Since 1982, the International Day of Peace has begun with the ringing of the Peace Bell at the United Nations headquarters, New York.
Peace means so much more than an absence of war. More ordinary conflicts arise from disputes with family, colleagues and neighbours and these disturb our sense of peace. Making peace with one person today, even if it is just with yourself, is a fitting way to mark the day. Light a candle, reflect, forgive and enjoy being tranquil.
Parents, do you reward your children when they share toys and help each other? Learning how to solve disputes without aggression is a great way to enjoy peace day. A sponsored toddle can raise funds for peace charities and tire out the little ones. Bliss!
Peace needs building, not just celebrating. Make everyday your day of peace as you work towards harmony at home, school, work and in the community
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Word of the Day
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| Definition: | (noun) Dense vegetation consisting of stunted trees or bushes. | ||
| Synonyms: | chaparral, bush | ||
| Usage: | The hikers slowly made their way through the dense scrub and reached the campsite by nightfall. | ||
Idiom of the Day
be left to (one's) own devices— To be left unsupervised or uncontrolled; to be allowed to do as one pleases. |
History
"Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus" Editorial Is Published (1897)
| In 1897, eight-year-old Virginia O'Hanlon of New York City asked her father if Santa Claus was real. When he suggested that "if you see it in The Sun, it's so," she wrote to the newspaper and asked. Editor Francis Pharcellus Church's lengthy, touching reply became one of the most reprinted newspaper editorials in US history. "Alas! how dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus. It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias," wrote Church. |
Heike Kamerlingh Onnes (1853)
A Dutch physicist and professor at the University of Leiden, Onnes founded in 1884 a cryogenic laboratory that would become a renowned research center for low-temperature physics. He was the first to produce liquid helium, and in the process produced a temperature within a degree of absolute zero. He also discovered superconductivity—the abnormally high electrical conductivity of certain materials at very low temperatures.
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1784 - "The Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser" was published for the first time in Philadelphia. It was the first daily paper in America.
1893 - Frank Duryea took what is believed to be the first gasoline- powered automobile for a test drive. The "horseless carriage" was designed by Frank and Charles Duryea
1937 - J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" was first published.
1948 - Milton Berle debuted as the host of "The Texaco Star Theater" on NBC-TV. The show later became "The Milton Berle Show." Berle was the regular host until 1967.
1957 - "Perry Mason", the television series, made its debut on CBS-TV. The show was on for 9 years.
1961 - Antonio Abertondo swam the English Channel (in both directions) in 24 hours and 25 minutes.
1973 - Henry Kissinger was confirmed by the U.S. Senate to become 56th Secretary of State. He was the first naturalized citizen to hold the office of Secretary of State.
1981 - The U.S. Senate confirmed Sandra Day O'Connor to be the first female justice on the U.S. Supreme Court.
1996 - The board of all-male Virginia Military Institute voted to admit women.
2001 - "America: A Tribute to Heroes" was shown on 35 separate broadcast and cable networks simultaneously. The telethon raised $150 million in pledges to benefit families of the World Trade Center and Pentagon attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001. The pledges were made from September 21 through September 24, 2001.
If You Were Born Today, September 21
You are an exceptionally creative person. Once you learn to focus your energy on one or a few creative passions, you can go far. Disciplining yourself is not necessarily a problem–you tend to have so many ideas and talents that it can be hard to develop just one. Indecision is sometimes an issue. You are especially thoughtful and helpful. You are very likable, and others sense your warmth, or at the very least, they seem to know you have a lot to share. Your mind is sharp and you love to communicate! You may grow into this quality–beginning life as a quiet child and, over the years, you discover your voice. You easily attract admirers and you are willing to make huge sacrifices for the sake of love. Famous people born today: Faith Hill, H. G. Wells, Larry Hagman, Leonard Cohen, Stephen King, Cheryl Hines, Bill Murray, Ricki Lake, Nicole Richie, Maggie Grace.
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DEBUTED IN 1957 ...
The legal drama series Perry Mason originally broadcast on CBS television from
September 21, 1957, to May 22, 1966. The title character, a criminal defense
lawyer portrayed by Raymond Burr. Many episodes are based on stories written
by Erle Stanley Gardner.
