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Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a day to honor American servicemembers that gave their lives for this country. The holiday was originally known as Decoration Day and celebrated in the years following the American Civil War.
Jewish American Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month. During this month, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of American Jews.
National Bookmobile Day
April 10th is National Bookmobile Day. Bookmobiles are mobile libraries that transport books and other materials to locations within a community. The Yonkers Public Library used bookmobiles from 1930 to 2009.
The History Extra Podcast: Beware the Ides of March
“Beware the Ides of March!” was roughly the warning Gaius Julius Caesar received before he was assassinated on March 15, 44 BC.
The Great Hunger
The Great Hunger, also known as the Irish Potato Famine, began in Ireland in 1845 and ended in 1852.
The History Chicks: Women of the West
The History Chicks is a podcast about famous women throughout history. The hosts are Beckett Graham and Susan Vollenweider.
Revolutionary Blacks: Discovering the Frank Brothers, Freeborn Men of Color, Soldiers of Independence
On Saturday, February 24 at 10 AM at the Grinton I. Will Library, the Yonkers Public Library is hosting an author talk with Dr. Shirley L. Green. Dr.
History of the Super Bowl
Though the National Football League (NFL) was formed in 1920, the first Super Bowl was not held until forty-seven years later.
Happy Birthday Abraham Lincoln!
Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809 in Hardin County, Kentucky. His family moved to Indiana in 1816 and then to Illinois in 1830. He self taught himself the law and passed the Illinois bar to become a lawyer.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, January 15th. On this day, we celebrate the life and birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It is a day to remember and reflect on his work for the advancement of civil rights.
Quick and Dirty History-The Battle of New Orleans
Quick and Dirty History is a podcast about American history, on the go. Each week there is an episode about a different topic.