Holidays Blog Articles by Jack and Kitty Norton

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Celebrate every season with fresh ideas for holidays year-round. From unique traditions to helpful tips, find inspiration for making each occasion memorable.

January – New Year’s

Start the year off right with ideas for celebrating, reflecting, and setting goals for a fresh beginning. Click here for more New Year’s articles.

Embrace the power of faith in your fitness goals this year—body, mind, and spirit working together for lasting transformation!

Transform Your New Year: How Faith Can Power Your Fitness Journey to Success in 2025!

Make fitness a family affair this year with exciting workouts that everyone will love—bond, get moving, and stay healthy!

Get Fit Together in 2025: Fun Family-Friendly Exercises To Kickstart the New Year!

Overwhelmed by mom life? Try these simple, free weight loss tips that fit even the busiest schedules!

Feeling Overwhelmed? These Are Simple (and Free) Weight Loss Tips for Busy Moms!

February – Valentine’s Day

Discover creative ways to celebrate love, from romantic gestures to fun, heartfelt activities. Click here for more Valentine’s Day articles.

Florist with bouquet. Keep your Valentine's Day flowers fresh and beautiful for longer with these easy care tips! Simple and helpful secrets you need to know!

Keep Your Valentine’s Day Flowers Fresh Longer with These Simple Tips

Adorable smiling dog covered in hearts. Make a shelter animal's Valentine's Day extra special by sending a hand-made heart to PAWS Humane Society in Iowa!

Show Love to Iowa Shelter Animals This Valentine’s Day

Minnesota Singles and Dogs: Celebrate Valentine’s at this Brewery!

Valentine's Day Feel Good Stories by Jack and Kitty Norton

February – Black History Month

Honor and celebrate the contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history. Click here for more Black History Month articles.

Anna Arnold Hedgeman, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Averell Harriman, 1960s. Celebrate Black History Month by discovering the inspiring story of Minnesota's Anna Arnold Hedgeman, the unsung hero of civil rights!

Anna Arnold Hedgeman: The Unsung Minnesota Hero of Civil Rights

Self-portrait by Joseph Godfrey in the 1880s. Explore the untold story of Minnesota's own Joseph Godfrey - an enslaved man's fight for freedom in the US-Dakota War of 1862.

Celebrating Black History: Joseph Godfrey’s Journey to Freedom

March – St. Patrick’s Day

Get festive with ideas for celebrating Irish culture, from parades to traditional meals and crafts. Click here for more St. Patrick’s Day articles.

Stone carving of Sheelah. Discover the story of Sheelah, the forgotten female figure who once shared the spotlight with St. Patrick in Ireland's ancient celebrations!

The Forgotten Tale Of Sheelah: Ireland’s Ancient Female Icon Who Rivaled St. Patrick

Three friends drinking beer at an Irish pub in Minneapolis. Americans are gearing up for the biggest celebration yet, with record-breaking spending and festivities planned from coast to coast.

You Won’t Believe How Americans Are Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day This Year!

Lucky Irish sign and coins from a pot of gold. Calling all leprechauns! Get ready to shamrock your world this St. Patrick's Day with these lucky traditions!

Try These St. Patrick’s Day Traditions To Bring You Good Fortune And Luck!

St. Patrick's Day Feel Good Stories by Jack and Kitty Norton

April – April Fools’ Day

Have some fun with playful pranks and lighthearted tricks to bring laughter to your day. Click here for more April Fools’ Day articles.

Get ready to giggle! From ancient Roman roots to modern-day mischief, this silly holiday will keep you on your toes.

Hilarious History Of April Fools’ Day: From Roman Festivals To Modern Pranks

Goofy people dressed silly. From clever one-liners to hilarious pranks, we've got jokes to keep you covered for an April Fools' Day filled with foolproof fun.

Foolproof Fun: The Best Jokes For April Fools’ Day That Will Make You LOL!

Man putting kick-me sign on a co-worker. Get ready to giggle with these hilarious April Fools' Day pranks that are perfect for friends, family, and coworkers!

LOL! Hilarious April Fools’ Day Pranks To Make Your Friends And Family Laugh!

April – Earth Day

Embrace eco-friendly tips and sustainable practices to make a positive impact on the planet. Click here for more Earth Day articles.

Reduce your carbon footprint written on a cardboard box. Want to cut your carbon footprint without breaking the bank? Discover some game-changing tips to go green and save money!

Unexpected Ways To Dramatically Slash Your Carbon Footprint With Little Effort!

Cute kid laughing on Earth Day with collage of hands holding globe. Laugh your way to a greener planet with these Earth Day jokes that will make you smile and think twice about your carbon footprint!

Earth Day Jokes: Celebrate Earth Day With Hilarious Eco-Friendly Funnies!

Cute peeps dressed up in silly costumes and laughing at Easter Jokes.

Cracking Up: Fun Easter Jokes for the Whole Family

Spring – Easter

Celebrate Easter with family-friendly activities, DIY projects, and meaningful traditions. Click here for more Easter articles.

Mom holds baby's hand. Surprise! A baby was born in a Piggly Wiggly parking lot on Easter Sunday, surprising shoppers and staff alike!

Surprise Delivery: Wisconsin Mom Gives Birth In Piggly Wiggly On Easter!

Easter tomb. The real meaning of Easter: Betrayal, sacrifice, and the miracle of resurrection! Explore the true story of Easter through this scriptures.

The True Story of Easter: From Betrayal to Resurrection

Easter Bunny and easter egg toys. Get ready to hippity-hop down the bunny trail with the fascinating history of the Easter Bunny! Do you know his origin story?

Every Hero Has An Origin Story: This Is The Hop-tastic History Of The Easter Bunny

May – Mother’s Day

Show appreciation for moms with thoughtful gift ideas, activities, and heartfelt ways to celebrate. Click here for more Mother’s Day articles.