Hollywood’s first weekly one-hour series filmed for television, Perry Mason is
one of TV’s longest-running and most successful legal series. In 1960, the series
Raymond William Stacy Burr (May 21, 1917 – September 12, 1993)
Filter Photo Festival 2017
Sep 21-24, 2017 | Chicago, IL
Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago|163 East Walton Place
Taking place in Chicago, Filter Photo Festival brings together professionals, students, educators, curators and artists for a series of events dedicated to photography. Forming a well-rounded community, festival guests from around the world take part in portfolio reviews, lectures, workshops and exhibitions, while connecting with people in their industry to share ideas and opportunities.
further information: Filter Photo Festival | Chicago, IL | Filter Photo Festival
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Resonance Music and Arts Festival 2017
Sep 21-23, 2017 | Thornville, OH
Legend Valley|7585 Kindle Rd
Featuring: STS9, Beats Antique, Yonder Mountain String Band, Wookiefoot, Phutureprimitive, Spafford, Amon Tobin / Two Fingers (DJ Set) & more. All Ages.
General Admission 3-Day Pass Tier 1: $150
VIP 3-Day Pass: $300
further information: Resonance Music & Arts Festival 2017
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International Day of Peace History
International Day of Peace seeks to promote peace among nations and peoples. Peace is recognized as both an innate state of being, and a dynamic evolutionary process wherein constructive growth can occur and the children of this and future generations may gain hope for a better world to inherit.
International Day of Peace was established by the United Nations in 1981. In 2002, the United Nationsdeclared it a permanent holiday. Through education and public awareness events, the UN endeavors to strengthen the ideals of peace among all of the world's inhabitants. International Day of Peace is observed on September 21st each year. On this day, the UN urges all hostilities to stop, worldwide.
International Day of Peace was established by the United Nations in 1981. In 2002, the United Nationsdeclared it a permanent holiday. Through education and public awareness events, the UN endeavors to strengthen the ideals of peace among all of the world's inhabitants. International Day of Peace is observed on September 21st each year. On this day, the UN urges all hostilities to stop, worldwide.
International Day of Peace Facts & Quotes
- The United Nations and associated agencies and staff have received the Nobel Peace Prize 10 times in the last 60 years.
- In 1945, the United Nations was formed based upon the worldwide desire for peace. This came after the most destructive war in the history of mankind - World War II.
- On International Day of Peace day, the UN Secretary-General rings a bell made from the coins donated by 60 countries and holds a special ceremony to observe this special day.
Peace cannot be kept by force; it can only be achieved by understanding
- Albert EinsteinIt is not enough to teach children how to read, write and count. Education has to cultivate mutual respect for others and the world in which we live, and help people forge more just, inclusive and peaceful societies.
- UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon on the 100-day countdown message to the International Day of Peace.
International Day of Peace Top Events and Things to Do
- Visit the United Nations in New York City.
- Plant a peace tree. The LEAF International Organization helps schools around the globe plant trees for peace and prepare for a more sustainable future.
- Watch a movie about peace building. Some good suggestions: A Force More Powerful, Little Town of Bethlehem and The Imam and the Pastor.
- Light a candle at dusk in support of world peace.
- Practice peaceful resolution and problem solving skills in your daily interpersonal interactions.
Charlottenburg Palace is a large palace in Charlottenburg, a part of the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf borough of Berlin, Germany. The palace was built at the end of the 17th century and expanded during the 18th century. It includes much exotic internal decoration in baroque and rococo styles. It was badly damaged during the Second World War, but has since been reconstructed, becoming a major tourist attraction.
THE BRITISH LIBRARY HAS FULLY DIGITIZED 570 PAGES OF LEONARDO DA VINCI'S VISIONARY NOTEBOOKS
A fascinating glimpse into one of the most brilliant minds in human history
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Aqua Waves Wrap pattern by Jennifer Jones
This shawl is knit side-to-side with the lace edging knit at the same time. It’s a good beginner lace project, the edging only has pattern stitches on the right-sid...
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Miss Lemon pattern by Heidi Alander
Miss Felicity Lemon is a charachter in Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot books. In the books she is described as ugly but efficient secretary of Hercule Poirot. In t...
