Beloved, timeless Christmas traditions can be found worldwide. As a younger nation settled by diverse immigrant populations of long ago, it comes as no surprise to discover that the United States has adopted many old-world cultural customs and traditions in how holidays are celebrated. These vary, however, by region and based on the origin of … Continue reading Recounting Old Appalachian Christmas Traditions and Superstitions
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Heroes on the Water: Therapeutic Recreation for Veterans, First Responders, and Their Families
Veterans Day is on Tuesday, November 11. Here in the Mid-Atlantic, the occasion is often marked by special event celebrations at a particular venue, discounted sales at various retail locations, and, in some cases, organized parades and ceremonies. Credit: Unsplash But honoring those courageous men and women who dutifully serve to protect the lives and … Continue reading Heroes on the Water: Therapeutic Recreation for Veterans, First Responders, and Their Families
Gettysburg’s Good Old-Fashioned Corn Roast Is Happening Today
How does attending a good old-fashioned corn roast sound to you? Well, if you happen to be in the vicinity of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, then you’re in luck! You can experience one today, in fact, and be a part of an ongoing tradition spanning more than two decades and still going strong. It’s the 22nd Annual … Continue reading Gettysburg’s Good Old-Fashioned Corn Roast Is Happening Today
Diving Deep into the History of Deep Creek Lake
As we get into the swing of summer and start making vacation plans, two regional retreat favorites spring effortlessly to the minds of most Marylanders. There is, of course, that beachy keen classic notion of heading to Ocean City on the East Coast. But there is another time-tested favorite located out West in Garrett County. … Continue reading Diving Deep into the History of Deep Creek Lake