated his gun-fighting prowess. T
Liberian Fashions, Styles & Wedding Clothes
Africa's oldest republic, Liberia is a fascinating country with a tumultuous history and beautiful traditions. Though many Liberians subscribe to Western fashions and styles, rural Liberians can still be seen wearing the traditional West African garb. Special events and dance festivals such as weddi
How to Become a Prince Hall Eastern Star
The Order of the Eastern Star is the world's largest fraternal order that both men and women may join. There are various types or affiliations associated with Masonry and by extension, The Order of the Eastern Star. In order to become a member of a Prince Hall affiliated Order of the Eastern Star Ch
The Difference Between Superior & Subordinate in Linguistics
The branch of language study known as sociolinguistics begins with the assumption that humans do not speak language in a vacuum, but rather in a variety of social contexts. The language we use in conversational interactions --- the words we choose, the tone we use, the grammatical forms we select --
Illinois State Grants
Illinois offers numerous state grants.illinois outline image by Kim Jones from Fotolia.comIllinois is home to Chicago--a major metropolitan area located along Lake Michigan--as well as rural communities further south. According to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity...
The History of the Indian War Dance
In past centuries Native Americans performed dance rituals for specific reasons. An enemy threat toward an Indian tribe led to a ceremonial gathering, where braves took part in a war dance while contemplating retaliation. The dance stirred emotions and filled the warriors with a profound sense of pu
Sign Language Symbols
Sign language can be effectively used to communicate between two people who cannot understand each other's language. It is the main mode of communication between people who are deaf or hard of hearing and speech ...
Historical Monuments in Mongolia
Petroglyphs such as these are a vital part of Mongolia's rich history.mongolian petroglyph panel image by Mike & Valerie Miller from Fotolia.comMongolia is one of the most fascinating and beautiful countries in the world, but not necessarily one that is thought of as a vacation...
Natural Monuments
Mountain ranges, deep crevasses, caves and ocean basins are among the natural landmarks in the United States. These natural monuments are home to a variety of wildlife and plant species. Many U.S. natural monuments are protected by the National Park Service from urban or agricultural development. Th
History of Japanese Puppets
As early as the 8th century, touring puppeteers from Korea performed in the Japanese countryside. Puppets sometimes played roles in a shrine's sacred rituals. A stylized narrative form known as "joruri" originally involved blind entertainers who recited the Heike Story in the 15th century. The arts
History of Cereal Box Designs
The history of cereal dates back to 1863, being America's most popular breakfast food today. However, cereal has come a long way in design to catch a buyer's eye to help make the sale. From the simple cereal box designs in the early 1900's to the cereal characters that attract children today, cereal
What to Know About Hiring a Venue for a Party or Event
Hiring a venue for a party, corporate get together or other reason can turn an ordinary event into a truly memorable occasion. Choice of location is an integral part of the planning process and more ...
Paiute Native American Tools
Paiute refers to two groups of Native Americans: the northern Paiute of California, Nevada and Oregon, as well as the southern Paiute of Arizona, southeastern California and Utah. They members spoke a Numic dialect of the Uto-Aztecan Native American language. This tribe is well known for the inventi
German Culture Description
During the first and second centuries B.C., Teutonic tribes from northern Europe brought their language and customs southward into a region that quickly came to be recognized as culturally unique. This was the beginning of Germany.
What Are the Features of Northern Industrilization?
The industrialization of the northern area of the United States was aided by a number of factors, including the expansion of international seaports in the Northeast and the blockade of the South during the Civil War. The industrialization of the 19th century is characterized by the automation of fac
Happy Wedding Receptions Places
Hosting a wedding reception can be a memorable occasion for the newly wed couples of Massachusetts, with the presence of a great deal of awesome weddingreception places in Massachusetts. Looking either at the northern part ...