Monday 28 November 2011

December events


Here are some events happening around the world in December. Your task is to create an attractive display of these, using images and setting out the text to get people’s interest.

2 DECEMBER
Where Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
What The city will be decked out in shades of red, white and green as the United Arab Emirates marks its 40th National Day. Expect flags and fireworks galore.
When 2 December

3 DECEMBER
Where Paternoster, South Africa
What Feast on shellfish as the West Coast village holds its Crayfish and Seafood Festival. There will be a beer garden, plus lots of arts and crafts stalls.
When 3-4 December

4 DECEMBER
Where Angkor Wat, Cambodia
What The speediest way of seeing the World Heritage Site is the Angkor Wat International Half Marathon: the route takes competitors past temples and through jungle to raise money for landmine victims.
When 4 December

10 DECEMBER
Where Jodhpur, India
What As part of the international British Polo Day, a series of chukkas will be taking place at Maharaja of Jodhpur's Private Polo Club, including the famous Cavalry v Guards elephant polo match. The event culminates with a gala dinner.
When 10-11 December

17 DECEMBER
Where Alyeska, Alaska
What To celebrate the winter solstice, the Alaskan ski resort of Alyeska lights up during its annual Winter Solfest event. Visitors can warm up with bonfires, food, live performances, and ski and snowboarding events. See www.alyeskaresort.com
When 17-19 December

26 DECEMBER
Where Moscow, Russia
What Wrap up warm and enjoy a troika ride or listen to folk bands perform in Izmailovo Park during Moscow's Winter Festival.
When 26 Dec-8 Jan

Add any more (End of term??!) that you may know about.

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