Mothers Day Gift: Her Life Story in a Video Memoir
This year give Mom the Mothers Day gift of a lifetime. Capture her life story, family history and life lessons in a Video Memoir for the family to know!
Holidays
5 Great Gifts for Grandparents
Are you looking for a truly special gift for a grandparent? One that goes beyond the latest gadget, coffee table book, scarf or wallet? Check out these great gift ideas your grandparent is sure to love.
Family Recipes
The art of cooking and perfecting coveted recipes is underappreciated these days. Decades ago, families used to cook meals together. Centuries ago, the preparation of the main family meal was a daylong custom with many participants to remember the steps and ingredients, it was part of their legacy. Keep the flavors of your family alive by recording your favorite recipes.
Family History Activities
See 10 Family History Activities the entire family – from grandparents to grandchildren – can do together. Discover what makes your family unique.
Showtime: Presenting Your Legacy Video
Showtime! Whether presenting a grandparent’s Life Story or your Family History, here are 7 great ways to present your Family Legacy Video.
The History of Grandparents Day
Grandparents Day, celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day, was not started by Hallmark as many of us might believe. It was through the efforts of one very dedicated woman, Marian McQuade.
History of Labor Day
Labor Day is a classic holiday in the United States. Thought of as a wonderful time in September to share family cookouts, college football, and the end of summer, the origins of Labor Day are not well-known to most people. It began in a time when the U.S. was competing fiercely with England and other European countries to increase manufacturing, and honored the men and women that labored every day to put their nation on top of the world economically.
4th of July Activities
Whether you trace your family roots back to the Revolutionary War or your parents were first-generation Americans, getting together with family is a great way to celebrate the 4th of July. Try some of these fun ideas for activities that will engage the whole group, from the toddlers to the octogenarians.