Swing city

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Dancing to swing music is making a big comeback, particularly in San Francisco, CA, where a number of new clubs are packed with people dancing in the 40's style. Swing dancing has been a part of the city's culture since the 30's and people strive to keep it alive.

Author: Delp, Laurel
California, Nightclubs, San Francisco, California, Jazz dance, Jitterbug dancing, Jitterbug (Dance)

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French twist

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Women in Paris, France, have a certain style and sophistication to their dress, which may be because so many of them consider silk scarves to be essential parts of their wardrobes. How silk scarves are a ubiquitous part of the French clothing culture is described.

Author: Delp, Laurel
Social aspects, Usage, France, Clothing and dress, Paris, France, Clothing, Silk, Scarves

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Land of the rising kite

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Kite flying is still a highly enjoyed recreational activity in Japan, and kites produced there have a very high artistic quality to them. Kite makers are respected artisans, and the pictures on them are more highly valued than the kite's performance.

Author: Delp, Laurel
Japan, Recreation, Kites, Kites (Toys)

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