Although you can buy your dad a beautiful or thoughtful gift, sometimes spending quality time together is the best present of all. Here are five bonding...
Father’s Day is fast approaching! Have you bought your gift? Does your dad insist he doesn’t need anything at all? Finding a unique or useful present...
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance, honoring all who have died in service to the United States. It takes place annually on the last Monday...
Few tributes are as moving as the traditional flyover at a military funeral or important public event. The flyover is even more dramatic when one aircraft...
It began with the stark reality. After World War I, in fields and towns throughout Europe, poppies began growing everywhere. Scientists said the growth on the...
This year, families will celebrate Mother’s Day on May 14. Many children will surprise Mom with their finest drawings and a few kind words about how...
It was 1936, and one mother sat worrying in a makeshift tent at the edge of a California pea field. She had seven hungry children, a...
Spring is in the air, and more motorcyclists than ever are on the road. But highway crashes continue to claim the lives of about 5,000 motorcyclists...
Everyone loves a party, and the celebration of Cinco de Mayo has captured the imaginations of Americans if not all of Mexico. Cinco de Mayo celebrates...
Life was much different for our mothers. What family stories did your mothers tell you of her life or your family’s early life? If you would...
Every year, Teacher Appreciation Week honors the teaching profession and highlights those engaged in supporting students’ educational success. In 2023, it takes place from May 1...
Administrative Professionals Week (APW) is celebrated annually on the last full week in April, which this year is April 23 to 29. The event aims to...
Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. This year’s theme is Invest in Our Planet. It focuses on engaging...
Looking for ways to spend your Easter long weekend? Consider one or two of these fun outings with your family or friends. You might even enjoy...
Are you among many people for whom Easter is synonymous with chocolate? Here’s a roundup of activities that are sure to please. • Tasting. Treat yourself...
Having guests in for Easter and not sure what to serve? Here are three enticing ideas. 1. Sugar shack feast. Enjoy a French-Canadian tradition with ham,...
Have you been invited to an Easter gathering and are searching for a unique way to express your thanks? These ideas may give you inspiration. Spring-themed...
National Volunteer Month happens every April across the United States. It celebrates the importance of giving back and encourages active volunteerism in generations to come. If...
This year, National Ag Day is celebrated on March 21. The theme is Agriculture: Growing a Climate for Tomorrow. This campaign encourages Americans to recognize and...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has this important information for you. If you suspect a child or adult has ingested poison, remain calm first....
The ballad Danny Boy perhaps perfectly reflects the pain of the diaspora from Ireland and has become an Irish anthem. But the tune’s origins are obscure,...
Even though it feels like spring sprung a couple of weeks ago, St. Patrick’s Day is often looked at as the unofficial start of spring and...
To celebrate International Women’s Day, here’s a look at three nations working hard to advance women’s rights. 1. Iceland For over ten years, Iceland has topped...
The residents of Cocoaville were busy one morning preparing for the big Easter picnic. The whole town looked forward to this event, held yearly in a...
International Women’s Day is observed annually on March 8. It’s a day to celebrate the achievements of women and help them continue to succeed in the...
Did you know that gender equality goes hand-in-hand with economic and financial stability? Women account for half the world’s working-age population. Therefore, the global economy suffers...
Youth Art Month is a yearly arts advocacy program that takes place throughout the entire month of March. Created by the Art and Creative Materials Institute...
On Feb. 20, Presidents’ Day, we mark the 292nd birthday of George Washington, the first president of the United States. No American has been more recognizable,...
He was a man seemingly doomed to live an obscure life, but Robert Smalls’ daring life defied expectations. Born into slavery in the salty coastal marshes...
Although Valentine’s Day is a day of love in many countries, not all nations observe February 14 as a day of romance. Here are some celebrations...
