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May holidays

Major holidays

• Memorial Day
  May 30
  It’s a holiday at the end of May that is absolutely unforgettable: Memorial Day, a day whose solemn objective of remembrance is made more joyous by the thoughts of the summer barbecues and pool parties soon to follow. Scheduled to occur the last Monday of every May, it has traditionally been a celebration in honor of... read more

  It’s a holiday at the end of May that is absolutely unforgettable: Memorial Day, a day
  whose solemn objective of remembrance is made more joyous by the thoughts of the
  summer barbecues and pool parties soon to follow. Scheduled to occur the last Monday
  of every May, it has traditionally been a celebration in honor of all soldiers who have
  fallen in the line of duty. But owing to its position on the cusp of vacation season, it is
  also a time for many to make use of their time off by holding get-togethers, and staying
  in touch with their friends and family with a Memorial Day greeting, poem or greeting card. That
  way, Memorial Day can truly be memorable.

  The history of Memorial Day dates back to the end of the Civil War. Adopted by
  individual states originally as “Decoration Day”, the title eventually evolved into
  Memorial Day in the early 20th century, though it remains a holiday with decorative flair.
  Many events are arranged to honor fallen service members; 3 P.M. local time across the
  country is recognized as the official moment of remembrance, and events are held at
  military cemeteries throughout the country. Another event held in honor of Memorial
  Day is the Indianapolis 500, a form of observance that would at first seem a bit of a non
  sequitur until you consider that tearing down a piece of asphalt in an overpowered vehicle
  has become thoroughly enshrined as a part of classic Americana. But while you’re out
  firing up the grill and watching the events of the big race unfold, take a moment to of
  friends and family, and perhaps send them a warm Memorial Day message or greeting –
  it doesn’t even have to be NASCAR themed.

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• Mother's Day
  May 13
  The mother of all holidays, Mother's Day is a time for all of us to appreciate the most important person in our lives. Mother's Day comes every second Sunday of May, as the flowers begin to bloom again and the animals of the forest come out of hibernation. During this season, we take time to remember our mothers, who... read more

  The mother of all holidays, Mother's Day is a time for all of us to appreciate the most
  important person in our lives. Mother's Day comes every second Sunday of May, as
  the flowers begin to bloom again and the animals of the forest come out of hibernation.
  During this season, we take time to remember our mothers, who incidentally tend to like
  flowers and cuddly animals. And although we may not always appreciate their phone
  calls or their opinions on who we date, Mother's Day is the perfect time to thank our
  moms for all the good things they've done for us, and remind them that we really did turn
  out better after eating our veggies.

  How did Mother’s Day come to be? As it turns our, Mother’s Day has its own mother:
  Anna Jarvis, who founded the campaign for a national day honoring mothers in 1908.
  Jarvis propelled the idea forward with her unwavering determination, writing letters
  to state governments and enlisting allies such as Philadelphia businessman John
  Wanamaker. In 1914, Mother’s Day was officially designated as a national holiday by
  President Woodrow Wilson, perhaps hoping to appease his own mother in case she
  disapproved of his foreign policy. Since then, Mother’s Day has become a tradition
  which is as American as, well, mom and apple pie. Mother’s Day is also the busiest day
  of the year for long distance phone calls, perhaps proving that mothers are still easier to
  talk to than fathers.

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Staff pick holidays

• Cinco de Mayo
  May 05
  Hold on to your sombreros, Cinco de Mayo is here! It’s everyone’s favorite Mexican- American (well, mostly American) holiday for Latinos and gringos alike. Cinco de Mayo is the perfect time to throw a fiesta, take a baseball bat to a piñata, throw some meat on the asada, and since this is an American holiday too,... read more

  Hold on to your sombreros, Cinco de Mayo is here! It’s everyone’s favorite Mexican-
  American (well, mostly American) holiday for Latinos and gringos alike. Cinco de Mayo
  is the perfect time to throw a fiesta, take a baseball bat to a piñata, throw some meat
  on the asada, and since this is an American holiday too, drink an enjoyable yet prudent
  amount of cerveza. And even though historically our two countries haven’t always gotten
  along, it’s a good opportunity to study up of the history and culture of our southern
  neighbor. Of course, Cinco de Mayo is also a good time to think of your amigos by
  sending them a greeting or perhaps going out for a burrito.

  Cinco de Mayo celebrates the defeat of the French army in Mexico in 1862 on (you
  guessed it) May 5. Irate at the prospect of being forced to eat croissants and wear berets
  all the time, Mexicans in the city of Puebla took up arms against the French invaders,
  and won a decisive victory. Despite ultimately succumbing to French rule, the Mexican
  victory diverted their resources and ensured that their stay would be short. This victory
  was important for the United States as well since it kept the French from taking a side in
  the Civil war; as difficult is it is to imagine, the haut couture French were on the verge of
  supporting the decisively not haut couture Confederacy. Today, the holiday is not widely
  celebrated in Mexico outside of Puebla, but is a huge deal throughout the United States.
  It is very common to meet with family or organize parties, many of which feature recipes
  unique to Cinco de Mayo. For relatives who don’t live nearby, many people choose to
  send a card with Cinco de Mayo-themed images or a gift; Cinco de Mayo But the day is
  enjoyable even for people with no family nearby, because after all, they could be eating
  quiche instead of quesadillas.

