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Celebrating the Fourth of July: Enjoy an Old-Fashioned Independence Day Celebration

By: Karen Perkins

Father's Day Gift Ideas: Simple and Unexpected Gifts to Honor Dad

By: Karen Perkins

Christmas Shop in September: Best Holiday Shopping Deals Are in Early Fall

By: Catherine Galioto

Gift-Giving No-Nos and Faux-Pas: How to Avoid Giving Holiday Presents that No One Wants

By: Jeremy Perkins

Memorable Father's Day Gift: Forget The "Perfect Gift." Focus on a Once-In-A-Lifetime Present.

By: Feature Writer Carroll Trosclair

Father's Day Around the World: Australian, Spanish, Portugese, Belgian and South African Traditions

By: Feature Writer Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Memorial Day Celebrations: History, Facts and Observations of this American Holiday

By: Karen Perkins

Preparing Great Mother's Day Meals: This Year, Suprise Mom with a Good Meal and a Pretty Setting

By: Karen Perkins

Mother's Day Around the World: Traditions from Britain, France, Spain and Australia are Explored

By: Feature Writer Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Mother's Day Gift Ideas: Simple and Sweet Ways to Recognize Mom

By: Karen Perkins

Create A Special Mother's Day: Ideas For Celebrating The Day With Mom

By: Dee Dee Smith

Mother Knew Best - Book Review: Wisdom from the Moms of Celebrities by Elsa and David Hornfischer

By: Feature Writer Tel Asiado

Memorable Mother's Day Presents: Avoid Cliches. Surprise Mom With A Gift That Reflects Thought, Love.

By: Feature Writer Carroll Trosclair

Mother's Day Afternoon Tea Party: Tea Parties for Mom: Tips and Ideas for Mother's Teatime Gift

By: Janienne Jennrich

Decorating Your Easter Table: Use These Ideas to Set a Pretty Table for Easter Dinner

By: Karen Perkins

Sweet Words for Mother's Day Cards: Loving Poems & Quotes for Mom to go with a Card, Gift & Flowers

By: Janienne Jennrich

St. Patrick's Day Decorations: Festive Irish Decor for a St. Paddy's Day Party

By: Katy Gaffney

Best St. Patrick's Day Party Ideas: Fun Online Saint Paddy's Party Goods, Irish Music & Products Ideas

By: Janienne Jennrich

Authentic St. Patrick's Day Places: Irish Celtic Products Stores & Ireland Inspired Things to Do and See

By: Janienne Jennrich

World Celebrates Valentine's Day: A Look At How Different Countries Will Be Spending Feb. 14

By: Laura Smith

Plan a Springtime Easter Tea Party: Sweet Ideas for Planning and Giving A Spring Holiday Tea for Friends

By: Janienne Jennrich

St. Patricks Day Party Plan Ideas: Be Irish on Ireland's St. Paddy's Day with Good Food, Music & Fun

By: Janienne Jennrich

Boyfriend Valentine Gift Ideas: St. Valentine’s Day Presents for Guys, BFFs, Boy Friends & Husbands

By: Janienne Jennrich

Teen Valentine Dance & Party Ideas: Fun Plans for Holiday Valentine's Day Dances and Parties for Teens

By: Janienne Jennrich

Fun St. Patrick’s Day Kids Ideas: Shamrock Games, Celtic Music, Irish Food Ideas for St. Paddy's Day

By: Janienne Jennrich

Best Girls' Easter Tea Party Ideas: Childrens’ Fun Spring Holiday Afternoon Teatime Tips

By: Janienne Jennrich

Valentine’s Day in Dallas: Romantic and Fun Things to Do around Dallas, Texas on February 14

By: Lin Burress

A Valentine’s Day Party: A Dinner Party for Kids or Adults

By: Feature Writer Megan Sheakoski

Creative Valentine's Day Gifts: Easy, Inexpensive Ways to Say I Love You!

