1 . Welcome to Open Days—Tours of America's Best Private Gardens
Registration(注册) is now open for all Open Days through. September. Registration for Open Days will open about two months before each event.
We made several big changes to the program last year, and all of them will remain in place for our 2022 Open Days season, including:
·Online pre-registration is required for each garden. In our website, please click and register for each garden you would like to visit. Children under 12 are free and do not need to be pre-registered if they come with a pre-registered adult.
·The number of visitors is limited. Sorry, no walk-ins allowed; no paper tickets or cash payments will be accepted on-site.
·Registrations won’t be returned. Sorry, we are not able to offer your money back unless we call off the event.
About special activities
Garden Extras Many Open Days hosts provide the guests with guided tours and additional activities such as book-signings, plant sales, or demonstrations(展示). These Garden Extras are free with Open Days garden admission(入场费).
Digging Deeper Special site-specific programs were added in 2015 and quickly became popular. In these Digging Deeper events, small groups of visitors come together for informative yet informal talks and demonstrations with experts from the garden world: garden writers, plant collectors, artists, and more. Advance registration and pre-purchase are required. Space is limited and they fill up quickly!
Garden Masters Series In 2019, we introduced the Garden Masters Series. These events provide a chance for deep learning, inspiration, and a unique experience with like-minded friends and fellow garden lovers. Book early.
1. What is required for the 2022 Open Days season?
| A．On-site payment. | B．Paper admission tickets. |
| C．Online advance registration. | D．Application for refund. |
| A．They are included in the admission. | B．They provide chances for further learning. |
| C．They are used by the host to make money. | D．They allow visitors to grow their own plants. |
| A．To comment. | B．To warn. | C．To discuss. | D．To inform. |
2 . After a long period of lockdown, now it is time to relax. Head out to find surprising holiday decorations to warm your heart and make your season bright. Come on, light shows are waiting for you.
Holiday Lights on the Boardwalk
Take a walk by the ocean and experience a holiday light display along the Long Beach Boardwalk, dusk to 9 p. m. daily and weekends through mid-January, from Long Beach to Park Avenue.
Free, 516-432-6000. You can also check the stores along Park Avenue for more holiday lights.
Town of Islip Holiday Light Show
Bring the family to see the lights from the comfort and safety of personal vehicles as you drive through the 1/8-mile light display on the grounds of historic Brookwood Hall. Decorations have been given by Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs and Public Works staff.
Cheap, 516-433-6742. From 5 p. m. to 8 p. m. Dec. 22; Brookwood Hall Park.
Suffolk County Holiday Lights Show
The Suffolk County’s drive-through display features two miles of holiday-themed lights; opens from 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. through Dec. 30. Closed Dec. 24-25. Tickets will be sold at the gate and payment can be made with credit cards only, no cash, $25; $22 on Dec. 30.
Monday through Friday; 631-543-6622.
Christmas House
Indoor family-friendly walk through holiday experience, highlights include a real snow room: 3 to 11 p. m. Monday-Thursday; 3 p. m. to 1 a. m. Friday; 10 a. m. to 1 a. m. Saturday; 10 a. m. to 11 p. m. Sunday through January. Guests must wear masks, maintain social distancing and purchase tickets with assigned arrival time in advance online.
$30 for adults, $25 for kids aged 10 and younger, 631-591-0455.
1. Which light show is for nothing?| A．Christmas House. |
| B．Holiday Lights on the Boardwalk. |
| C．Town of Islip Holiday Light Show. |
| D．Suffolk County Holiday Lights Show. |
| A．516432-6000. | B．516433-6742. |
| C．631-543-6622. | D．631-591-0455. |
| A．Visit the real snow room. |
| B．Take the family members. |
| C．Book tickets with credit cards. |
| D．Buy tickets ahead of time. |
3 . In the long history of about 5,000 years, numerous Chinese traditional festivals were celebrated in memory of gods or some significant days, some of which are passed down from generation to generation.
Qingming Festival
Qingming Festival is on the 15th day after Spring Equinox, round April 4 or April 5 every year. People will go to worship their ancestors.
Double Ninth Festival
Winter Solstice
Winter Solstice is on around December 22 or 23 of solar calendar each year. From Winter Solstice on, the daytime will be longer and longer. That day people in different regions eat different food. In the northern region, people eat dumplings and wonton (馄饨), while in the southern region rice balls.
