Yet again we are heading into a holiday season during an international pandemic. Luckily this year we have a bit more experience on how to celebrate Halloween safely. Just remember to take it outside, or mask up indoors so we may have a safe, spooky and sweet Halloween 2021. Take It Outside During an appearance on CNN's State of the Union, Dr. Fauci, the head of the National … [Read more...]
Alaska Day
Celebration of Alaska Day occurs annually on October 18. The holiday commemorates transferring the Alaska territory from Russia to the United States. To mark the official transfer of land, representatives raised the American flag for the first time in Alaska. This flag raising took place on October 18, 1867 in Sitka, Alaska. Alaska Day is an Alaskan holiday, in which most schools and … [Read more...]
World Students’ Day
Friday, October 15th is World Students’ Day. The original intention of the day was to honor and remember "the more than 1,200 students from the University of Prague whose lives were taken in WWII.” Whereas, in the modern era the day is focused on the celebration of diversity and multiculturalism. To encourage universities and colleges around the world to highlight their international … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: Frank Robinson
This Week In American History: On October 3, 1974, after a distinguished career as a baseball player himself, Frank Robinson was hired by the Cleveland Indians as their manager. This made Robinson baseball’s first African American major league manager. Frank Robinson’s Early Life Frank Robinson was born August 31, 1935 in Beaumont, Texas to the elder Frank Robinson and Ruth Shaw. … [Read more...]
Fire Prevention Month
Fire Prevention Week Although October is Fire Prevention Month, October 3 - 9, 2021 is also Fire Prevention Week. For 2021, the National Fire Prevention Association’s theme is “Learn the Sound of Fire Safety!” Focusing on learning the sounds of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in homes and that those sounds are a sign to act. Annual Theme These year’s theme also serves to remind … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Approximately 250,000 women receive a diagnosis of breast cancer in the United States each year, more than 15% of which don't survive. Regular examinations, maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle, and avoiding potential risk factors can reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. Regular Examinations Are Important Self examinations … [Read more...]
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