In Hawaii, New Years may conjure thoughts of eating sashimi and setting off fireworks. Elsewhere, there are traditions that involve giant pickles, pinecones and even possums.
As you count down to 2012, check out The Atlantic Cities’ look at a variety of traditions around the country.
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