As we get ready to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, we can’t help but reflect on the heritage and traditions that define us as a nation. We are unique in that we have an individualistic sense of identity comprised of a melting pot blend of diverse cultures, brought to the New World to be adapted accordingly … Continue reading Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival—A Beloved Annual Independence Day Celebration for More Than Half a Century
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Great Baltimore Lantern Parade & Dia de Los Muertos Festival 2025
El Día de los Muertos, celebrated mostly by Mexicans and regions boasting a dense Mexican (Latin/Hispanic) population, is typically observed the day(s) following Halloween. Yet things get started a bit earlier on the downtown scene of Patterson Park in Baltimore with the Great Baltimore Lantern Parade & Dia de Los Muertos Festival, held annually for … Continue reading Great Baltimore Lantern Parade & Dia de Los Muertos Festival 2025
Fun Things to Do in Virginia Beach Year-Round
Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean fun in the sun and other follies have to end, even if you happen to be in a resort town like Virginia Beach, Virginia. Indeed, the “beach” part of the community’s name has long come to be associated with those warm-weather shoreline vibes so hallmark to … Continue reading Fun Things to Do in Virginia Beach Year-Round
A Guide to Harvest Season Celebrations in the Raystown Lake Region
The scenic Raystown Lake Region in Huntingdon County is one of Pennsylvania’s most pristine, pastoral places to explore. Encompassing the anchoring namesake destination of Raystown Lake, the largest lake in the entire state, it’s here you can enjoy plentiful pursuits year-round. On-water and shore-based endeavors alike make up the vast itinerary of activities and attractions … Continue reading A Guide to Harvest Season Celebrations in the Raystown Lake Region
