Category Archives: Holidays
Happy 4th of July!
“Variously known as the Fourth of July and Independence Day, July 4th has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution … Continue reading
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Happy Father’s Day!
“The first Mother’s Day was celebrated in 1914, but a holiday honoring fathers did not become official until 1966, when President Lyndon Johnson declared that the third Sunday in June would be Father’s Day. President Richard Nixon made this proclamation … Continue reading
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Memorial Day at American Battle Monuments
“During Memorial Day weekend ABMC sites throughout the world will pay tribute to the more than 218,000 individuals commemorated at these overseas cemeteries. Events are planned in France, England, Belgium, Netherlands, Italy, Luxembourg, the Philippines, Tunisia, Panama and Mexico.” Click … Continue reading
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Happy Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day from EngAGE! (Photo credit: Beverly Lussier, freeimages.com)
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26th Anniversary of Martin Luther King Day
“This Monday marks the 26th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The nation observed the holiday for the first time on January 20, 1986 after a 15 year campaign that began not long after King’s assassination in 1968. The … Continue reading
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year and best wishes from everyone at EngAGE!
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