In China, this festival is in late January or early February, the last day of the Lunar year. People celebrate it by having a family reunion dinner, setting off fireworks and staying up late.
| A．New Year’s Eve |
| B．Mid-Autumn Festival |
| C．People always practice special traditional activities in each festival |
| D．People always visit their friends and relatives |
| E．They remove the weeds growing on the ancestors’ tombs to make them clean |
| F．Breaking the dishes and bowls is a thing all the people scare |
| G．It is celebrated on Sept. 9th of the Lunar Calendar, around October |
4 . Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer Vacation
After a busy school year, there’s nothing wrong with watching TV, sleeping late or playing video games all day long. However, summer is the best time to have fun and prepare yourself for the next school year or the world beyond the classroom.
• Take a course to learn to cook. Nothing surprises and delights a family more than a teenager who can cook. You can contact community centers in your area to find out about cooking class offerings.
• Play a new sport to keep healthy.
• Volunteer to make a difference. Choose volunteer opportunities based on the things that matter most to you.
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| A．You can also learn it by yourself |
| B．Then find learning resources online |
| C．Research colleges to decide your major |
| D．You might volunteer at a local nursing home |
| E．Research colleges to find out which one suits you |
| F．To make your summer vacation meaningful, read on |
| G．Learning one over the summer is a great way to stay fit |
5 . 116th Annual Florence County Fair
August 23-24-25, 2019
Florence County Fair Park
5505 County Highway N; Florence, WI
This Florence County Fair marks the 116th annual anniversary celebration of our family-friendly tradition. While many items and activities have changed throughout the years, one very important item has not changed. The Florence County Fair is a celebration of varied talents of our Florence County residents as well as serving as a showcase of our County’s agricultural and natural resources.
New Contests and Activities Added
We have added multiple new contests and activities, such as the Secret Life of My Pets Tea Party, special exhibit contests, a Polka mass and music by Jerry Voelker and the Jolly Gents.
Low Admission Prices
Adults (ages 12 & older) $10.00 per person
Kids (ages 11 & under) Free
Seniors (ages 65 & older) $5.00 per person
Exhibitors $5.00 per person
Parking
No charge for parking at the Florence County Fair Park; however, space is limited. Parking will be restricted on County N near the two entry gates for vehicles entering and exiting the fairgrounds.
Additional Costs to Participate
Once you are at the fair, most of the entertainment and activities are free to watch and participate in. Out of all those activities, there are some which require an additional entry fee for you to participate in-the Classic Car and Motorcycle Show, the Mud Bog, and the ATV/UTV games.
All of our music, old-fashioned kids games, Magic Show and Air-Powered Rocket Workshop, horse pull, Grandma’s Garden, plus many more activities are all free to attend and participate in.
Our goal is to keep our 116th Annual County tradition a family-friendly event affordable for everyone who is attending. We hope to see you there!
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding the fair, please let us know.
Call the Fair Office at 906-282-9153.
E-mail us at florencecountyfair@hotmail.com.
1. What can we learn about Florence County Fair?| A．It has a history of 161 years. |
| B．It has added some fresh activities. |
| C．It is open for about a month. |
| D．It is free for all the kids and the old. |
| A．Old-fashioned kids games. | B．A Polka mass and music. |
| C．The Mud Bog. | D．Grandma’s Garden. |
| A．To inform the readers. | B．To remind the readers. |
| C．To educate the readers. | D．To amuse the readers. |
6 . Edinburgh is the world's festival city．There are 12 festivals throughout the year, half of which are celebrated during the months of July and August．
Thousands of people visit the Scottish capital during the summer．Here are some of the events they can enjoy:
The Edinburgh International Festival
This is the original Edinburgh festival, which began in 1947．Actors, musicians, dancers and opera singers from all over the world perform to huge audiences．You need tickets for most events which take place in theatres around the city．
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe（艺穗芳）
This is the largest arts festival in the world with thousands of shows taking place across the city．More than 20, 000 artists take part, as the festival is open to anyone．Visitors can choose from a huge variety of acts．
Join thousands of visitors and locals at the Royal Mile, Edinburgh's main street, to watch all kinds of performers and shows．
The Edinburgh International Book Festival
The largest book festival in the world began in 1983 and takes place every year in Charlotte Square Gardens, in the centre of Edinburgh．There are more than 700 events for children and adults who love books．You can meet many authors, talk to them, ask them to sign a book or listen to them talk about their stories．Children can listen to stories and watch illustrators（插画家） draw pictures．
The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival
Music lovers come to this festival to enjoy music shows around the city．One of the highlights（精彩部分）of this musical event is the street carnival which is free to all．Artists perform street theatre, dance and circus shows in amazing costumes, and everyone can join in the dancing．
1. What can people do at the Edinburgh International Festival?| A．Meet many authors and talk to them． | B．Experience the street carnival． |
| C．Buy tickets to watch performances． | D．Get actors and musicians' signatures． |
| A．The Edinburgh International Festival． | B．The Edinburgh Festival Fringe． |
| C．The Edinburgh International Book Festival． | D．The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival． |
| A．To introduce a few Edinburgh's events． | B．To tell readers about Edinburgh． |
| C．To share good feelings with readers． | D．To show us how to celebrate important festivals． |
7 . A Housewarming Party
A housewarming party is a special party to be held when someone buys or moves into a new apartment or house.The person or people who bought the apartment or house or moved are the ones who throw the party.
