Columbus Day is a holiday celebrated in many countries in the America's commemorating the date of Christopher Columbus' arrival in the New World on Oct 12 1492. Since 1971, the holiday has been commemorated in the U.S. on the 2nd Monday in October. However, it is generally only observed today by banks, post offices, most government and schools. Some people oppose Columbus Day claiming his achievements are not worthy of a holiday celebration. They view it as a celebration of conquest and genocide. An estimated 85% of the Indian population was wiped out within 150 years of Columbus' arrival in America. This was due largely to disease such as small pox as well as seizure of the land. Americans love a reason to celebrate and Columbus Day is a good one!
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Columbus Day shop at 4Favors has lots of great
Columbus Day including
Noisemakers, Keychains, Flags, Party Music, and Glow Sticks. As Columbus Day gets near you should try and get the family together for some food and games. You should have the snacks and appetizer in Columbus Day plates, these plates and bowls can be decorated with the American Flag or simply with red, white and blue colors. As for the favors you can give the guest some goodie bags with confetti and many different candies. Also, we
have Balloons, LED Light Ups, Gift Baskets, Plasticware, and Paper Plates which make great
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