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This photo was taken from nearby Ernest Gruening State Historical Park. Who was Gruening? A The founder of Juneau B One of Alaska’s first US senators C Alaska’s richest resident The park is named for one of Alaska’s two inaugural senators. Gruening also served as governor of the Alaska Territory, before it became a state. … Read more

This Christmas tree is set atop a barge near the capital city of what US state? A Maine B Alaska C Washington Amalga Harbor is about 15 miles north of Juneau, Alaska, and is one of only a handful of coastal capital cities in the US. The correct answer is Alaska.

What is the traditional Festivus home decoration? A Aluminum pole B Bonsai tree C Penguin feathers A vertical aluminum pole, unadorned by ‘distracting’ tinsel, was Frank Costanza’s preferred home ornament for Festivus due to its ‘very high strength-to-weight ratio.’ Festivus originator and ‘Seinfeld’ writer Daniel O’Keefe’s real-life practice didn’t include a pole though. Instead, he … Read more

Which television show made this made-up holiday famous? A Night Court B WKRP in Cincinnati C Seinfeld We have ‘Seinfeld’ to thank for inspiring this unconventional celebration, which was introduced in a December 1997 episode called ‘The Strike.’ The show’s audience really latched on to the idea, and fans continue to celebrate Festivus every December … Read more

Which Festivus tradition do these Gentoo penguins appear to be participating in? A Feats of strength B Festivus caroling C Airing of grievances It appears that our penguin friend is airing some grievances into the Antarctic air. This tradition of Festivus is a way to tell other celebrants how they’ve disappointed you in the past … Read more