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St. Nicholas Day

December 6, 2013

The legendary figure of St. Nicholas is based on Nicholas of Myra, a bishop said to have given away his wealth to the poor 1,700 years ago. Germans celebrate his legacy every December 6 in a variety of ways, including filling children's boots with candy and small toys.

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