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The Louvre, Yosemite, and Mars?! You Can Explore Them All on a Virtual Tour Image
The Louvre, Yosemite, and Mars?! You Can...
Staying indoors all day can be draining, especially when you have kids to keep entertained. While we all need to do our part to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by staying at home, it’s crucial that you find various activities and hobbies to occupy your time. For instance, these virtual...
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Looking for a Hearty, Fulfilling Meal? Check Out This Recipe for Biscuits and Gravy Image
Looking for a Hearty, Fulfilling Meal? Check...
National Buttermilk Biscuit Day is observed each year in the United States on May 14th. This food holiday celebrates the delectable culinary invention of the American biscuit. Before the American Civil War, biscuits emerged as an inexpensive addition to the U.S. working class’ breakfast,...
Memorial Day
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in military service for the United States. While there is some dispute as to the origin of the day, the first was observed on May 30, 1868, under proclamation by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic. The first official observation involved placing flowers on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. Many cities have laid claim to have begun Memorial Day, though President Lyndon Johnson officially declared Waterloo N.Y. as the...