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Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation's service.

Southwestern Michigan eyes Memorial Day as the year's economic harbinger. With so much riding on tourist trade, tiny towns and quaint villages work hard to offer an array of activities, events and festivals to lure visitors beyond the beaches.

Memorial Day weekend opens the unofficial beginning of summer, and of yard sale season, at least here in Northern Michigan, and the yard sales, rummage sales, and garage sales are now in full force. It is a great time to find some fantastic deals on previously owned items.

Memorial Day is more than just a change of a season. Let's honor our troops, both past and present.

When marking the beginning of summer with barbeques and parades, why not begin a tradition of planting red poppy seeds for Memorial Day? As the flower of rememberance, poppies will provide many days of reflection.

Do you have any plans for Memorial Day Weekend? Will you be in southern Ohio? If you are, you should stop by Chillicothe, Ohio and check out the annual Feast of the Flowering Moon.

Memorial Day is the kickoff to the summer travel season, and there will be many people on the roads. Here are some things to keep in mind as you head out for some fun this Memorial Day.

This article covers some of the local outdoor adventures that you can have on a Memorial Day weekend vacation.

Prices for unleaded gasoline backed off historic highs for the Memorial Day weekend, but that didn't stop the abundance of hand-wringing over what, if anything, to do about surging costs.

For families who follow the tradition of decorating graves at Memorial Day, learn which flowers can be grown for home spun floral arrangements.

Memorial Day weekend is the official start of summer for us. Summer means being outside under the hot sun, and being aware of health issues caused by the sun.

Many Americans have forgotten the true meaning of Memorial Day. Are you one of them?

find all sorts of Memorial Day cards and images with these free printable websites!

Here are 3 crowd-pleasing, original salad recipes for your Memorial Day barbeque.

Memorial Day was initiated to honor our fallen service persons. But it is a good day to remember and honor all your deceased loved ones.

Every year on Memorial Day weekend hundreds of thousands of motorcycles roll into Washington D.C. This year will be no different, and if you are in the area- this spectacle is something you won't want to miss.

When Memorial Day weekend makes its way to Madison, Wisconsin, things get a little steamy. Here's why you need to attend the World's Largest Bratfest!

This article will go over the steps needed to plan a Memorial Day weekend near Kalispell, Montana.

This article examines some of the outdoor adventures that you can explore near Butte-Silver Bow, Montana.

With school starting and summer winding down, there are not as many Labor Day activities as you typically find on Memorial Day or the 4th of July. But there are still a great many fun things to fill your Labor Day Weekend in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.

From the downtown Memorial Day Parade to special discounts at area hotels and restaurants, there's plenty to do to commemorate the event. Here's where you need to go.

This American Flag wristlet is a fun and easy Memorial Day Craft project.

Sailing away to the balmy climates of the Bahamas or the Caribbean for Memorial Day this year will be your grand entrance to summer. Here are your top picks.

Memorial Day is not typically a holiday associated with gift giving, but what better way to show your appreciation to a friend or loved one, or the host of that barbecue, or your parents for making the day so enjoyable.

Montana is known as Big Sky Country, with wide open spaces, western wilderness and pristine landscapes. Labor Day weekend is a great time to take a drive out west and wonder at the blue skies and mountain landscapes.

You can use leftover sweaters to make a fun recycled Memorial Day craft.

Finding a great place for your family to spend some time this Memorial Day can be hard, but it does not have to be. Tips on finding an enjoyable place to go are listed below.

The fifteenth annual Herrinfesta Italiana will be celebrated the week of Memorial Day and the food and entertainment make it a top notch festival for a low price.

This article will cover what you can do near Moscow, Idaho on your Memorial Day vacation.

Memorial Day is being commemorated on May 26 and May 27 in the City of Chicago.

Too many of America's national holidays have become meaningless in terms of how they're observed; their history has become obscured. Now is a good time to make this Memorial Day a meaningful holiday and have some family fun at the same time.

