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Come Celebrate - (America's Library) Every country and every culture has its own traditional celebrations and festivities. Many of these celebrations have existed for centuries and have been passed down and observed. Summertime is a time for festivals and celerations.
Explore the States: Kansas - (America’s Library) Lawrence City Band has been playing summer concerts in the park since 1863.
Fairfield Indian Summer Days Festival (Ohio) - (Local Legacies) This three day summer festival has been celebrated for 25 years.
How does sunscreen work? - (Science Mysteries) Find out why it is important to protect your skin from the sun.
Join America at Play: Hit the Road - (America’s Library) School's out for the summer and it's time to play!
Join America at Play: Play Ball - (America's Library) Read stories about baseball – America’s national pastime.
Join America at Play: Seasonal Trips - (America’s Library) School holidays often mean vacations.
Jump Back in Time: June 21, 2003 - (America’s Library) This date marks the official beginning of summer.
Jump Back in Time: June 26, 1870 - (America’s Library) Visit the Atlantic City Boardwalk.
Jump Back in Time: September 5, 1882 - (America’s Library) Learn the history of the first Labor Day.
Springfield Summer Arts Festival(Ohio) - (Local Legacies) This annual event offers citizens five weeks of free summer entertainment.
Summer at Jones Beach (New York) - (Local Legacies) Jones Beach State Park draws over seven million visitors each year.
Summer Days - (Learning Page Activity) Solve the “Summer Days” puzzle in this Big Picture activity from the Learning Page.
Summer’s Here - (Wise Guide) June 21st marks the longest day of the year.
Why is it hot in the summer and cold in the winter? - (Science Mysteries) Find out about the causes of the seasons.
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