On June 28, 1870, Congress passed the law that turned Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Thanksgiving Day into holidays for federal employees.
Ciara and Russell Wilson surprised students at their Why Not You charter school with gifts this holiday season.
Leading up to the New Year there’s definitely lots of love in the air!
During this Holiday various celebrations are held including concerts and services to commemorate the heroes as well as award ceremonies to reward those who are currently making an outstanding contribution to the Jamaican society.
The Queen of Christmas music, Mariah Carey, is back with new music. The international superstar has owned the holidays for decades and she continues her reign with a sleigh of other talented musicians. Music executive L.A. Reid suggests Carey and Beyoncé compete in the next Verzuz battle and fans react.
Last year, the event, which is held in the Inner Harbor, was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Black-eyed peas made its way over to the states during the Middle Passage where West African slaves were then forced to cultivate rice and beans on the same plantations that would enslave them for centuries
Many Indigenous folks curve the false narrative (the Indians and Pilgrims had a happy feast, yeah right) of the holiday and instead have been observing the National Day of Mourning.
Grief can have a particular sting during the holidays, especially if it's the first year without a special someone. Grief can take many forms. And the loss of a loved one or the end of meaningful relationships can impact our ability to be in the holiday spirit.
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Photos from Thankful Meals and Bradley Beal’s Turkey Assist Thanksgiving Outreach event at the Entertainment and Sports Arena in southeast, DC...
Last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the world was shut it down. This included all Holiday events but this year many are returning in full force including the annual Alexandria Turkey Trot.