Why This Important Day Matters Juneteenth is one of the most important—and for many years, one of the least widely understood—holidays in American history. Observed on June 19, Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Texas finally...
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Understanding “Miracle” Alzheimer’s Treatments When a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it’s natural to search for hope. Families want answers, comfort, and above all, something that might help preserve memory and connection. Unfortunately, this deep...
A Little Whimsy to Celebrate the Season Not every holiday is steeped in history—some are simply meant to make us smile. Slugs Return to Capistrano Day is one of those delightfully quirky celebrations that reminds us not to take life too seriously. Inspired by the more...
Memorial Day is a time set aside to remember and honor the men and women who have lost their lives in military service. The holiday began after the Civil War, when communities gathered to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers. Originally known as Decoration Day, it...
May is a month filled with color, growth, and light—and artists across the world capture its beauty in unique and inspiring ways. Painters like Jennifer Taylor (see acrylic painting above), Kirsten Handelmann, Evgeni Gordiets, and Tamara Andjus bring nature to life...
Mother’s Day is a time to honor the love, care, and strength that mothers bring into our lives. Its origins trace back to early 20th-century efforts to recognize the sacrifices women made for their families and communities. But beyond flowers and cards, this day holds...
(It's NOT Mexico Independence Day...) Cinco de Mayo is often associated with celebrations, music, and festive gatherings—but its true history is both meaningful and inspiring. The holiday commemorates the Battle of Puebla in 1862, when a small and under-equipped...
Featured Artist of the Month On April 26, 1798, one of history’s most passionate and expressive painters the world has seen, was born: Eugène Delacroix. Delacroix became one of the leading figures of the Romantic movement in art, a style that emphasized emotion,...
Honoring Our Planet on Earth Day Each April, people around the world come together to celebrate Earth Day—a reminder that our planet is both beautiful and fragile. Earth Day began in 1970 as a movement to raise awareness about environmental issues. Over the decades,...