The time between the winter solstice and the spring equinox brings out many a pagan celebration (as well as many non-pagan ones). Here are some great photos of costumes from around the world. 

Also, here’s an article about modern-day wassails and apple trees. Sounds fun!

Cities and Memory aims to create a global sound map, with Dada influences. I am all about this.

And finally, the Medievalists have some name suggestions for girls. Some are fairly normal by current standards, others…not so much. (Scholastica!)