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The Best Ways to Celebrate Pi Day

Emerald Catron — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 17:50:50 +0000

Hey guys — it’s March 14! 3.14! Pi Day (approximately)! If you still haven’t figured out how you were going to celebrate, don’t worry — we’re here to help you. Here are just a few things you can do to celebrate Pi Day! Why? Imgur Because you've got to get down on [...]

White House Petitioned To Make Day After Super Bowl A National Holiday

Joe Student — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:38:22 +0000

The red-blooded Americans of 4for4.com Fantasy Football are true public servants. These dedicated football junkies hope fellow U.S. citizens will rally behind them and sign a petition at WhiteHouse.gov asking the Obama Administration to declare the Monday following Super Bowl Sunday a national holiday.

Happy Leif Erikson Day, Everybody!

Emerald Catron — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 20:03:37 +0000

Hinga dinga durgen, it really is Leif Erikson Day!! In 2009, President Obama made a proclamation, and now on the ninth of October we honor the European commonly regarded as the actual first to discover America. Here are some great memes and a reggae-themed educational video with a bunch of Vikings (whaaaa?) from around the web to honor Christopher Columbus's less-conqueror-y predecessor.

The Top 15 Toys for the Upcoming Holiday Season: The New Wii, One Direction Dolls and … Furby Again?

Ben Worcester — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 19:08:54 +0000

We know, we know—it's only September. When it comes to toys, though, it's never too early to start thinking about the holiday season, especially for retailers. It is big business. Huge business. The buying frenzy of the holidays can comprise 40 percent of the total annual profit for a toy store. With this in mind, Toys R Us has released their 2012 Holiday Hot Toy List to get a head start on the hottest items this year.

So what's on it this year?

Critter's Top 5 Christmas Comedies [VIDEO]

Critter — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 04:44:58 +0000

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas shopping, gift wrapping, decorating, get togethers with family & friends, stress, bills & holiday madness! Sometimes you just need to take a break from it all. Speaking for myself, I can get so busy preparing for the holidays I never get around to actually celebrating or enjoying it. So exactly how does one slow down, kick back, relax & attempt to remain in the Christmas spirit?

Survey Says — Holidays Are No Longer the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Shauna Wright — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:22:49 +0000

Seems “holiday cheer” may be a misnomer, at least according to a new survey. Consumer Reports polled 1,013 adults, revealing that 90 percent of us have at least one thing to complain about the holidays, and 15 percent hate that they’re expected to be nice.

Can Thanksgiving Actually Improve Your Self-Esteem? — Health Check

Shauna Wright — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:03:58 +0000

For many of us, Thanksgiving means gathering with family and enjoying time-tested recipes — Dad’s famous mashed potatoes, your brother’s homemade cranberry sauce, or Grandma’s pumpkin pie.

While the food itself may be wonderful, there’s a psychological component to eating the same things every year that benefits the human mind.

When Turkeys Attack! Critter's Top 10 Turkey Attacking Videos [VIDEO]

Critter — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:45:38 +0000

With Thanksgiving just around the turn & we prepare for our annual feast, it's only appropriate that we take a moment to recognize the majestic turkey & all it's sacrifices. I love this time of year and Thanksgiving is the perfect kick off to the holiday season! My mouth is already watering with carnivorous delight just thinking about the upcoming turkey day dinner. Over the years I've baked, roasted, smoked, BBQ & fried em' all with various results. Always delicious but some more so than others.

Critter's Top 5 Thanksgiving Movies [VIDEO]

Critter — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 21:25:49 +0000

It's that time of year again, Thanksgiving! I've already fried one turkey & before it's over I'm sure I'll end up frying several more for friends, family & for myself. I love turkey, Thanksgiving & everything that goes with it. While most holidays have their share of music, movies & traditions, at first glance Thanksgiving seems to lack in the way of entertainment when compared to other holidays. That's just not true.

One in Five Americans to Get Second Job for the Holidays – Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:34:55 +0000

The holidays can be expensive, and this year 21 percent of Americans plan to get a second job to help pay for all the gifts and travel costs that go with the season. That is in addition to the 12 percent of respondents to CouponCabin.com’s poll of 2,466 adults who have already grabbed themselves a [...]