Author: Nicole Melchionda

When it comes to the origins of Thanksgiving, you probably wouldn’t recognize the first dinner that the holiday is based on, especially when you compare it to the staple…

Exchanging gifts, listening to holiday music, sending out Christmas cards, and sipping on festive drinks may be fun, but there’s something extra magical about watching a…

Did you know that 90% of people in America celebrate Christmas in one way or another, even if they aren’t Christians? Simply put, it’s hard to resist the beauty and w…

If you love trick-or-treating, then you’ll be delighted to learn that humans have been doing this tradition since medieval times. What started as an activity where ch…

Watermelon may be known as the most popular summer fruit, but many people wouldn’t believe that this juicy treat is actually classified as a vegetable in the cucumber fa…

Is your child bummed out or anxious about the start of a new school year? While it’s totally normal for kids of all ages to experience some end-of-summer blues, the good…

Belen & Enrique Diaz’s Lombardi House Elopement and Vow Renewal Ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Diaz describe their relationship as “not a typical love story,” but it’s ins…

Most of us can agree that moving to a new place is a hassle, but the average person moves around 12 times throughout their life. Although settling into a new home can…

Men have been courting partners in many strange ways throughout history, but nothing is quite as odd as Ancient Romans breaking a loaf of bread over a bride’s head to bo…

Did you know that strawberries are a member of the rose family? It’s no wonder why National Strawberry Day (February 27th) falls so closely after Valentine’s Day. Roses …

Did you know that the myth of Santa Claus is based on the Turkish monk St. Nicholas? Rather than riding in a flying sled and climbing down chimneys, St. Nicholas donated…

Did you know that the first national Thanksgiving was called for by George Washington in 1777? He saw it as a way to show gratitude and celebrate the end of the Revoluti…

Did you know that Tristan da Cunha is one of the most remote places on earth? At 1,750 miles off the coast of South Africa, it’s an extremely difficult landmass to reach…

Did you know that the average person will move around 12 times in their life? Some people would argue that getting settled into a new place is the hardest part of moving…

Moms may carry us for 9 months, but did you know that babies’ most common first word is dada or another variation of dad? Fathers are friends, teachers, supporters, a…

If you want to spread the love to all of your lady friends this Valentine’s Day season, you should throw a Galentine’s Day party. Read our guide to learn how you can pla…

What is Friendsgiving exactly? For many people, it’s the happiest holiday of the year. Friendsgiving takes all of the highlights of Thanksgiving, but you celebrate with …

With the holiday season coming around, there’s no better way to thank your employees than with a fun office Christmas party. Not only are parties a great way to show …

Whether you’re planning a family gathering or an office Christmas party, there’s a lot of pressure around the holidays to throw an unforgettable celebration. If you w…

Did you know that people have been celebrating Halloween for thousands of years? Join the club and host your own Halloween party. Here's how. Although the Halloween h…