Holidays

My father carried the ideals of both Thomas Jefferson and John Adams with him throughout his long life. Through his respect for both men from different sides of the political aisle, he taught me to find common ground with those I may disagree with, on whatever ideal unites us. In this case, it is liberty, the single principle America was founded upon. It is our duty to protect it, this Independence Day and always. ...

Many of us observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and enjoying parades. However you spend your Memorial Day, consider joining in a national moment of remembrance that takes place at 3 p.m. local time to honor those who have died serving this country. ...

With a worldwide audience that exceeds 100 million people, the Super Bowl Halftime Show is the most watched musical event in the world. Each halftime performance comes with a different vision and approach. Whether it’s Bruce Springsteen’s dynamic performance with minimalist staging, Bruno Mars’ 1950s-style R&B revue or the Las Vegas-style showgirl spectacular from Jennifer Lopez and Shakira. Relive the moments at the Rock Hall's newest exhibit. ...

On Memorial Day, the nation honors military service members who have given their lives for our country. The benefits provided by the Social Security Administration can help the surviving families of deceased military service members, wounded warriors and retiring veterans. We honor and thank the veterans who bravely served and died for our country and the military service members who serve today. ...

Memorial Day weekend signals the start of summer, and that means it's time for Berea's National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest, Friday, May 28 - Monday, May 31, 2021 at Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. Beer, ribs, live music, a car show, family fun and more await you! ...

Memorial Day weekend kicks off summer with a special salute to those who serve our country. Active U.S. military personnel and American veterans will receive free passenger fare aboard Miller Ferry to Put-in-Bay or Middle Bass Island on Saturday, May 29 through Memorial Day, May 31 with military identification. ...

Boomer blogger Patrick O'Connor (Turning What You Love Into What You Do) shares a personal memory of the first Mother's Day he experienced following his mother's passing. Discover how he made it special for a dozen other moms who set their own comforts aside to support their sons during an early-morning soccer match on Mother's Day 1999. ...

Time for another egg hunt! Whether or not you attend any public egg hunts this year, you can always have your own egg hunt for the grandkids. Besides the traditional egg hunt, Grammy on the Go blogger Karen Shadrach has additional egg games for the children to enjoy! ...