bunker-hill-monument
Jun17

Bunker Hill Day celebrates our Revolutionary beginnings

One of my favorite things about living in Boston (or visiting Boston) is the incredible history of our country that is around every corner.  As we all know Boston played an important role in the American Revolution and today is … Keep reading …

Boston , Current Events , Destinations
Flag Day celebrates the adoption of the US flag by Congress in 1777.
Jun14

Flag Facts

Get some fast facts about our nation’s red, white and blue banner on this, the 97th Flag Day. (Read up on the history of Flag Day.) An A+ Effort: Our current version of the flag was designed by Robert Heft … Keep reading …

In the News , Uncategorized
Before seeing The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway this group from New Mexico group checked out the glitz of Times Square.
Jun11

Broadway’s night to shine

To be fair, Broadway shines every night; but on Sunday night Broadway took center stage with the 2013 Tony Awards. Since 1947 the Tony awards have honored excellence in Broadway theatre. The awards recognize the actors, writers, directors and the … Keep reading …

Current Events , Uncategorized
Photo taken by Flare on July 26, 2009
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Jun5

I scream, you scream, we all scream for the Scooper Bowl

  There’s nothing better than enjoying a scoop or two of ice cream on a hot summer day. Especially when the money for the delicious frozen treat is going to a good cause—which is exactly what the Jimmy Fund Scooper … Keep reading …

Boston , Current Events , Uncategorized
A statue of Casey at the Space Coast Stadium in Viera, FL. photo credit: Paul Sancya/AP
May30

American Pastimes: Casey at the Bat turns 125

While some of us are still stuck on hockey, (as a native Illinoisan, now Bostonian, I’m really hoping for a Blackhawk/Bruins Stanley Cup match-up!) most Americans have already turned their thoughts to that great-American pastime and harbinger of summer days: … Keep reading …

Uncategorized
Team 8th Floor cheering each other on to the finish line
May24

We reached the beach!

200 miles… 24 hours… 6 EF teams… 103 EF runners… A lot of sweat socks and even more amazing moments. This past weekend, more than 100 EF-ers ran a 200-mile relay from the hills of Wachusett to beach at Westport. Reach the … Keep reading …

Smithsonian Student Travel
A vistor explores the Newseum in Washington, D.C.
May17

International Museum Day–Put a little museum in your weekend

Not sure what to do with your weekend? You could…hit up one of your favorite museums and celebrate International Museum Day on May 18. Inaugurated in 1977 by the International Council of Museums, the day was created to recognize and … Keep reading …

Arts & Culture , Current Events , Museums , Smithsonian Institution
The Grand Canyon At Sunrise
May16

Get Wild In The Grand Canyon

This Saturday, May 18 marks the Grand Canyon National Park’s 6th annual Celebrate Wildlife Day. Visitors will have the chance to explore the Grand Canyon and discover certain wildlife that calls the area home. While it technically kicks off this … Keep reading …

Arts & Culture , Current Events
Atlanta
May10

Atlanta Edition: Top 10 Must-Eats, Must-Sees, Must-Dos

   Must Eat: 1. Varsity: In the mood for a quick bite and even quicker speak? Just look for the “V.” Varsity – the largest drive-in fast food restaurant in the world is known for their lingo as much as … Keep reading …

Arts & Culture , Destinations , Smithsonian Student Travel , Tips & Advice