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How to Honor Service Members With a Service Flag

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Displaying a service flag is a fitting and heartfelt tribute to those who serve in our armed forces. Whether your family member serves as a reserve or a career military person, you can show your pride by placing a service flag at your home. Read ... more »

How to Honor the Troops on Armed Forces Day

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Armed Forces Day is a nationally recognized holiday for honoring any member of the military. There are many great ways to honor the troops on Armed Forces Day. There are companies that offer products to honor those who are serving as well. Use ... more »

How to Honor Your Administrative Professional

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Each year, whether in April on Adminstrative Professional Day, or any other day, that one person that keeps things in your life running smoothly, should be honored. Don't just get out the credit card and order flowers, try adding a personal and ... more »

How to Host a Miniature Golf Party

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If searching for the perfect party theme seems to get you down, then look no further. A miniature golf party may be just what you and your friends need to have a good time and some good laughs. Follow these steps to host a miniature golf party... more »

How to Host a Vernal Equinox Party

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Spring's here. The Vernal Equinox ushers in the long-awaited hope for the rebirth of the land and the promise that warm weather will return. On this day, the length of day and night are considered equal and the Sun crosses the celestial equator. ... more »

How to Host an International Dinner

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When I was in college, I was a member of the Spanish Club, and we participated in our school's "International Dinner," a fundraiser showcasing various types of ethnic cuisine and entertainment. It was a blast! This kind of party is also ... more »

How to Identify When Vernal Equinox Occurs

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Vernal equinox is identified as a day, but in truth, it is a moment: the precise instant when the middle of the sun crosses past the celestial equator. If you stood on the equator at that moment, the sun would appear to stand at its highest point ... more »

How to Improve the Endangered Species Act

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The Endangered Species Act of 1973 provides an enforcement mechanism for animals and their native habitats. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration enforce the series of regulations within the ... more »

How to Join a May Day Parade

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May Day is a time for getting in touch with your pagan side. Unlike many other contemporary mainstream celebrations, May Day parades encourage an unbridled creativity that is not for the faint of heart. With that in mind, here are a few ideas for ... more »

How to Keep a Ghost Costume Sheet in Place

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If you want to have a "spooktacular" Halloween costume, then there are fewer outfits more traditionally frightening than that of a good old ghost. Plus, it's pretty cheap and easy to pull together. With these few tips you'll be popular and ... more »

How to Keep Special Needs Kids Safe During The Holidays

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Parents of children with special needs know that they need to take precautions to help keep their children safe during the holidays. If you are not sure how to keep your special needs child safe, the following tips will help you... more »

How to Know Your Guy Fawkes Fact and Fiction

By Patricia Tebbe

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In 1605, Guido Fawkes also known as Guy Fawkes failed in his attempt to blow up the House of Parliament. Today, many questions still remain about this infamous man and his gunpowder plot. On November 5 every year, people throughout Britain ... more »

How to Live an Organic Lifestyle

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An organic lifestyle involves a complete refusal of consumer products made with dyes, chemicals and artificial materials. Your choice of an organic lifestyle will require a commitment to hunting down these products and changing your spending ... more »

How to Locate Organic Restaurants

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The growth of organic food stores in major cities throughout the United States has led many to choose a healthier lifestyle. Advocates of organic food may not want to cook every night and it can be difficult to locate organic restaurants in the ... more »

How to Maintain the Flag

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The United States American flag is the main symbol of our country and should be flown and handled with respect. Along with knowing how to display the flag properly, a flag owner should know how to maintain the flag. Follow these easy steps to ... more »

How to Make 100th Day of School Necklaces

By Amanda Morin

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It's the 100th Day of School and, as a teacher, you probably have about 100 activities planned. However, if you teach elementary school, math or patterns, you may want to make time for one more. With few supplies and a little time, you can have ... more »

How to Make a Float for a Holiday Parade

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Whether it's Independence Day or Christmas Day, a holiday parade just isn't a parade without eye catching and colorful floats. Just about anyone can make a float with some basic supplies and a well thought out design. Just consider your theme, ... more »

How to Make a Krathong

By Jonathan F.

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The krathong is a batch of flowers and incense that is released during the Thai Loy Krathong festival, held every November under the full moon. Thousands upon thousands of these creations are sent down the river each year so as to dispense of bad ... more »

How to Make a Summer Slideshow

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Beat the summer heat and move the activities inside with a fun summer activity the entire family can participate in. Gather your photos,and music and make a summer-time slide show. Use the steps below to start your project today... more »

How to Make an "Erotic Pumpkin" for Halloween!

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Do you love Halloween? Would you like to create an erotic atmosphere for Halloween using an ordinary pumpkin? If so, read on Lover!.. more »

How to Make an Earth Pendant for Earth Day

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Earth Day is a day to remember the importance of respecting our environment, and how all of us can help to keep our world beautiful and pollution-free. Making an earth pendant is a fun way to celebrate Earth Day, and it's easy enough that even ... more »

How to Make Colored Snow Spray

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Boring white snowmen are a thing of the past. Children can make their snowmen come to life with a black top hat, brown coat tails, and red rosy cheeks. The kids will see the snowman in a whole new light. Here is how to make colored snow spray to ... more »

How to Make Earth Day Pot Placeholders

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Spice up your Earth Day celebration by getting into the spirit with creatively designed reminders. These place holders are a quirky and fun way to decorate plain terra cotta pots for guests. Read on to learn how to make Earth Day placeholders... more »

How to Make Flag Day Special for Kids

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Flag Day, celebrated on June 14th, is a day for Americans to celebrate and show respect for our flag and our country. The flag is a symbol of our country's independence and unity as a nation. Unfortunately Flag Day is a holiday that is often not ... more »

How to Make Gifts for Parents' Day

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Although we do have Mother's Day and Father's Day to honor our parents, there is also a newer holiday that President Clinton declared in 1994 called Parents' Day. Parents' Day is a day to pay tribute to the parents who sacrifice many things in ... more »

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