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Tag: District of Columbia
Do you consider yourself a coffee connoisseur? Perhaps you just enjoy that quintessential caffeine kick to get you through each day. Or maybe you can’t contain your desire to perk up at the percolating, aromatic scent of a bold and bountiful brew. Credit: Pexels Whatever your fandom rank for the beloved beverage, take note of … Continue reading This DC Festival is the Ultimate Coffee-Lover’s Dream Come True
Did you know that National Aviation Day was this past Wednesday? Established by President Franklin Roosevelt on August 19, 1939, the day was designed to celebrate the history and ongoing developments of aviation in our nation and throughout the world (and beyond). The date was chosen specifically, as it also coincides with the birthday of … Continue reading Exploring Aviation History at the National Air and Space Museum
July 1 is National Postal Workers Day. It is a day set aside to recognize the vital role of mail carriers across the nation and the unwavering dedication and determination they demonstrate in carrying out their essential duties. Credit: Pexels Rain or shine, fair weather or not, mail carriers are the unsung heroes in making … Continue reading An Overview of the National Postal Museum in D.C.
If you’ve been to Washington, D.C. in the last week, then you probably know that the National Cherry Blossom Festival is now ongoing. It’s a tradition dating back to 1912, commemorating the gift of Japanese cherry trees made to the District of Columbia by none other than then-Mayor of Tokyo, Yukio Ozaki. A symbol of … Continue reading History of the National Cherry Blossom Festival