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Nom de Plume pattern by Teresa Gregorio
Nom de Plume are a set of intarsia armwarmers and legwarmers, knit flat and seamed at the end to create a whimsical, feathery way to keep your limbs nice and toasty...
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7-Can Soup
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Ingredients
Directions
Empty the corn, chili, kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, tomatoes and tomatoes with green chiles, liquid included, into a large pot over high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes to bring all the flavors together. Add salt and pepper as needed.
Dice the cheese and stir it into the soup until melted. Serve immediately.
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personalized shoelaces! It’s something that is so easy..but so much fun!
You just need some shoelaces (found at the dollar store) and some sharpies!
think of a fun design…and just color it in how you want it! polka dots, zig zags, abcs, anything goes!
here is what my 10 year old came up with…
her shoes are bright so she colored them to match!
Gray Wolves Jigsaw Puzzle
WORD SEARCH
| alone assurance astir auto cinch clang clever cool create decide dross | ease faint funds gasket group haunt heart heedless hence | intrepid lost major money nerve nimble | opal overt pontoon punch recent relax resolution round | separation tots trod twirl voter yodel |
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nope .. i didn't do well .. but ranked 4th anyway .. you?
AMAZING PHOTOS
1. Triumphant dog sitting atop a gun surrounded by gunners, France, during World War 1
Perched atop a howitzer, this dog is photographed surrounded by the regiment of which he was mascot. It was not uncommon for gunner regiments to keep pet dogs and cats on the front line for morale.
2. Tsar Nicholas and friend (1899)
In this photograph, Tsar Nicholas II is shown goofing off with a friend. It’s a moment of levity not commonly found in photographs of the man. Tsar Nicholas II was the last emperor of Russia, and was brutally murdered along with his family.
3. The rather luxurious seating area of the submarine, The Protector, in 1902
The Protector was?built by the Lake Torpedo Boat Company. It was the pioneer Submarine Torpedo Boat of the Lake level-keel type, and this photograph shows the seating arrangements within.
4. Native American couple, Situwuka and Katkwachsnea in 1912
This photograph is a picture of Louis Shotridge, a Tlingit native from Klukwan, Alaska. Pictured with him is his wife Florence, of the Lukaaz.adi clan.
5. Camp Commandant Amon Goeth, infamous from the movie “Schindler’s List”, on the balcony of his house overlooking Plaszow labor camp, Poland . 1943-44.
Amon Goeth was the commandant of the Krakow-Plaszow concentration camp for the majority of its existence during World War II. After the war, he was tried as a war criminal and found guilty of many heinous acts. He was executed not far from the site of the former concentration camp.
6. Sydney Opera House under construction 1966
Construction began on the Sydney Opera House in 1958, led by designer Jorn Utzon. The building officially opened in 1973, after many cost and scheduling issues during construction. Today, the Sydney Opera House is known as one of the most distinctive buildings of the 20th century.
7. Children for sale in Chicago , 1948. Some parents sold their children due to poverty
This photograph is of Lana, Rae, Milton, and Sue Ellen Chalifoux, of Chicago, Illinois. Their parents, Ray and Lucille, were unable to feed and care for them due to financial difficulties. This ultimately led to their decision to sell the children. Rae and Sue Ellen were reunited for the first time in 2013.
8. Union prisoners receive rations at Fort Sumter in 1864
During the Civil War, prisoners would often conceal the death of prisoners for as long as possible in order to still receive the dead man’s rations. Prisoners of war had many tactics to attempt escape or secure more rations, as with any other war in history.
9. A rescue boat comes alongside the crippled USS West Virginia shortly after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941
The attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 took everyone completely by surprise. It took a considerable amount of time to deal with the damage. In this photograph, a rescue boat is attempting to reach the USS West Virginia, which was crippled in the attack. Many of the United States’ warships were damaged or destroyed.
10. Two childhood friends unexpectedly reunite on opposite sides of a demonstration in 1972.
In this photograph, workers from the company Joint Francais were on strike in the town of Saint-Brieuc, in Brittany. CRS, French riot police, were sent in to handle the problem. The photo is of Guy Burmieux, a protestor, coming face-to-face with a childhood friend, Jean-Yvon Antignac, a riot policeman.
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