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• Armed Forces Day
  May 19
  Ten-hut! Mark your calendar soldier, the third Saturday of May is Armed Forces Day. According to the U.S. Defense Department, Armed Forces Day is “a type of ‘educational program for civilians,’ one in which there would be an increased awareness of the Armed Forces.” Fortunately they have found ways to achieve this goal... read more

  Ten-hut! Mark your calendar soldier, the third Saturday of May is Armed Forces Day. According to the U.S. Defense Department, Armed Forces Day is “a type of ‘educational program for civilians,’ one in which there would be an increased awareness of the Armed Forces.” Fortunately they have found ways to achieve this goal that don’t involve putting the whole civilian populace through boot camp. The order of the day usually involves parades, voluntary informational sessions, and open houses at certain military bases and facilities. It’s enough to put the mind of any military enthusiast at ease, unless of course said enthusiast has to wake up to a bugle blast of reveille that morning.
  
  Armed Forces Day comes near the end of Armed Forces Week, which begins a week earlier and ends the next day, a nine day event in total. The history of Armed Forces Day goes back to the late 1940s; at that time each branch of the military separated its own holiday separately, and as a result, nobody paid much attention to any of them. The first Armed Forces Day was announced by the Defense Department in 1949 and recognized by President Truman the next year. In contrast to other military holidays, Armed Forces Day focuses on currently serving military personnel, as well as its goal of awareness and education. Thus, it’s a pretty good time to write to friends or family in the military to thank them for their service. And for those serving in the armed forces, it’s a great opportunity to request that your civilian friends drop and do 100 push ups.

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All holidays

• Cinco de Mayo
  May 05
  Hold on to your sombreros, Cinco de Mayo is here! It’s everyone’s favorite Mexican- American (well, mostly American) holiday for Latinos and gringos alike. Cinco de Mayo is the perfect time to throw a fiesta, take a baseball bat to a piñata, throw some meat on the asada, and since this is an American holiday too,... read more

  Hold on to your sombreros, Cinco de Mayo is here! It’s everyone’s favorite Mexican-
  American (well, mostly American) holiday for Latinos and gringos alike. Cinco de Mayo
  is the perfect time to throw a fiesta, take a baseball bat to a piñata, throw some meat
  on the asada, and since this is an American holiday too, drink an enjoyable yet prudent
  amount of cerveza. And even though historically our two countries haven’t always gotten
  along, it’s a good opportunity to study up of the history and culture of our southern
  neighbor. Of course, Cinco de Mayo is also a good time to think of your amigos by
  sending them a greeting or perhaps going out for a burrito.

  Cinco de Mayo celebrates the defeat of the French army in Mexico in 1862 on (you
  guessed it) May 5. Irate at the prospect of being forced to eat croissants and wear berets
  all the time, Mexicans in the city of Puebla took up arms against the French invaders,
  and won a decisive victory. Despite ultimately succumbing to French rule, the Mexican
  victory diverted their resources and ensured that their stay would be short. This victory
  was important for the United States as well since it kept the French from taking a side in
  the Civil war; as difficult is it is to imagine, the haut couture French were on the verge of
  supporting the decisively not haut couture Confederacy. Today, the holiday is not widely
  celebrated in Mexico outside of Puebla, but is a huge deal throughout the United States.
  It is very common to meet with family or organize parties, many of which feature recipes
  unique to Cinco de Mayo. For relatives who don’t live nearby, many people choose to
  send a card with Cinco de Mayo-themed images or a gift; Cinco de Mayo But the day is
  enjoyable even for people with no family nearby, because after all, they could be eating
  quiche instead of quesadillas.

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• Armed Forces Day
  May 19
  Ten-hut! Mark your calendar soldier, the third Saturday of May is Armed Forces Day. According to the U.S. Defense Department, Armed Forces Day is “a type of ‘educational program for civilians,’ one in which there would be an increased awareness of the Armed Forces.” Fortunately they have found ways to achieve this goal... read more

  Ten-hut! Mark your calendar soldier, the third Saturday of May is Armed Forces Day. According to the U.S. Defense Department, Armed Forces Day is “a type of ‘educational program for civilians,’ one in which there would be an increased awareness of the Armed Forces.” Fortunately they have found ways to achieve this goal that don’t involve putting the whole civilian populace through boot camp. The order of the day usually involves parades, voluntary informational sessions, and open houses at certain military bases and facilities. It’s enough to put the mind of any military enthusiast at ease, unless of course said enthusiast has to wake up to a bugle blast of reveille that morning.
  
  Armed Forces Day comes near the end of Armed Forces Week, which begins a week earlier and ends the next day, a nine day event in total. The history of Armed Forces Day goes back to the late 1940s; at that time each branch of the military separated its own holiday separately, and as a result, nobody paid much attention to any of them. The first Armed Forces Day was announced by the Defense Department in 1949 and recognized by President Truman the next year. In contrast to other military holidays, Armed Forces Day focuses on currently serving military personnel, as well as its goal of awareness and education. Thus, it’s a pretty good time to write to friends or family in the military to thank them for their service. And for those serving in the armed forces, it’s a great opportunity to request that your civilian friends drop and do 100 push ups.

  See less
• See all Armed Forces Day cards