Here is a brief history of Memorial Day and how it is observed in the United States

Memorial Day in Plum City, is just what I think Memorial Day should be. The day is somber, yet celebratory that the veterans have not died in vain. The liberties they fought to defend are still intact. America is still the greatest country in the world.

Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day. It is a day to remember those who have died in our nation's service. The list is extensive and growing every single day.

Every year Americans celebrate Memorial Day in May and Veterans Day in November, and every year at least some Americans scratch their heads and wonder why they seem to celebrating the same concept twice.

Here are some tips for enjoying your Memorial Day.

Traditionally Memorial Day marks the beginning of fun at the lake.

Originally, Memorial Day was a day to honor deceased Civil War soldiers.

Memorial Day and Independence Day are approaching again, but beyond a three day weekend, what do these holidays stand for? What traditions are associated with each? What the heck are we celebrating anyway?

Memorial Day is celebrated as the start of the summer season, but the Holiday was created to commemorate military members who committed the ultimate act of sacrifice.

A brief history of Memorial Day, and some nearly-forgotten traditions.

An interview was conducted with one of the backbone of the Army, a soldier that represents enlisted personnel that make it happen, enlisted personnel from this post to let the world know what Memorial Day means to them.

Creating memories of good times and most importantly, good food, will make your Memorial Day celebration hard to forget. Here are tips for creating a memorable Memorial Day meal.

Born and raised in PA Dutch country, the author shares four favorite tried-and-true family recipes to add to your family's Memorial Day menu.

Toddlers and seniors can easy make this fun Memorial Day craft together in a short amount of time.

A new creationist museum is having a grand opening on Memorial Day. The museum is dedicated to teaching the public about the Biblical account of the creation of the world.

There are a wide variety of family-friendly Memorial Day weekend events in Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex this year. Here are some of the more notable celebrations and festivities.

Memorial Day weekend kicks off the beginning of summer here in Phoenix, where there are many ways to have fun while staying cool over the holiday.

Memorial Day weekend in Burlington, Wisconsin is a fun filled holiday weekend with Chocolate Fest Pirate of the Chocolate Be'an, Art du Chocolate Art Show, a Memorial Day Parade, fireworks, games, rides, cooking demonstrations and lots of chocolate.

This is a look at what is going on in Louisville, Kentucky this Memorial Day weekend.

Looking for someplace special to go for Memorial Day Weekend? Check out these options.

Ideas for teaching children of various ages the meaning of Memorial Day

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Memorial Day Activities for Kids

Northwest Folklife promotes the unique cultural heritage of the Pacific Northwest. With 25 stages and hundreds of performing groups, the Festival offers non-stop programming, all free to the public, for four days.

Memorial Day is the official kickoff to summer, the season for barbecues, pool parties, picnics and lazy days in the sun. Pick your favorite activity, whether it's an arts festival, a cultural celebration, a concert or a patriotic tribute to veterans.

The City of Chicago will be filled with the smooth sounds of jazz music on Labor Day Weekend. The 29th annual Chicago Jazz Festival runs from August 31 to September 2.

Check here to see how your child can turn a space in your backyard into a Victory Garden with fun plants, cement stepping stones, and other crafts.

Memorial Day is more than barbecues and picnics. It is more than the first weekend of the unofficial summer. It is a day to remember the veterans of all the past wars

Your kids may not feel there is much for them to do on Memorial Day. Show them how much fun it can be.

A quick overview of the meaning of Memorial Day, and how you should observe it.

Sites to visit to get all your layouts, graphics and comments for MySpace to celebrate Memorial Day

Not many people make the connection between General Logan and Memorial Day, but he along with another Union General, John Murray came up with the idea after noticing how the South remembered it's fallen war dead after the Civil War.

Memorial Day is coming, so why not reflect on it by reading two poems by Roy A. Barnes!

Over the past holiday weekend, I took my kids down to the local Memorial Day parade. What I expericenced there really got my goat.

This article describes Americans as often being burned out and unproductive, with little real spare time. Asil dives into aspects of personal and organizational health, describing positive impacts of a three-day weekend, and notes on what implementation would look like.

