So, what exactly is Boxing Day?? The exact origin of this “Day of Giving” is unknown. Some believe it began during the Middle Ages. Others say that it originated in the Roman/early Christian era. Regardless, Boxing Day was a time to give to those in need and it is a HUGE holiday in places like Canada.
Here’s how Boxing Day would work:
Tradesmen would collect “Christmas boxes” of money or presents on the day after Christmas as a way of saying “Thank You” for good service throughout the year. Also, wealthy landowners would reward their servants for making their Christmas perfect by allowing the “Help” to take the day after Christmas off to visit their families. Employers would give each servant a box containing gifts & bonuses & sometimes leftover food.
What is Boxing Day now?
Well, down through the centuries, Boxing Day has had a bigger impact, meaning SHOPPING!! December 26th translates to the biggest shopping day of the year in places like Canada and England. And that is why Dimond Center is hosting “Boxing Day” at the Mall ~ we want you to come check out some of the season’s BEST sales, Canada-style!
We don’t want to forget the nature of this holiday however, so please bring a jar of p-nut butter for our Children’s Mission PEANUT BUTTER DRIVE!! And help the Dimond Center give back to our local community. We’ll help YOU out by RECYCLING your X-mas paper products (PAPER ONLY!!), including boxes & wrapping paper! Help support a healthy environment by recycling with ALPAR & Dimond Center.
Come check out the season’s best sales in clothing, gifts, and ideas on December 26th at the Dimond Center ~ Alaska’s one stop shopping mecca ~ and experience Boxing Day, aye?
