February 21st: Marti Gras
Marti Gras is known as the carnvial season it refers to the events of the carnival celebration beginning on or after Epiphany and ending on Ash Wednesday. Marti Gras is also known as Fat Tuesday because it is the last day of being able to eat rich and fatty foods before fasting for Lenten begins. Marti Gras is always 47 days before Easter.
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Presidents Day, is the federal holiday officially designated as Washington’s Birthday. As the first federal holiday to honor an American citizen, the holiday was celebrated on Washington’s actual birthday in 1796 (the last full year of his presidency) on February 22.
While the holiday is still officially known as Washington’s Birthday, it has become popularly known as “President’s Day”, honoring both Washington and Lincoln, as well as all the other men who have served as president.
President’s Day is celebrated on the 3rd Monday of February.
Looking for activities to keep your kids busy while they are out of school for the day — why not do the follow:
Have your kids write a letter to the President, get their prospective on what is going on in the world. Also, have them include their hopes, dreams and ideas for running the country.
or give them a Word Search posted below or make your own
Thank you to Terri D — one of our faithful followers, she has got us hooked on Pinterest. She found us this great post and picture that is perfect for promoting National Dental Health Month. (sorry I don’t know who the original person was that posted this)
Simply take apples slices and marshmallows to make a fun after school snack for your kids– Can you imagine your kids faces when they see a plate full of smiley faces looking at them — kind of makes you want to giggle.
Make a stress ball as party favors for a birthday party — or if you are looking for an activity to do when your kids have friends over. It’s quick, easy and fun. (might I say a stress reliever)
