The centerpieces and the people's party : creating a workplace holiday tradition / Maria Quinlan Leiby.

Maria Quinlan Leiby talks about the creation of a Christmas tradition among the staff of the Michigan Historical Center in a talk titled, "The centerpieces and the people's party: creating a workplace holiday tradition". Leiby explains the evolution of the event and how it grew in spite of upper management's resistance. She describes how singing and various contests were added over the years. Susan E. Cooper leads the group in singing satirical versions of carols adapted to reflect budget cuts in the state government. The session concludes with questions and answer. Introduction by Professor John P. Beck, Associate Director, Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations. Part of the "Our Daily Work/Our Daily Lives" Brown Bag series sponsored by the Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations and the MSU Museum.

Recorded by the Vincent Voice Library, Jan. 27, 2012.