Posts Tagged ‘General Interest’

Happy Summer Solstice! Discover the “Great Alignment” of Stonehenge and the ancient traditions that celebrated the longest day of the year.

Happy Flag Day! Discover 5 things you didn’t know about “Old Glory” and the fascinating story of the high school student who designed our 50-star flag.

Happy World Environment Day! Discover how a 1972 global meeting sparked a movement that helps us protect our “Only One Earth” every June 5th.

Why the red flower? Discover the moving history of the Memorial Day Poppy and the woman who made it a global symbol of remembrance.

Happy National Mimosa Day! Discover how a Parisian hotel bartender and a film director created the world’s most popular breakfast cocktail.

Did you know the founder of Mother’s Day ended up hating the holiday? Explore the fascinating, bittersweet history of our favorite May Sunday.

Happy May Day! Discover the ancient origins of our favorite spring traditions and the surprising history behind the “Mayday” distress signal.

Carry a rhyme this Thursday! Celebrate the end of National Poetry Month with “Poem in Your Pocket” Day.

Grab your gingham! Celebrate National Picnic Day this Thursday with a look at the history and the best “picnic-ready” recipes for 2026.

Why do we owe the IRS by April 15th? Discover the history of Tax Day and some of the most bizarre tax facts in American history.