Washington, D.C. is known around the world as the capital of the United States but there is so much to learn and explore here beyond politics! Many of America’s national treasures can be found in this diverse and exciting city. Did you know about Darth Vader gargoyle on the National Cathedral? Here are 10 Fun Facts […]
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Europe. The European Union. Did you know it’s not the same thing? Learn more through these fun facts about the European Union. Europe refers to the continent that spreads from Iceland to Istanbul. The European Union is a confederation (or a group) of 28 member countries in Europe, started in 1957. It has created a common economic area with
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Vesak is probably the most important holiday in the Buddhist tradition – celebrated around the world by both branches of Buddhism (Theravada and Mahayana). Many faith traditions pride themselves on specific rituals practiced by all followers on roughly the same day. In contrast, Vesak – like most Buddhist holidays – is highly influenced by culture.
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Food, pride, and family values! Happy Asian Pacific American Heritage Month! It’s a great time to reach out to friends, school, and library and have them join you to explore the fascinating Asian Pacific cultures. First we eat, then we do everything else. -M.F.K. Fisher This quote by Fisher is close to a well-known Chinese
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Monaco is a tiny country nestled by the Mediterranean Sea, surrounded by the French Riviera and only 8 km from the border with Liguria in Italy. It might be minuscule – you can see pretty much the whole country in the photo below – but it has a big reputation. Let’s take a look at
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