June

The Rainbow Flag flies high this month. It waves above crowds celebrating all around the world. Its colors speak to individual hearts and minds. Regardless of how we define ourselves, the flag inspires us to always be true to who we are. There was a time before Pride Month when that could get complicated. Little […]

You don’t need an excuse these days. You might do it for purely aesthetic reasons. It could be a way to express your eternally non-conforming spirit. If you have already done it, you are well on your way to celebrating International Body Piercing Day this June 28. There was a time when you did it […]

We only get three months? That’s just not fair. It starts near the end of June and ends near the end of September. That’s not enough time but arguing with an almanac pinned to the wall is pointless. The weather is beautiful before June, so pretending it starts early is easy enough. With a bit […]

Juneteenth is a summer celebration with an unusual backstory. If you are not familiar with its history, consider this: Imagine getting news that instantly changes your life for the better and makes the future infinitely brighter for your children and their children. Now, imagine getting that news more than two years late. That is how […]

If you have never done it before, it’s time to get your feet wet. If you already love the sport, get ready to wade in deep. On June 18, Go Fishing Day lands on our calendars with a splash. What drives people from all walks of life to cast their luck into ponds, lakes, rivers, […]

It is good they get smarter every day because they hold the world’s future in their small hands. It is good we have a place in their lives because they need our love and protection. National Children’s Day, recognized the second Sunday in June, is their special date on the calendar and its observance has […]