Jul 4, 2024
Happy Fourth of July From ClothingDonations.org!
The Fourth of July commemorates the day the Continental Congress approved the final wording of the new nation’s Declaration of Independence in 1776, according to Constitution Facts. The date was also printed on the official handwritten copy ratified in August 1776 and the printed facsimiles that were circulated throughout the United States. But the landmark […]
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Jul 3, 2024
Decorating for the Fourth Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive
It’s easy to decorate for the Fourth of July #celebration without spending a lot of #money, says Fun, Cheap or Free. Paper chains, balloons and bunting; bouquets of dyed carnations; and other inexpensive red, white and blue decorations from the discount or #thrift store can contribute to the festive atmosphere. Fly the flag, wear #patriotic […]
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Jul 2, 2024
Best Places for a ‘Destination’ Independence Day
Thursday is Independence Day! There are lots of ways to celebrate the founding of the United States; the most familiar may be to watch a #parade and #fireworks. For a “destination” Fourth, however, Lonely Planet suggests Mount Rushmore, where reenactors portraying George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt hobnob with tourists. Colonial Williamsburg […]
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Jun 21, 2024
How to Treat a Sunburn
Even if you take precautions, prolonged exposure to the #summer #sun can produce a nasty #sunburn. To recover quickly, dermatologists interviewed by Prevention magazine recommend taking a cool bath or shower without soap, soaking in a soothing oatmeal bath, applying an ice pack or cold compress, and applying aloe vera or coconut oil to the […]
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Jun 20, 2024
Seek Protection From the Summer Sun
The longest day of the year may see you out enjoying the #summer #sun. While #sunlight triggers essential vitamin D production, UV rays can damage the skin. About 5 million people are treated for skin cancer each year in United States for skin cancer, the CDC says. To avoid becoming a statistic, Montclair State University […]
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