In commemoration of Thanksgiving Day this 2010, the American Corner (AC) at DLSU, locally known as the American Studies Resource Center (ASRC), had a weeklong exhibit and offered Thanksgiving gifts to library patrons.
Thanksgiving, which was first celebrated back in 1621 by English settlers of the Plymouth
To celebrate this special occasion, ASRC held a Thanksgiving exhibit at the library lobby from November 22 until November 26. The exhibit featured Thanksgiving origin and traditions. Photos of roast turkeys, pumpkin pies and families gathered around the table for a holiday meal generally underscore what the occasion is all about. Also included in the paper show were some jokes and bible quotes about Thanksgiving that certainly added flavor it. To complement the exhibit was the video show with a similar theme that was continuously played for the library goers to watch on their desired time. Thus, apart from commemorating Thanksgiving, the exhibit also served as information outpost to those who are interested to know more on how and why Thanksgiving is celebrated.
And because Thanksgiving is also about “giving” or sharing as much as it is about “giving thanks”, ASRC personnel in partnership with Ms. Willian Frias, Public Programs Officer, prepared goodies (consisting of chocolates and candies) bundled in colored plastic wrappers as a Thanksgiving gift. On the day of Thanksgiving itself, the goodies were given away to all lucky students, staff and visitors who passed by the library lobby. This gift-giving activity highlighted the celebration. The gifts were received with surprised, smiling and happy faces. What a good way to celebrate Thanksgiving Day. ~
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