5 Things You Should Know About Nelson MandelaLegal careerMandela was one of South Africa's first black lawyers.Yet another firstMandela was also South Africa's first black president.A Nobel PrizeMandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his influ… Đọc thêm »
Why Do We Celebrate Bastille Day?
Bastille Day ActivitiesFind a party near youIn the United States, more than 50 cities have established some form of an official Bastille Day celebration. Some of the largest are found in New York, Milwaukee, St. Louis, and New Orleans — all of which … Đọc thêm »
Why Do We Celebrate Orangemen's Day?
How to Observe Orangemen's DayLight a bonfireIrish protestants celebrate Orangemen's day by building towering bonfires, competing with one another to create the largest blaze.Beat the Lambeg drumOn Orangemen local Protestant lodges' marching bands ca… Đọc thêm »
Why Do We Celebrate Nunavut Day?
How to Observe Nunavut DayPlan a trip to NunavetNunavet is a great place to visit for adventure seekers and lovers of the cold climates. Plus, there's a good chance none of your family and friends have gone, so you'll probably score some bragging rig… Đọc thêm »
Listicles National Soul Food Month 2022
4 Heartwarming Soul Food FactsHumble beginningsCooks used their skills to turn cheap and unappealing cuts of meat into delicious meals.All hail kaleWe only recently recognized kale as a "super food." Soul food has depended on it for ages."Red" is a f… Đọc thêm »
Why Do We Celebrate National Soul Food Month?
National Soul Food Month ActivitiesEat at a soul food restaurantLook up a well-reviewed restaurant in your area. We're pretty sure you will love the food!Make some soul food for the whole familyTake your pick — smothered pork chops, fried chicken, bo… Đọc thêm »
Timeline of National Soul Food Month 2022
National Soul Food Month timeline 2007 The current holiday tradition began The Culinary Historians of Chicago sponsored the first National Soul Food Month. 1960 Soul food grew in popularity The term "soul food" attainted greater status after Alex Ha… Đọc thêm »
Timeline of National Soul Food Month 2022
National Soul Food Month timeline 2007 The current holiday tradition began The Culinary Historians of Chicago sponsored the first National Soul Food Month. 1960 Soul food grew in popularity The term "soul food" attainted greater status after Alex Ha… Đọc thêm »
Why Do We Celebrate National Soul Food Month?
National Soul Food Month ActivitiesEat at a soul food restaurantLook up a well-reviewed restaurant in your area. We're pretty sure you will love the food!Make some soul food for the whole familyTake your pick — smothered pork chops, fried chicken, bo… Đọc thêm »
Why Do We Celebrate Philippines Independence Day?
Philippines Independence Day ActivitiesCreate your own "family flag"National, state, and organizational flags are full of symbolism. Why not create a flag that represents your own family's hopes and strengths?Attend an Independence Day paradeThe 202… Đọc thêm »
Why Do We Celebrate National Yo-Yo Day?
National Yo-Yo Day ActivitiesHave a yo-yo party!Think of this like a yo-yo pot luck. Of course, everyone can still bring some chow (we'd recommend it), but the key is to show off a unique yo-yo. These could be vintage, new, or if you happen to be an … Đọc thêm »
Listicles National Soul Food Month 2022
4 Heartwarming Soul Food FactsHumble beginningsCooks used their skills to turn cheap and unappealing cuts of meat into delicious meals.All hail kaleWe only recently recognized kale as a "super food." Soul food has depended on it for ages."Red" is a f… Đọc thêm »
Why Do We Celebrate Western Australia Day?
Western Australia Day ActivitiesHit a free festivalWA Day is marked by free festivals across Australia — including Mandurah, Bunbury, Albany, Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Geraldton, Onslow, Newman, and Port Hedland.Gala DinnerThe highlight of WA Day is the We… Đọc thêm »
Listicles Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022
4 Things To Know About Asian Americans And Pacific IslandersThe Chinese arrived firstChinese immigrants came in the mid-19th century to work on the railroads and gold mines.Aloha is not a simple "Hello"The Spirit of Aloha is a law that all Hawaiians,… Đọc thêm »
Listicles Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022
4 Things To Know About Asian Americans And Pacific IslandersThe Chinese arrived firstChinese immigrants came in the mid-19th century to work on the railroads and gold mines.Aloha is not a simple "Hello"The Spirit of Aloha is a law that all Hawaiians,… Đọc thêm »
Listicles Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022
4 Things To Know About Asian Americans And Pacific IslandersThe Chinese arrived firstChinese immigrants came in the mid-19th century to work on the railroads and gold mines.Aloha is not a simple "Hello"The Spirit of Aloha is a law that all Hawaiians,… Đọc thêm »
Listicles Good Friday 2022
3 Good Friday OdditiesThe name "Good Friday" goes back centuriesThe earliest known use of the name "Good Friday" goes back to about 1290 in a text called "The South English Legendary."Go fly a kiteIn Bermuda it's traditional to fly a kite on Good Fri… Đọc thêm »
Timeline of Black History Month 2022
Black History Month timelineFebruary 10, 1976BHM Gets Presidential EndorsementGerald Ford urges Americans to honor the U.S. Bicentennial by also celebrating Black History Month.February 1970The Month First ObservedProposed by black educators and stud… Đọc thêm »
Timeline of Abraham Lincoln's Birthday 2022
Abraham Lincoln's Birthday timelineApril 15, 1865AssassinationConfederate sympathizer John Wilkes Booth shot Lincoln at Ford's Theatre in Washington. Lincoln remained unconscious for nine hours and died the following morning. His body lay in state at… Đọc thêm »
Listicles Black History Month 2022
5 Super Interesting Facts About Black American HistoryRosa Parks wasn't the firstClaudette Colvin, a 15-year-old girl, refused to move to the back of a bus nine months before Parks did.MLK improvised his most famous speechAlthough he had prepared not… Đọc thêm »