Did you know that Wednesday, October 23, is National Canning Day? These days, many folks don’t even consider the convenience allotted to them via those tin cans that line the shelves at the local grocery store or those glass jars laden with flavorful fruit jams, savory pickles, and other preserved favorites. All the same, it’s … Continue reading A Brief Look at the Legacy of Maryland’s Canning History
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The Surprisingly Local Origins of Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving less than a week away, folks everywhere are already caught up in making elaborate plans to enjoy a hearty holiday feast in the company of loved ones. That is, after all, the way most people think of the first Thanksgiving on American soil as having played out. Except, it was a 1621 gathering … Continue reading The Surprisingly Local Origins of Thanksgiving