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Interacting with Black History: Inventions

February 18, 2020 As we continue to celebrate Black History month, we look towards a new field of inspiration: inventions. Minorities often don’t receive recognition for their hard work and many were never even acknowledged before their death. In order to take these stories of influential people and make them more personal, here are some…

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America’s 6 Best Family-Friendly Halloween Attractions

October 17, 2018 Not every family is into celebrating Halloween, but the ones that do may struggle to find attractions that are kid-friendly. If your child gets spooked by the haunted houses and fright zones, but still likes the idea of dressing up, here are some suggestions that are a little less trick and a…

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Mother’s Day, This Time With More Meaning

May 9, 2012 What Makes A Mother? Mother’s Day was officially created in 1908 to honor mothers whose sons died in war. The earliest attempts to establish a Mother’s Day was rooted in women’s peace groups. It has since become a day to celebrate motherhood, mothers, and the positive contributions they make to our society….

Spring Traditions Around the World
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Spring Traditions Around the World

March 19, 2012 Learning about various cultures is always fun and enlightening, not just for adults – but kids as well. This spring, people around the world will participate in activities and fun. From the ancient to the modern, these spring traditions and festivals may inspire something new you’ll want to try with your family….

Little Known Facts About Food for the Olympic Athletes
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Little Known Facts About Food for the Olympic Athletes

July 29, 2016 The Olympics are set to start on August 5th and the athletes have moved into their housing in the Olympic Village. They are becoming acclimated to the weather, timing, and food in the location where they will spend most of the next couple weeks. So how does the food situation work for such a…

Hit the Beach Without Making a Dent This Summer: 6 Ways to Leave the Beach Better Than You Found it
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Hit the Beach Without Making a Dent This Summer: 6 Ways to Leave the Beach Better Than You Found it

May 3, 2016 There’s nothing quite like a summer vacation at the beach. Sunshine, blue skies, beautiful waters, and sandy beaches are the ideal elements of a memorable summer escape with the family. How can we protect the delicate ecosystems of our shorelines, so that the next generation can enjoy a summer at the beach,…

The Art of Celebrating Hanukkah and Christmas
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The Art of Celebrating Hanukkah and Christmas

November 21, 2013 Today, families are more blended than ever which is a beautiful thing – but it can present some challenges, particularly where holidays are concerned.  An interfaith marriage doesn’t necessarily have to result in a couple choosing one set of beliefs over another but, rather, they can learn to embrace and incorporate each…

Extreme Summer: This Ain’t Your Momma’s Water Play
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Extreme Summer: This Ain’t Your Momma’s Water Play

August 12, 2014 It’s the second week of August. Some kids are already back to school. Labor Day creeps closer and we know that summer, the season of fun and adventure, is on its way out. But before we say goodbye, let’s look at the craziest, strangest, and biggest water fun available (perhaps you can plan…

Cinco Ways to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
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Cinco Ways to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

May 5, 2014 Many people confuse Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May in Spanish, with Mexico’s independence day but, in actuality, it is a national holiday commemorating the country’s victory over the French which, of course, was an important step towards attaining autonomy. While all special days are enjoyable, Cinco de Mayo is…

eBay’s Curate for a Cause Sweepstakes + Help Raise $25K for March of Dimes #ImBornTo
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eBay’s Curate for a Cause Sweepstakes + Help Raise $25K for March of Dimes #ImBornTo

March 19, 2014 What were you born to be? Be a fabulous mom to your children? Introduce a new fashion line to the world? Prepare extraordinary gluten-free cuisine?  Travel the world photographing exotic animals? Together with March of Dimes, eBay celebrates the potential in all of us. We are all born to be something great! And now…

Valentine’s Day: What Not to Buy
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Valentine’s Day: What Not to Buy

February 11, 2014 With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, companies have started bombarding our men with commercials telling them what they need to buy to declare their love. Tradition calls for things like edible delicacies, jewels, and intimate apparel. Just in case you feel confused or need to pass on some advice, here are…