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The All-Inclusive "Holiday" Display
From the
Buffalo News, December 14, 2008:
Islam’s crescent added to town’s holiday display
ARMONK — When they light the town Christmas tree in Armonk today, there will be a Jewish menorah right alongside, as usual. There will also be something new this year — an Islamic crescent and star.
And if there are any local Buddhists or Hindus in town who want to see their symbols as well, the town is welcoming applications.
The holiday display, sponsored by the town of North Castle, which includes the village of Armonk, is among a growing number around the country that include the common symbol for Islam....
Armonk is in Westchester County, New York, and is the location of the
IBM's corporate headquarters.
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