It is traditional to bring a gift to a housewarming party.
Housewarming parties get their name from the fact that a long time ago people would actually bring firewood to a new home as a gift so that the person could keep the home warm for the winter.
| A．You can also bring food or drinks to share. |
| B．Different activities are held to make guests satisfied. |
| C．There are usually no planned activities at a housewarming party. |
| D．Now most homes substitute(替代) fires with central heating to keep warm. |
| E．Different people hold or attend housewarming parties for various reasons. |
| F．Some people register a list of things they would like to give as gifts at local stores. |
| G．The party is an opportunity for friends and family to congratulate the person or people on the new home. |
8 . Halloween is a holiday for all ages, but trick-or-treating is something traditionally done by kids. But, it’s a fun activity that anyone can experience. And at 91 years old, Mary “Baba” Spaeth was able to experience trick-or-treating for the very first time.
On October 28, Spaeth’s daughter Christine Spaeth Richardson noticed that her mom seemed to be sad on the day. Richardson knew how much her mother loves to see her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and knew Halloween was coming up, so she decided to use the opportunity to take her mom trick-or-treating, too.
The experience was new for Baba. She came to the United States in the 1940s from Croatia as a teenager, where trick-or-treating wasn’t a tradition. Her family participated in American holidays, such as Halloween, but the great-grandma never had the chance to go trick-or-treating herself until now. This time, she went around to friends’ and family’s houses for an early trick-or-treating period. It wasn’t a totally traditional trick-or-treating experience. Besides not taking place on October 31, Baba actually brought the treats. She gave out candy to the kids, and pizza and wine to the grown-ups. It took a couple of houses before Baba remembered to start off the conversation with “trick-or-treat.”
She had a blast! She got so many hugs and kisses and pictures, too! She just couldn’t stop talking about tricking all her great grand babies! All the hugs and kisses from all her grandkids and great grandbabies made her so warm and happy! Never underestimate the power of a hug, a smile, a kiss. Most of all, a big tight feeling from a family group hug now is a TREAT! She’ll talk about it for a long time.
1. What was Christine’s purpose of taking Baba trick-or-treating?| A．To meet Christine’s wish of trick-or-treating. |
| B．To help Baba know the tradition. |
| C．To cheer her mother up. |
| D．To satisfy Baba’s grandchildren’s requirement. |
| A．Her motherland had no such a holiday. |
| B．She left the U. S. at an early age. |
| C．She hated the U. S. holidays like Halloween. |
| D．She spent her adulthood without Halloween. |
| A．It was just a joke to her families and friends. |
| B．It was not a real trick-or-treating in strict sense. |
| C．Baba completely obeyed the game rules of trick-or-treating. |
| D．Trick-or-treating was too boring for an old woman like Baba. |
| A．Sweet risk. | B．Tiring time. |
| C．Big shock. | D．Happy experience. |
9 . Every time the last month of Chinese lunar year nears the end, Chinese communities around the globe are preparing to launch next New Year celebrations.
Chinese New Year is the longest national holiday in China and New Year’s day is the most important date in the Chinese calendar. Chinese New Year is based on the ancient Chinese lunar calendar, falling on the second new moon after winter solstice(冬至)--meaning it changes each year.
Roughly a sixth of the world will observe Chinese New Year, with celebrations in Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia, along with other countries with significant Chinese populations.
How is Chinese New Year celebrated?
Many celebrations take place, including parades(旅行), dragon dances, reunions and wonderful dinners. Red clothing is considered essential, as it is said to scare off the mythical monster Nian. Children are traditionally given red envelopes with money inside which they sleep with under their pillows, which is said to bring them good fortune and happiness.
What does the year of the rooster mean?
2017 is the year of the tenth Chinese zodiac(十二生肖), the rooster.
| A．What is Chinese New Year? |
| B．When is Chinese New Year coming? |
| C．Each day has its own celebration |
| D．However, this is the year of the fire rooster |
| E．It is pronounced “Gong Xi Fa Cai” in Mandarin |
| F．It is the most important holiday in the Chinese calendar |
| G．London and San Francisco both claim to host the largest celebrations outside of Asia |
