Let's have some fun this harvest time with scarecrow crafts, scarecrow facts, and scarecrow stories.
Making a Marvelous Mother’s Day
The birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, and a certain Sunday is just ahead. So, what are you getting that amazing mom for Mother's Day? You don't have to spend a lot, but you do need to remember her in a special way. If you have brothers and sisters, or at least a very…
The Story of Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo, or the "5th of May" celebrates a victory by native Mexican soldiers over the French. Learn more!
Help the Earth Every Day
There are lots of ways to get involved in conservation whether you're a kid, teen, or adult. Check out these local environmental activities, websites, and library materials for some great ideas.
Kadir Nelson: Shining Star
From African American history to folktales to album covers, Kadir Nelson has added his glowing and inspired paintings to dozens of projects and gone on to become an award-winning author himself. Born in Washington, D.C. on May 15, 1974, Kadir was encouraged by his family to pursue his interest in art. There were no art…
A Spy Called James: The True Story of James Lafayette, Revolutionary War Double Agent
James was an enslaved African in Virginia when the American Revolution began. Wanting to earn his freedom while helping the new country, he volunteered for the Revolutionary Army, with the promise of his freedom at the war’s end—if the Americans were victorious. He was assigned to work for the young and brilliant French commander who…
Westmoreland County’s African American History
Westmoreland County’s African American history dates back to the 17th century. During the earliest years, both enslaved people from Africa and white indentured servants were imported to the Northern Neck (the land between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers) to work on farms and plantations, with enslaved Africans becoming more prevalent over time. 17th Century …
Medal of Honor Winner Was Spotsylvania Native
Buffalo Soldiers from the 24th Infantry were part of the 12-man escort that would go down fighting during a fateful day in 1889.
Make a Valentine’s Day Breakfast
Your family does a lot for you: helping with homework, cooking your meals, and taking you to fun places. Why not give them a breakfast treat on Valentine's Day?
Make a Gingerbread House
Gumdrops, lollipops, chocolate squares, jelly bears, and peppermint candies. The sky is the limit as far as decorating your own gingerbread house. They are a ton of fun to decorate, but first, you need to make the house itself. You can put it together fast from graham crackers and store-bought icing, or you can make…
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