1. The Early Years: 1920s and 1930s – Setting the Stage The first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in 1924, originating as a promotional event for the holiday season. Organized by Macy’s employees, it featured floats, bands, and live animals borrowed from the Central Park Zoo. Despite its modest beginning, the parade was an […]
1. Family Dynamics and Holiday Gatherings Thanksgiving is synonymous with family reunions, often bringing together relatives with diverse personalities and histories. Films like “Home for the Holidays” (1995), directed by Jodie Foster, encapsulate the chaos and warmth of such gatherings. The story follows Claudia Larson (Holly Hunter) as she returns home for Thanksgiving after losing […]
