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History Lesson: Memorial Day.

by Bethany Dunn

May 25, 2009

Knock knock.

Hello?

HELLL-LOOOO.

Is this thing on?

I find it completely hard to believe that any Seattle parent is in the house (on the internet!!!) during this gorgeous and fantastic Memorial Day weekend.

But let's not forget the reason you're off work today. Memorial Day, first celebrated as Decoration Day, was created to commemorate the US men and women who have died while serving our country in the military. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the Civil War, during the World War I it was expanded to include any US military casualties.

While a traditional observance of the holiday is to visit military cemeteries or memorials, that may be a difficult conversation to have with a preschooler. In our home, we choose to talk about the day in reference to our displaying of the US Flag outside our home. It's a great opportunity to talk about the flag, what it means, and perhaps color a flag or two of their own.

Happy Memorial Day!  Read more...

Holiday Weekend Ahead!

by Bethany Dunn

May 21, 2009

Memorial Day weekend is the often referred to as the unofficial start of summer - even though summer doesn't really start until June 21. It's a great time to getaway - whether that's visiting family, camping or another destination.

On the small chance that you'll be around this weekend (enjoying the beautiful weather!) here are some great activities to keep you busy.

Seattle is hosting the Northwest Folklife Festival; one of the nation's largest community arts festivals. Held at Seattle Center, there are lots of family activities available in the Folklife Commons, as well as specially programmed children's activities available on the Fisher Green Stage. The festival rund Friday through Sunday.

It might be time to take the family to Safeco Field to catch a Mariner's game. They're playing at home all weekend!

Those in the South Sound may choose to check out the 3rd annual Olympic Arts Festival which celebrates nature and wildlife fine art.

For the Monday holiday - it's good to know that not all local children's museums are closed on Monday (the Imagine Children's Museum in Everett is closed, for example). However, the Woodland Park Zoo is open and ready for you to view the new penguin exhibit. Be sure to call ahead before traveling to local destinations.  Read more...

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