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Halloween is considered to be the spookiest night of the year. But how exactly did a day filled with candy and dress-up become associated with evil? Let’s dive into the history of October 31 and try to understand how its demonic origins came to be. The Origins of Halloween Samhain It’s widely believed that Halloween derives from an ancient Celtic festival called Samhain (pronounced “SAW-win”). Samhain is a pagan festival that is celebrated from October 31 to November 1. Samhain was used to mark the Celts’ most important quarterly fire festival. This particular festival fell at the exact midpoint between...

Halloween has long been commercialized, so while we may incorporate traditions from the original festival, such as costumes and jack-o-lanterns, the meaning behind the holiday has very much changed. However, not everyone is willing to let go of the celebration’s original intent. We explore how Wiccans honour the history of Halloween and how they celebrate the day. How Do Wiccans Celebrate Halloween? What Is Wicca? Wicca is a modern pagan religion. It is a predominately Western movement that places a focus on nature and its worship. The religion also honours a Horned God and a Mother Goddess. Celebrations are typically...

Many people look forward to the yearly tradition called Halloween. Fortunately, The Halloween store in Calgary is happy to report that the backdrop, excitement, and spirit of the occasion can be felt throughout the year through the viewing of certain classic films. Must Watch Halloween Movies Naturally, The Halloween store in Calgary realizes that everyone holds individual tastes when referencing movies. That said, there is an exclusive list of films both critics and fans alike laud for being occasion-appropriate classics, which often includes: Nosferatu "Nosferatu" is widely thought of as the first truly scary movie. This silent classic produced during...

Looking for some great deals on your next Halloween costume? There's a lot of great bargains that can be had if you know what to look for. Here are some of the best tips for finding discount Halloween costumes. 1.  Start Looking After the Holidays The best time to shop for Halloween costumes in Calgary is after the holidays. There are still some sales after Halloween, so you want to start shopping for costumes during the Thanksgiving and Christmas season. There are even bigger discounts after the holiday season. After the whole holiday period, there won't be anything big for...

Fall is a wonderful time of year. The leaves are turning colors. The harvest is being reaped. Pumpkin spice and fresh apples are on the menu. It is also time for Halloween. While it has passed, that doesn’t mean you can’t learn something new about this spooky holiday.  Spend some time learning about the history of the fun fall decoration that is Jack-o-lanterns.  Jack-o-lanterns Have Spooky Irish Roots Although the practice of carving vegetables can be traced back centuries, there is a particular tale tied to the jack-o-lantern's origin. The legend is in Ireland, where a man called Stingy Jack...