Family having fun at Mother's Day Brunch. We've rounded up the best Mother's Day deals and freebies just for you. From pretzels to pancakes, pizza to cheesecake, mom will be happy.

Celebrate Mom With These Delicious Deals And Fun Freebies This Mother’s Day!

Mothers and daughters. Celebrate extraordinary love this Mother's Day with these heartwarming quotes about moms that perfectly capture the essence of motherhood.

Heartwarming Quotes About Moms For Mother’s Day: Celebrate Unconditional Love!

Friends hanging out in Minneapolis telling jokes. Get ready to LOL with the ultimate collection of the BEST Yo Mama jokes – you won't believe how funny these are!

Yo Mama Is So… LOL At The Ultimate Collection Of Hilarious Yo Mama Jokes!

Mother's Day Feel Good Stories by Jack and Kitty Norton

May – Memorial Day

Reflect on the sacrifices made by servicemen and women, with ideas for honoring their memory. Click here for more articles about American heroes.

Take a journey through Rock County’s memorials that honor the brave sacrifices of veterans—an inspiring visit this Veterans Day.

Veterans Day in Rock County, Minnesota: Explore Memorials Honoring American Heroes

Step into history at Minnesota's Military Museum and explore powerful exhibits that honor the brave men and women who served.

Honor Minnesota Veterans This Veterans Day at Camp Ripley’s Unforgettable Military Museum

Pay tribute to Minnesota’s veterans at these powerful sites, from WWII aircraft to a solemn memorial plaza honoring local heroes.

Where to Honor Veterans in Minnesota: Memorials in Granite Falls That Bring History to Life

June – Father’s Day

Celebrate fathers with unique gift ideas, fun activities, and ways to express gratitude. Click here for more Father’s Day articles.

Father and son looking at Lake Superior. Make this Father's Day extra special with these creative, budget-friendly ideas that the whole family will love!

Five Unique And Unforgettable Father’s Day Activities That Won’t Break The Bank!

Father and child smiling. Celebrate the incredible dads in your life with these heartwarming and humorous Father's Day quotes that capture the essence of fatherhood.

Celebrating Fatherhood: The Best Heartwarming And Humorous Father’s Day Quotes

Daughter gives dad a present. Celebrate your amazing dad this Father's Day with our collection of heartfelt texts, card messages, and social media captions.

What Do I Say To My Dad On Father’s Day? Copy/Paste These Texts, Cards And Captions

June – Pride Month

Support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with events, stories, and ways to show solidarity. Click here for more Pride articles.

A Tennessee pizza shop faces a firestorm of backlash after refusing to cater a same-sex wedding – but is it conviction or discrimination?

Tennessee Restaurant Refuses to Cater Same-Sex Wedding: Conviction or Discrimination?

A 17-year-old faces adult terrorism charges after authorities stopped his alleged plan to detonate explosives at the Phoenix Pride Festival.

Teen’s Terror Plot Exposed! Arizona Boy Planned Bomb Attack at Phoenix Pride Festival

The teen behind the mass shooting at a Minneapolis punk show, which targeted the LGBTQ community, will now face trial as an adult.

Teen Shooter Who Targeted LGBTQ Punk Show in Minneapolis to Face Adult Trial

July – Independence Day

Honor the nation’s history with festive activities, barbecues, and fireworks to mark the Fourth of July. Click here for more Independence Day articles.

Home with American flag and patriotic decorations on porch. National pride hits record low with U.S. citizens! Discover the surprising stats and what they mean for America's future.

Shocking Decline In American Pride: Gallup Poll Exposes Disturbing Trend In US!

Sparklers and American flag. Join us for a down-home celebration of Independence Day, where simple pleasures and neighborly love remind us what truly makes America great.

Midwest Musings: A Heartland Celebration of Independence Day In Winona, Minnesota

Crowded airport for Fourth of July travel. Get ready for a travel explosion this Fourth of July, with millions of Americans hitting the road and skies, even as costs hit record highs!

Despite Soaring Costs, You Won’t Believe How Many Americans Are Traveling For July 4!

October – Halloween

Get into the spooky spirit with costume ideas, decorations, and family-friendly tricks and treats. Click here for more Halloween articles, and don’t miss our articles on Haunted Places and Paranormal Experiences!

Do not tell these jokes to anyone - unless you want your house to get egged! These are the dumbest Halloween jokes ever.

These Are the DUMBEST Halloween Jokes Ever! Do NOT Tell Them To ANYONE!

Unravel three spine-chilling (and totally true) Amish ghost stories that blend folklore with the supernatural!

Spooky Amish Ghost Stories: Spine-Chilling and True Tales from Rural Communities!

Ready to explore spine-tingling haunts across America? Uncover the eerie stories behind the most haunted places in every state!

Ghostly Getaways: Discover the Most Haunted Places in Every State – If You Dare!

November – Veterans Day

Pay tribute to veterans with ideas for honoring their service and contributions. Click here for more articles about American heroes.

Veterans Day in Rock County, Minnesota: Explore Memorials Honoring American Heroes

Honor Minnesota Veterans This Veterans Day at Camp Ripley’s Unforgettable Military Museum

Where to Honor Veterans in Minnesota: Memorials in Granite Falls That Bring History to Life

November – Thanksgiving

Share gratitude with family, enjoy delicious meals, and make the most of this holiday season. Click here for more Thanksgiving (and, of course, Black Friday) articles.

Turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into new family traditions with creative recipes like turkey tacos and pumpkin pie milkshakes!

December – Christmas

Embrace the magic of Christmas with decorating ideas, gift guides, and festive traditions to celebrate the season. Click here for more Christmas articles.