Celebrating Labor Day

When New York machinist Mathew Maguire led 20,000 Knights of Labor up Broadway on September 5, 1882, he probably never imagined that his dream of honoring the American working man would evolve...

Nothing says Labor Day like a big barbecue. America's number one summer pastime for decades, grilling has become a way for families to celebrate the end of the summer. Whether you are cooking...

A great Labor Day BBQ is about much more than just food. The spirit of the party, the guest, the decorations and the entertainment are all important to make a Labor Day BBQ an experience to...

The Labor Day weekend conjures up images of barbecues and beach parties. However, many people don't have the chance (or the energy) to go through the whole preparation required for such an...

Labor Day grilling doesn't have to be only about hamburgers and hot dogs. There are many foods that are considered classic Labor Day fare, and lobster is quickly becoming one of them. Instead of...

Labor Day is a great day to try something beyond the classic grill fare. If you don't want to spend your day outdoor, or if you're hosting a brunch rather than a BBQ, shrimp is a quick, easy way...

Caramel apples are one of the few Labor Day delicacies that everybody enjoys. While most people usually buy them at festivals or while strolling through the local park, caramel apples can be...

Since the very word "summer" evokes images of delicious, melting ice cream, it's no wonder this tasty dessert is one of the staples at most Labor Day parties. This year, instead of heading to your...

The biggest difference between planning a Labor Day brunch and organizing a BBQ is, ironically, in the amount of labor involved. While a BBQ requires you to organize a complete lunch or dinner and...

The Marionberry Cobbler, especially when served on top of vanilla ice cream, is a classic American dessert. Around for decades, the Marionberry Cobbler became a Labor Day dessert around the middle...

Blueberry buckle is an old-fashioned name for something that looks very much like a coffee cake. In regular cakes, batter and topping may mix during baking, but blueberry buckle is different....

The Bumbershoot Festival started in 1971 as a musical celebration and has evolved to include live performances, comedy shows, dance, film presentations and other forms of art. Seattle's largest...

When you begin to prepare for a Labor Day camping trip, keep in mind that this is a unique weekend that may require some special considerations. Whether you want to stay close to the city to enjoy...

Nothing says celebration like a big fireworks display. Even for Labor Day, when many cities don't put on their own shows, you can still enjoy the magic of fireworks by setting up a display right...

The Lowell, Indiana Labor Day Parade is one of the oldest in the Midwest. A beloved tradition since 1919, the parade pays homage days of old with floats honoring the police force, marching bands...

The Cannstatter Volksfest in Philadelphia is an annual festival organized over the Labor Day weekend. Also known as Philadelphia's Oktoberfest, the festival attracts international music bands, a...

Invite your friends and family to a backyard extravaganza with a unique twist. They'll be happily surprised to see a dance floor in your backyard for all ages to enjoy. Keep the menu and drinks...

Throw a Labor Day party at the beach or in your backyard. You can host a beach bash even if you don't have the beach. Play beach volleyball in your backyard. Add some fun grilled foods and...

Get the whole neighborhood together to celebrate the end of the summer. Lives are so busy these days you can go weeks, even months, without talking to your neighbors. Spend some time catching up,...

It's the Labor Day weekend ! Time for festivity and of course Family Activities. the Labor Day parade, barbecue and party are some of the many ways to celebrate with ones family and kids. The...