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The event will also feature a special tribute to the Olympic athletes with figure skater and gold medal winner Scott Hamilton. Following this musical salute, the Washington, DC, skyline will come alive with the most colorful, creative and booming display of fireworks ever set against silhouettes of the U.S. Capitol, the Washington Monument and the [...]

Additionally, they approved eliminating the hotel sales tax exemption to lodgers who stay longer than 30 days. Free swimming at the GCC pool begins at 1 p.m. Entertainment on the APS Main Stage begins at 7 p.m., including a patriotic program and an F-16 flyover by a Luke Fighter Squadron, followed by musical entertainment. Coolers [...]

I woke up to 59 degrees on the first of July. I couldn’t believe it. Don’t laugh. It’s a scientific fact. This pic was taken a few days ago. Made me want to go look for the pot of gold. Actually, the gas station is right about in that location. As is my tradition, I’ll [...]

He felt the United States and Canada shared not only a geographic border, but also a spiritual bond. Queen Elizabeth II made an historic visit to Windsor and it was also the beginning of a long-standing tradition of fireworks, sponsored by Hudson’s. Today, the Target Fireworks is the centerpiece of the entire festival. In the [...]

I’ve planned for the ceremony to be mostly Christian in tradition, but all the decorations will express an oriental theme. Then the reception will be part oriental, part motorcycle, and part country!! One of 16 players selected to CollegeInsider.com’s All-Defensive Team … Scored nine points, grabbed four rebounds, handed out five assists and had no [...]

Despite being white, Pfleger is a proponent of Black Liberation Theology and has a long history of gratuitous civil rights activism in the tradition of Rev. Jeremiah Wright and others. The ultimate useful white idiot, he has called Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan my brother and has had him speak at St. Yes, Farrakhan [...]

Elegant, but not stuffy best describes the atmosphere on board Braemar which came into service in 2001. At 19,089 tons and with 376 well-appointed cabins and suites, Braemar upholds the Fred Olsen tradition of small-ship intimacy without compromising on personal space. On board, the Baroness performance is small and intimate before returning to the United [...]

West Point superintendent, Lt. Franklin Buster Hagenbeck, wants to make the academys most beloved songs gender-neutral. The academys “Alma Mater” and its companion piece, The Corps, a tradition for nearly 100 years refer to the “sons of the academy. Every graduating class since 1911has sung these songs, despite West Point going coed more [...]

Maybe if I organize a one-on-one race with my manager… In between that panel and the next one, we hit up the expo for a while, collected my chip, and took the obligatory pre-race photo with Bill Rodgers. I say obligatory because this seems to have become a pre-race tradition for me (see my Providence [...]

In Western music, there have been a number of musical pioneers who explored the contours of the human voice. Even more so than gospel exhortations of soul singers who explore the human range of emotion, Tuvan singers have explored the extensive potentials of the voice itself in a long tradition. Initially, when groups started forming [...]

Alcoholics Anonymousmeetings are for alcoholics. Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. I chair a Beginners meeting and I have never heard of a Beginners meeting turning into a [...]

The new Ferrari California will satisfy even the most demanding of owners in term of its superb vehicle dynamics and driving pleasure. The new model will be available exclusively as a convertible with a folding hard top. In line with Ferrari tradition, the new model also features several innovations. The comfort is further enhanced by [...]

In his heyday, musician Lombardo created a Big Band sound that was characterized by an exaggerated saxophone vibrato, clipped brass phrases, and a unique vocal styling that was the band leader’s own. To generations of Americans, the New Year’s Eve radio broadcasts by Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians playing “Auld Lang Syne” was an [...]

Yes friends, I’m talking about the Mexican festival which is actually a celebration of Mexican culture, tradition and of course, food! To soak in the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, wear clothes that resemble the Mexican flag colors - red, green and white along with a sombrero. And you are ready to rock as a [...]

This Saturday and Sunday (May 3, 4), experience Hanami the Japanese cultural tradition of viewing and cherishing each moment of the cherry blossom season when the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens 220 cherry trees enter peak bloom. “This timelapse was created by Dave Allen, BBG’s Web Manager, from over 3000 digital photos, one taken every [...]

A tradition known as the Run for the Roses which began in 1875, takes place on the first Saturday of May and is the first jewel in the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred racing. The incredible strength of the delicate thoroughbreds as they gallop down the track in their quest for a victory, is about much [...]

Noelen and Soe werent so thrilled about Tulip Time after a half hour of it, but we kept walking and walked down to a tulip field to take their pictures. Usually this area is filled with tulips, but apparently most of them have bloomed and the city was planting pansies in the tulip beds instead. [...]

