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Independence Day: Birth of a Nation - July 4th This day commemorates the Declaration of Independence's adoption by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, marking the United States' birth as a new, free nation. The Declaration of Independence is a seminal document in American history, declaring the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule. Its adoption laid the foundation for the principles of liberty, freedom, and individual rights—values that continue to shape the United States. Independence Day is often celebrated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, and other public and private events honoring the nation's history, government, and traditions. Fairfax High School [...]

  Juneteenth: The Emancipation Proclamation Realized - June 19th Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, celebrates the end of slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865. This was two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation declared enslaved people in Confederate states to be free. Juneteenth symbolizes the end of slavery in America and is a day to honor the resilience and contributions of African Americans.  Juneteenth Event — Latin American Youth Center

Memorial Day is a federal holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. It was originally known as Decoration Day. It originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings, and participating in parades. 3 Things to Do on Memorial Day in Washington, D.C. 1. Watch the Memorial Day Parade https://www.americanveteranscenter.org/avc-events/parade/ May 29 at 2:00 PM Constitution Avenue The in-person parade will take place ‘live’ in Washington, filmed [...]

2023 Peak Bloom Prediction Washington Post Capital Weather Gang published their prediction on March 14. They predict that the blossoms will hit peak bloom sometime between March 19 and 23. 2023 Cherry Blossom Festival The 2023 National Cherry Blossom Festival is scheduled to run from March 18 to April 16. https://nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/all-events/ provides all the events for 2023 National Cherry Blossom Festival. Here are the dates for some of the events in Washington DC. Opening Ceremony: Saturday, March 25, 2023 Kite Festival: Saturday, March 25, 2023 PetalPalooza: Saturday, April 8, 2023 Parade: Saturday, April 15, 2023 https://nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/event/blossom-kite-festival/ Creator: Joy Asico/Asico Photo Copyright: [...]

What is St. Patrick’s Day? St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17, the anniversary of his death in the fifth century. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years. On St. Patrick’s Day, which falls during the Christian season of Lent, Irish families would traditionally attend church in the morning and celebrate in the afternoon. Lenten prohibitions against the consumption of meat were waived and people would dance, drink and feast–on the traditional meal of Irish bacon and cabbage. More than 100 St. Patrick’s Day parades are held across the United States; New [...]