Some time last Monday night or early Tuesday morning, six American flags were stolen and 10 poles used to attach them to parking meters were bent beyond repair. The flags were in place to commemorate Memorial Day this Monday.

Memorial Day Table Setting Ideas And Decorating Tips For Your Memorial Day Table.

Many years ago, cleaning the headstones were part of a Memorial Day grave decorating tradition. Learn what tools and supplies to bring to the cemetery so that the graves of your loved ones can be spruced up.

The National Memorial Day Parade 2008 is our nation's official Memorial Day Parade that honors and celebrates all men and women who have served their country.

This article will go over the steps needed to plan a Memorial Day, or summer vacation near Bozeman, Montana.

Listing of parades for Memorial Day, 2008.

Today I hear little about the meaning of Memorial Day that squares with my knowledge of it. It appears to me that it is little more than a drinking holiday, a legal "day off" from work, or a day to become a couch potato watching television. And what do many see? Hatred!

May 30th, 1937, was to be a day of unfortunate death for ten citizens who were shot and killed by police officers in what has come to be known as the Memorial Day Massacre.

Easy, quick, and healthy appetizer and dessert alternatives with a festive flair for your Memorial Day celebration. These are great for your guests who are dieting or who don't eat hotdogs and hamburgers. Best yet - these easy Memorial Day recipes are all make-ahead recipes.

So you're trying to figure out what to do and where to go for Memorial Weekend. Look no further than South Florida. With various events, and endless beaches, there is sure to be something for you.

Fast, Easy Memorial Day recipes. Keep Memorial Day easy and fun.

A brief introduction about Memorial Day and three recipes for a southwestern BBQ.

A set of three poems for Memorial Day. Never forget ...

Memorial Day Poems. Poems for people who are worthy to be kept in our hearts.

Connecticut is hosting its share of Memorial Day Parades this Memorial Day holiday. Some of these parades take place on the Memorial Day holiday, others occur later in the week.

Here are some Memorial Day poems to help celebrate Memorial Day!

The national holiday we now call Memorial Day was first named Decoration Day. Women used flowers to 'decorate' the graves of the fallen soldiers of the Civil War to honor their service to our country.

Memorial Day decorations, party invitations, menus and more.

While we concentrate on honoring the veterans of our most recent wars this Memorial Day, one small Nebraska community has not forgotten the important role Civil War veterans played in its development.

Memorial Day is a time for remembering those we have lost.

When it comes to the perfect Memorial Day barbecue the word of the day is plan ahead.

Memorial day is for remembering the fallen, fighting for our freedom. The soldiers of today are fighting for corporate greed. They still deserve respect, fot they didn't know that they would just be pawns in a terrible war.

Memorial Day is the right occasion to cook up some lip smacking delicacies. Here's a list of items and some recipes to treat your loved ones to.

Consumers may see just a bit of a break in gas prices this Memorial Weekend as a small break in gas prices comes after a streak of 12 days of record highs.

The Brewers have promoted top prospect Ryan Braun and a Memorial Day matchup with the Braves gives me my first chance to see him in the Majors. Here's my look at both Braun and Memorial Day.

What memorial day should be for American people everywhere.

This article contains information that you can use to plan a Memorial Day adventure in Missoula, Montana. This information can also be used to plan summer vacations in the area.

This article provides information about what outdoor adventures are available in and around Billings, Montana. The information in this article can be used to plan a Memorial Day or summer vacation in Billings.

While the last Monday in May is the Federal holiday we know as Memorial Day, some Southern states also commemorate Confederate Memorial Day. The date of observance varies from January to June.

When you're heading to the Midwest for Memorial Day celebrations, be sure to make a stop in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Here's what to expect.

Read this article to find the websites featuring the best recipes for Memorial Day.

More than any other age group, seniors are likely to respond positively to the chance to honor the nation's heroes. Senior tips for planning a Memorial Day Ceremony can help to