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Month: May 2017

Memorial Day: Take a Few Moments to Remember What it Really Stands For

Memorial Day: Take a Few Moments to Remember What it Really Stands For

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There’s a long holiday weekend coming up.  It’s the “unofficial” kick-off of another summer season.  Memorial Day weekend will be marked around the country with cook-outs, the uncovering of swimming pools, and an extra day off from work to celebrate the impending warm weather ahead. Amidst all of the holiday hustle and bustle; however, I urge you to take a few moments to understand and remember what the holiday is really all about.   Celebrated on the last Monday in May,…

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National Pike Days: A Glimpse of Travel from the 19th Century

National Pike Days: A Glimpse of Travel from the 19th Century

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Local residents often take for granted that the four-state area is steeped in history, dating all the way back to the days when this country was founded.  One event that celebrates the transportation systems of an earlier time is coming up this weekend – National Pike Days. One of the first major “improved” highways funded by the federal government (and authorized by President Thomas Jefferson in 1806), the National Pike (also known as the “Cumberland Road” or its more common…

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Do Food Outlets Know What They’re Doing When They Open a Hagerstown Location?

Do Food Outlets Know What They’re Doing When They Open a Hagerstown Location?

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If you’ve read any of my posts, I think you know how I feel about dining in Hagerstown (here’s a link to a previous article to get you started).  It consistently amazes me that locals complain about “better dining” choices in and around the county seat, yet then fail to support them once they arrive. Still, eateries keep trying.  It’s as if the only research that’s been done at Corporate Headquarters is that someone in Marketing has grabbed a map,…

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Theater Etiquette: I Think You Know Where This is Going

Theater Etiquette: I Think You Know Where This is Going

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I recently had the privilege of attending the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts (BISFA) spring production of “Seussical: The Musical” at the Maryland Theatre.  Let me say that if you’ve never attended one of their shows – you should (they also do a wonderful “Holiday Spectacular” at Christmas).  These kids are putting out top-quality entertainment and are all extremely talented.  Honestly, you’ll forget they are high school kids in less than five minutes.  Some of them are definitely bound…

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