By: Feature Writer Mary McCarthy

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas: Valentine's Day: Gift Ideas For Someone Special

By: Lin Burress

International Valentine's Day Fun: Customs from Japan, South Africa, Denmark and Brazil

By: Feature Writer Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Last Minute Gifts by ShirleyGirls: Get No-Wrap Gifts at Gas Stations, Grocery and Drug Stores

By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

Valentine Afternoon Tea Party Tips: Ideas for Planning a Lovely Valentine's Day English Tea

By: Janienne Jennrich

Stories from Christmas Past: Interesting Pieces of Trivia for the Christmas Season

By: Lauren John

Kids Fun New Years Eve Party Ideas: Childrens New Year's Eve Event Planning, Tips & Easy Cool Activities

By: Janienne Jennrich

International New Year's Customs: Spanish, Japanese, Scottish and Venezuelan Traditions Explored

By: Feature Writer Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Homemade Gift Wrapping Ideas: Original Wrapping Paper for Christmas and Birthday Gifts

By: Feature Writer Susan Whelan

Groundhog Day Party Ideas: Themes, Food, and Music for February's Most Overlooked Holiday

By: Feature Writer Naomi Rockler-Gladen

Last Minute Holiday Gifts: Gifts To Have On Hand And How To Shop On Christmas Day

By: Dee Dee Smith

Setting the Table for Christmas: Here are three different ways to decorate your holiday table.

By: Karen Perkins

Themed Stocking Stuffers: Use Themed Gifts to Fill Christmas Stockings

By: Feature Writer Barb Hacker

Christmas Caroling Party: Spread Christmas Cheer with Christmas Songs

By: Feature Writer Megan Sheakoski

International Christmas Traditions: Add Some International Flair to Your Christmas Celebration

By: Feature Writer Melissa Hincha-Ownby

Creative Hostess Gifts: Inexpensive Ways to Thank Your Hosts at the Holidays

By: Feature Writer Mary McCarthy

Creating your Christmas Urn: Container Gardens for the Christmas season

By: Anne-Marie Hardie

Christmas Stocking Stuffers: Small Holiday Gift Ideas to Fill Any Stocking

By: Feature Writer Barb Hacker

Christmas Gifts: How to Shop for Presents

By: Feature Writer Trevy Thomas

Martin Luther King Day: Celebrating The Holiday Through Service

By: Dee Dee Smith

Best New Year's Eve Party Themes: Fun Entertaining Ideas to Ring In the New Year on December 31st

By: Janienne Jennrich

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Celebrate MLK, Jr. Day with Your Family

By: Feature Writer Barb Hacker

Christmas Carols Song Lyrics Sites: Best Christmas Caroling Songs and Christmas Song Words Online

By: Janienne Jennrich

Creative New Year's Eve Party: Ring in the New Year With Family Fun!

By: Feature Writer Mary McCarthy

Christmas Table Linens: Find Vintage, Velvet, and Vinyl Holiday Tablecloths Online

By: Feature Writer Judith Zwolak

Teen New Years Eve Party Ideas: Teenage New Year's Dance or Party Planning, Tips & Fun Activities

By: Janienne Jennrich

Christmas Shopping at Local Stores: Shop Local for Holiday Gifts

By: Feature Writer Barb Hacker

Decorating Your Front Door: Welcome Family and Friends with Wreaths and Cranberry Strands

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Christmas Dinnerware: Where to Buy Spode, Disposable, Lenox, and Pfaltzgraff Holiday China

By: Feature Writer Judith Zwolak

Affordable Holiday Gifts: Creative, Eco-Friendly Presents For Host, Hostess

By: Feature Writer Lindsey Michelle

Holiday Gifts From the Midwest: Gift Ideas From Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois or Wisconsin

By: Dee Dee Smith

Holiday Gifts on a Budget: Gift Giving Without Breaking the Bank

By: Rahaf Harfoush

Christmas Afternoon Tea Party Tips: Ideas for Planning a Holiday English Tea

By: Janienne Jennrich

Low-Cost Holiday Party Ideas: Host a Holiday Party that Combines Giving with Giving Back

By: Anne Chekal

Tips - Creative Stocking Stuffers: Add a Little Spice to Your Christmas Holiday Gift Exchange

By: Jada Bradley

Small Houses and Holiday Dinners: Serve Thanksgiving or Christmas Dinner for Many with Limited Space

By: Feature Writer Barb Hacker

Christmas Decorating on a Budget: Deck the Halls With These Frugal Holiday Tips

By: Feature Writer Barb Hacker

Ideas for Holiday Shopping: Christmas Gift Giving Themes

By: Dee Dee Smith

Grand Illumination Alternative: Colonial Williamsburg Lights Palace, Tavern, and Market Square

