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♫Begun in '61♫
In the 60s, Music of the United Kingdom developed into one of the most popular forms of modern music in the world. Adapted forms of American music in Beat music and British blues would be re-exported...
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Juniper Meets Crustacean
Oh, dear! A dual celebration almost slipped right through my fingertips! Never too late to celebrate and like many birthdays can also be a belated celebration, especially the second of the two since it...
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O-o-o-o-oh, MORE Fudgie Madness!
On May 11, O-o-o-o-oh, Fudge! celebrated National Nutty Fudge Day. Since the nutty fudge requires fudge as its star with nuts as an added attraction one might think the celebration of that 'fudge'...
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Enjoy the Thrill of the Ride!
Today's History LessonThere was a time when no amusement ride could possibly bring about more screams and excitement than the roller coaster! Of course, with advancements in entertainment backed by...
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♫Like a Rolling Stone♫
The title is not a reference to The Rolling Stones, "World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band" in the late '60s. It is taken from the phrase "A rolling stone gathers no moss." While not the only reference...
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Sweet or Sour...Tarts & Strudel
Let's Embrace the Music Memories...From Then 'Til Now of 'Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White' but in a different context. In fact, let's change the words a bit in celebration of this day's foodie fun...
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From Whence the Days Came...
Have you ever pondered why the days of the week carry their specific names? Of course, the names differ according to the language in which they are being referred but the English translations are still...
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The Best is Enjoyed Outdoors!
How do you plan a picnic? Is it thoroughly and strategically planned, a potluck affair or completely impromptu? For this picnic, not much time is left for planning unless you already have this day's...
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What's Happenin'? Go Fishin'!
Get ready! Get set! Go...Fishin'! June 18 is... Go Fishing DayChart a course right to your favorite fishin' hole! Nothing better than a day outdoors, better still a day on or near the water. Fishing...
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War & a Song
Today's History Lesson...19th CenturyAmerica's freedom was not free but came at a high price...a price of sacrifice. While America's independence was declared in 1776, this did not put an end to...
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"The King" - NO! Not Elvis!
Today's History Lesson continues,in sports...Move forward 148 years from the War of 1812 to the year 1960.STOP!Dependent upon the era in which you grew up, you may or may not be familiar with the TV...
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Tragedy in Space
Today's History Lesson continues with tragedy...Moving forward from the 60s into the 80s comes tragedy within the age of space technology. Among the recordings of history are accounts of excitement,...
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To all Fathers...
Sunday, June 19, 2016 is Father's Day...a day of honor and celebration for our dads and fathers. Not all fathers are dads nor are all dads fathers. Each holds a special place in a child's, teen's or...
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The Coolest 'Cat'
Garfield is the coolest 'cat' around who...Says"All I do is eat and sleep. Eat and sleep. Eat and sleep. There must be more to a cat's life than that. But I hope not."Believes"I'm not over-weight, I'm...
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The 5¢ Theatre Ticket
Today's History Lesson...the moviesA great way to celebrate Father's Day is to gather the family together for movie time. Treat Dad, or perhaps even Granddad, to one of his favorite movies of all time...
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Splish Splash or Shake It Up...maybe both!
Load up on ice cream! WithJune beingNational Dairy Month, this summer favorite frozen treat (usually made from dairy products), is on the calendar twice in one day. Start first with a "Splish, Splash"...
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Jumpin' for Choco-Nutty Joy!
for this day's extra fun!Where there is chocolate, there are smiles! Where there are smiles, there is a good chance chocolate is in the room! Whether nestled in a candy dish resting on an end table,...
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Savor the Comic, Unplug the Drama
for this day's foodie fun!Life is filled with comic moments that make us burst out, bend over double with laughter while other times overflow with drama that brings on the tears. Which do you prefer,...
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And the Bells Toll...Let freedom ring!
Today's History LessonOn July 4th every year celebration abounds with all its fanfare in recognition of Independence Day. On that day in 1776, America's independence from the British was declared and...
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Sugar! Sugar!
Time to bring out the child in you...the bright-sunshine feel of sunflowers & daisies! With the weekend upon us, perfect timing for a picnic in the park, at the beach or simply right in your own...
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