Did you know that May Day... is celebrated on the first Monday of May in northern Europe? For northern Europeans, May Day traditionally marks the first day of spring after the long, harsh months of winter. The day is filled with dancing and flowers to symbolize new growth and life. The maypole, an enormous striped pole with cascading colorful ribbons, is a central focus of the celebration. SOURCE:  "Celebrations" by Anabel kindersley, published by Fenn Publishing Company Ltd. This website: Copyright © 2002 Dream World Media, LLC. / Urban Mozaik Magazine. All rights reserved. This website/publication, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced without written permission from the publisher or the previous publisher of original republished materials.