By: Sara E. Lewis

Simple Holiday Meal Planning: Five Easy Steps for an Organized and Delightful Gathering

By: Feature Writer Sallie Schaaf Borrink

Thanksgiving Day Parades: Parades at Thanksgiving Time in the Midwest

By: Dee Dee Smith

Mr. Bingle - A Christmas Icon: The Snow Fairy Has Delighted New Orleans Children for Six Decades

By: Feature Writer Carroll Trosclair

Halloween Festivities in Ireland: Not Sure How To Celebrate Halloween? Visit Northern Ireland

By: Linda McCormick

Creative Christmas Holiday Mantels: Easy, Inexpensive Fireside Decor Ideas

By: Feature Writer Mary McCarthy

Making a Scarecrow: Build Your Own Whimsical Character for Your Halloween Party

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Homemade Halloween Costumes: Use Materials You Have at Home to Craft Imaginative Costumes

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Halloween Symbols - Meaning: Bats Cats and Jack-o-lanterns

By: Patricia Brand

Box Lanterns and Pumpkin Carving: Light Up the Halloween Sky with These Illuminating Halloween Crafts

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Expressing Thanks at Thanksgiving: Traditions That Put Thanks Into Your Thanksgiving

By: Dee Dee Smith

Christmas Gift Crafting: Ideas for Crafting Yuletide Decorations as Gifts

By: Lori Dake

Creative Thanksgiving Centerpieces: Easy, Inexpensive Ways to Decorate Your Thanksgiving Table

By: Feature Writer Mary McCarthy

Ultimate Pumpkin Carving Tools: Use the Right Tools to Make the Job Easier and More Precise

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Pumpkin Carving for Beginners: Let This Gallery of Ghoulish Designs Inspire Your Next Masterpiece

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Haunting Halloween Front Door: Decorate Your Entryway with Scary Surprises for Trick-or-Treaters

By: Feature Writer Michael Vyskocil

Holiday Gift Cards: Are Gift Certificates for Hanukkah & Christmas Presents a Good Idea?

By: Feature Writer Naomi Rockler-Gladen

Haunting Texas Style: Local Haunt Attraction Parks Around Dallas and Ft. Worth

By: Patricia Brand

Halloween Theme Party: Ideas to Get Guests Into the Halloween Spirit

By: Katy Gaffney

Spooky Halloween Decorating Ideas: Create Your Own Haunted Mansion with Creepy Curb Appeal

By: Heather Oliver

NORAD Tracks Santa Claus by Radar: Santa Trackers Follow St. Nick on his Way South from the North Pole

By: Feature Writer Henk Bekker

Colonial Williamsburg Christmas: Their Grand Illumination is held every first Sunday in December

By: Sara E. Lewis

Candy Free Trick-or-Treating: Alternatives to Handing Out Halloween Candy

By: Feature Writer Megan Sheakoski

Halloween Parties for Adults: Hosting the Perfect Halloween Party for Grown-ups

By: Feature Writer Mary McCarthy

Halloween Costume Ideas: Holiday History Suggests Unique Weird Outfits

By: Feature Writer Carroll Trosclair

Unique Food Basket Gift Ideas: Gourmet Presents for Christmas, Birthday's, Business or Anniversary

By: Melinda Thompson

Tipping: Leaving Money for Services in Asia, South America and Europe

By: Scott Hayden

Independence Day for U.S. Expats: Celebrating the 4th of July Abroad

By: Kari Miller

Mothers Day Anthology Book: Synopsis of 'Letters to My Mother' by Barb Karg & Rick Sutherland

By: Feature Writer Tel Asiado

American OK Gestures: Be Careful When Using the OK Signs Outside of North America

By: Scott Hayden

The Counting of the Omer: Jewish season of preparation for revelation and mourning

By: Katrien Vander Straeten

Festivals that Mark the Seasons: Marking Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall

By: Katrien Vander Straeten

Thai Culture: Some Dos and Don'ts in the Land of Smiles

By: Megan Styles

Cultural Guilty Pleasures: So unenlightened, so barbaric, so irrational...so alluring.

By: Sara Churchville

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