Winnie The Pooh: From the London Zoo to the Walk of Fame
Brianna LeCompte
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
January 18th is recognized as National Winnie the Pooh Day in honor of creator A. A. Milne’s birthday.
Category: People
The Sagrada Familia is a Marvel Over 100 Years in the Making
Brianna LeCompte
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Located in Barcelona, the Sagrada Familia is a breathtaking, one-of-a-kind temple that has been a work in progress for over a century.
Sapphires Are More Versatile Than You May Think
Brianna LeCompte
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
The birthstone for the month of September, sapphires have been treasured as a precious gemstone in cultures as far back as ancient Rome and Persia.
How The Olympics Became the Pinnacle of Athletic Competition
Brianna LeCompte
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
The most recent Summer Olympics, officially the Games of the XXXII Olympiad, took place in Tokyo from July 23 through August 8, 2021. The Games featured a record 33 competitions and 339 events held across 42 venues. Which is quite an expansion from the early days of the competition.
The Declaration of Independence: Fact Versus Fiction
Brianna LeCompte
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
The Declaration of Independence is a central piece of American history. But there’s more to the document than meets the eye.
How Judy Garland Became One of Hollywood’s Brightest Stars
Brianna LeCompte
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Judy Garland was born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota on June 10, 1922. Her incredible talent would eventually make her one of the most popular Hollywood stars of the 20th century.
The Surprising Story of Cinco de Mayo
Brianna LeCompte
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War on May 5, 1862.
Let’s Debunk Some Baseball Myths
Brianna LeCompte
Thursday, March 25, 2021
Often referred to as “America’s favorite pastime,” baseball has been a popular activity throughout most of the country’s history.
What Makes Pi the World’s Most Interesting Number?
Brianna LeCompte
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
March 14th marks Pi Day, an annual celebration of the mathematical sign pi. March 14th was selected because the numerical date (3.14) represents the first three digits of pi.
The Surprising Legacy of The Brothers Grimm
Brianna LeCompte
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
German brothers Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are best known for publishing a collection of stories known as “Grimms’ Fairy Tales.” But while the duo did popularize these classic tales, the roots of the stories date back much farther.