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  • The Importance of Bees: Health, Food, and Ecosystem

    The Importance of Bees: Health, Food, and Ecosystem

    WHY I PICKED THIS HOLIDAY I am fascinated with all kinds of bees. I’ve shared a selection of my bee photos and cards in this month’s blog. The purpose of this holiday, created in 2010, is to educate the public. Let’s start by exploring the products honeybees create. In the process it may led to…

  • How Barbershop Singing Connects People

    How Barbershop Singing Connects People

    Why this holiday? July 13th was selected in 2001 to be National Barbershop Appreciation Day. Its purpose is to bring awareness of this close-knit 4-part harmony built on ringing chords. It also celebrates its American origins. Did you see the movie The Music Man?  That was my first encounter with barbershop. I once was guilty…

  • Arbor Day: Celebrating Trees and Connection

    Arbor Day: Celebrating Trees and Connection

    A national holiday that has often been overlooked is Arbor Day. Before Earth Day, Arbor Day served as a reminder of the importance of environmental care. Both occur in spring, symbolizing renewal. A common Arbor Day practice is to plant a tree to honor or remember someone. THE START The first US Arbor Day was…