On July 4th, burgers sizzle on the grill, and cold drinks are passed around. Happy dogs play with frisbees, and sunburned kids finally climb out of the pool. In
The Fall of the Bastille
On July 14, 1789, a Parisian mob broke down the gates of the ancient fortress known as the Bastille, marking a flashpoint at the beginning of the French Revolution.
A Day of Knights
What is a knight? The simple answer would be a soldier who fights on horseback while wearing armor, but there’s much more to being a knight. Who were the first knights? There have been soldiers on horseback for thousands of years, but what we think of as medieval knights first came into being during the…
General Lewis Littlepage: Soldier, Spy, and King’s Confidant, 1762-1802
This often penniless Virginian's brilliant intellect and exquisite manners won him entry into the chambers, gaming tables, and salons of the last decades of Europe's Age of Enlightenment.
Help the Earth Every Day
Earth Day is April 22nd, but how can you help the Earth EVERYDAY? There are lots of ways to get involved in conservation for any age. Check out the local activities, websites and library materials listed below for some great ideas.
On Arbor Day, Plant a Tree for You and Me
This April, take time to learn about the trees all around you.
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?
A Sweet, Sweet Valentine
What's better than a store-bought valentine with your name on it? Add a little something sweet to make it a valentine to remember. Sure, you can buy pretty candy at just about any store this time of the year, but you can also get creative and make it yourself. Choosing Chocolate Depending on what you…
Happy Hibernations!
Slow, sleepy winter days find many animals curled up in their dens. Learn about hibernation and dormancy through this cozy blog.
The Longest Night – Observing the Winter Solstice
The winter solstice is upon us. Learn more about the longest night of the year.
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