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Fun Ideas for Family Holidays and Birthdays

Family holidays and birthdays are a bonanza of fun and chaos. Working moms can make the most of family holidays or birthdays with planning and an easy-going approach. You'll also find fun facts and information about family holidays and their origins.
5 Easy Ways to Make Your Kid's Halloween Fun
Forget the elaborate parties and expensive decorations. For Halloween, kids just want to have a good time and eat candy until they're sick. Here are 5 ideas to make your kids' Halloween fun and safe.
Best Halloween Ever -- Stories of the Best Halloween, and the Worst
What was the best Halloween from your childhood? What was the worst? Share stories of the best Halloween you or your children enjoyed -- and the stories about your worst Halloween experiences.
5 Rules for Simple and Fun Kids' Birthday Parties
A kid's birthday party should bring joy and excitement, not stress and financial strain. In some communities, a kid's birthday party is an excuse to spend too much money on a lavish event that your child won't even remember. You can avoid kids' birthday party overload by following these five guidelines for keeping your kid's birthday party simple and fun.
5 Surefire Gifts for Dad
It's not easy to find great gifts for dad. Most people buy the same old ties and socks. But gifts for dads should be personalized for the man in your life. Whether it's his birthday, an anniversary or Father's Day, check out these fun and pract…
What Father's Day Gifts Are the Most Popular?
Whether you want to stick out from the crowd or pick a safe choice for dad, it's helpful to know what Father's Day gifts are the most popular. A National Retail Federation survey found that Americans will spend the most on outings and clothing for Father's Day gifts. Gift cards and electronics are also popular Father's Day gifts.
Do You Know Your Father's Day Trivia?
Do you know your Father's Day trivia? The first official celebration of dads was in 1910, and dad-boosters have been collecting Father's Day trivia since then. Father's Day trivia includes the number of dads in the U.S. (64 million) and the number of preschoolers whose father cares for them while mom works (2.9 million). Read on for more Father's Day trivia.
When Is Father's Day?
You know you'll be in trouble if you have to ask your husband, "When is Father's Day?" This article lists when is Father's Day in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and subsequent years. Dad will thank you for remembering when is Father's Day!
What Is the Date of Mother's Day?
You don't want to miss the Mother's Day date. This article lists the date of Mother's Day for 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and subsequent years. Mom will thank you for remembering the Mother's Day date.
Learn the History of Mother's Day, Trivia About the Celebration
Mother's Day trivia must begin with the date of Mother's Day -- the second Sunday in May. To learn the holiday's history and more, read this article on Mother's Day trivia. From how many mothers are in the U.S. to how many work or stay home with their children, you'll learn both substantive facts and fun Mother's Day trivia.
Fun Facts About St. Patrick's Day
How many St. Patrick's Day facts do you know? Probably that it falls on March 17 and relates to the saint who legendarily chased snakes from Ireland. Here are some fun St. Patrick's Day facts that will surprise and amuse you. St. Patrick's Day facts from the Census Bureau.
Holiday Facts for Working Moms
Holiday facts may not come easily to your mind. But when your child asks, you'll want to give her facts about the holiday you're about to celebrate. Don't make things up! Check out this calendar with facts for each holiday. It'll give you all the holiday facts you need to inform and entertain your kids.
Fun Trivia About Valentine's Day
Here's some Valentine's Day trivia for you. U.S. jewelry stores sold $2.6 billion of merchandise in February 2008. About 6,000 marriages take place each day in the U.S. Chocolate manufacturing is a $14 billion industry. Each American eats nearly 25 pounds of candy a year. There are towns called Valentine in Texas and Nebraska. Read on for more Valentine's Day trivia and history.
Interesting Veterans Day Facts
On Veterans Day, Americans honor all living military veterans, including the many working moms who are veterans of military service. Indeed, the 1.8 million female veterans are more likely to work full-time than their civilian counterparts. Here are some other Veterans Day facts you may not know.
Fun Facts About the Thanksgiving Holiday
The Thanksgiving holiday is probably as familiar to you as your birthday. But for all the years you've celebrated the Thanksgiving holiday, how much do you know about its history and origins? Read on for some fun facts about the Thanksgiving holiday.
Halloween Ideas to Keep You Sane and Your Kids Safe and Happy
Here are ideas for making Halloween safe and fun for your kids and easy for you. Halloween ideas include when and where to trick or treat, simple costumes, and getting home from work in time to trick or treat. Working moms and their children can enjoy the season with these simple Halloween ideas.
Fun Halloween Facts and History
Here are some fun Halloween facts you probably don't know. The celebration of Halloween dates back thousands of years to Celtic rituals. The demand for jack-o-lanterns contributes to the 1.1 billion pounds of pumpkins, worth $117 million, that major pumpkin-growing states produced last year. Read on for more fun Halloween facts and traditions.
Fun Trivia and Facts about Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and New Year's
Here are some Christmas facts you may not know. U.S. Christmas tree farmers sell a half billion dollars worth of trees. The U.S. Postal Service delivers about 20 billion pieces of mail between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Read on for more fun Christmas facts and trivia about Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and New Year's Eve.
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