Historically the Walpurgisnacht is derived from Pagan spring customs. Due to Walpurga’s holy day falling on the same day, her name became associated with the celebrations. Early Christianity had a policy of ‘Christianising’ pagan festivals so it is no accident that St. Walpurga’s day was set to May 1st. An older tradition from Southern Sweden [...]

It’s an annual tradition they have had since their inception. Last year the shop gave away over 1 million cones worldwide. To find a local Ben & Jerry’s to get your free cone, click here. Senate candidate Al Franken, dogged by accusations that he failed to file tax returns in California, said Tuesday he will [...]

A derivation of this dinner was served Tuesday evening at the Clubhouse on Magnolia Lane and hosted, as is tradition at Augusta, by the prior year Champion Zach Johnson. He chose to serve Midwestern corn fed beef and corn to honor his Iowa Ciy roots with a complement of shrimp for his wife’s native Florida. [...]

Often Nebbiolo DAlba offers great value compared to prestigious Barolo and Barbaresco and this was no exception. The Pesquero family has owned the estate since the late 18th century and their Nebbiolo is testament to the familys tradition and a great growing season. The grapes come from the Ca Veja vineyard near Diano, whose vines [...]

This year’s festival lineup includes the stellar Robert Cray (pictured), Elvin Bishop, Mudcat, the duo of Sarah Lee Guthrie and Johnny Irion, and others. The festival is a free event, but tickets are limited and are available through a lottery system on the festival’s website. Lottery registration begins Monday, March 10 at 8 a.m. The [...]

Last year, Seti played Hugo the jealous boyfriend in Bye Bye, Birdie and he learned to throw a punch at Conrad Birdie. Before that, he played Avram the bookseller in Fiddler on the Roof and learned to sing Tradition. Next year, hell miss the people he has grown to know. The people I meet in [...]

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She was an early crowd favorite which sometimes can be the kiss of death (sorry Miss Massachussettss) so I am absolutely thrilled that she took the crown. She will travel the nation promoting her platform of ovarian and breast cancer awareness and will vie for the title of Miss Universe in Vietnam on July 13, [...]

Over time, the blog will tend to emphasize news items. This was about professor Randy Pausch, 47, who says he will have “fun” during the closing months of his life as he battles aggressive pancreatic cancer. “The Last Lecture” is apparently a tradition at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh. The full story is by Geoff [...]

Click here to place an ad in our last summer sublet guide of the year. Look no further than the tradition that is unlike any other for proof. Celebrating its 72nd playing today, the Masters Tournament and its egocentric tagline, is one of those traditions that could use a little changing. As it is right [...]

Well, at least I can do a compilation of the most hilarious stuff out there for your enjoyment.. Keeping the best stuff last! Apple Computer was founded on April 1st, 1976. Whether you like it or not, this tradition is also widely celebrated on the Internet. There is an ever growing list of websites (currently [...]

Well, at least I can do a compilation of the most hilarious stuff out there for your enjoyment.. Keeping the best stuff last! Apple Computer was founded on April 1st, 1976. Whether you like it or not, this tradition is also widely celebrated on the Internet. There is an ever growing list of websites (currently [...]

She stopped in Muskegon to crown a new Miss Michigan, giving the title to Ann Arbor’s Gina Valo. Upon being crowned Miss America, Haglund relinquished her Miss Michigan title. It’s pageant tradition for Miss America to crown a successor during her first trip back to her home state. On Monday morning, Haglund visited the WTNR-FM [...]

She stopped in Muskegon to crown a new Miss Michigan, giving the title to Ann Arbor’s Gina Valo. Upon being crowned Miss America, Haglund relinquished her Miss Michigan title. It’s pageant tradition for Miss America to crown a successor during her first trip back to her home state. On Monday morning, Haglund visited the WTNR-FM [...]

She stopped in Muskegon to crown a new Miss Michigan, giving the title to Ann Arbor’s Gina Valo. Upon being crowned Miss America, Haglund relinquished her Miss Michigan title. It’s pageant tradition for Miss America to crown a successor during her first trip back to her home state. On Monday morning, Haglund visited the WTNR-FM [...]

She stopped in Muskegon to crown a new Miss Michigan, giving the title to Ann Arbor’s Gina Valo. Upon being crowned Miss America, Haglund relinquished her Miss Michigan title. It’s pageant tradition for Miss America to crown a successor during her first trip back to her home state. On Monday morning, Haglund visited the WTNR-FM [...]

She stopped in Muskegon to crown a new Miss Michigan, giving the title to Ann Arbor’s Gina Valo. Upon being crowned Miss America, Haglund relinquished her Miss Michigan title. It’s pageant tradition for Miss America to crown a successor during her first trip back to her home state. On Monday morning, Haglund visited the WTNR-FM [...]