For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

Across the country on January 9th each year, citizens take the lead to show support on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Law Enforcement Officers of every rank and file have chosen a profession that puts their life on the line every day for their communities. They’ve answered a call ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of blacks in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other ...

Heart Disease: It Can Happen at Any Age Father and daughter exercising Heart disease doesn’t happen just to older adults. It is happening to younger adults more and more often. This is partly because the conditions that lead to heart disease are happening at younger ages. February is Heart Month, the perfect ...

Every year during the first full week of February, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) celebrate their anniversary. The Boy Scouts of America is one of the largest scouting organizations in the country. They are also one of the largest youth organizations in the United States. Over 2 million youths participate ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

Every year March is designated Women’s History Month by Presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. Did You Know? Women’s History Month started as Women’s History Week Women’s History Month began as a local celebration in Santa Rosa, California. The Education Task Force of the ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29 honors the men and women who served and sacrificed during the longest conflict in United States history. On March 29, 1973, combat and combat support units withdrew from South Vietnam. Generations later, Veterans of this time period are gaining the respect that was ...

National Cancer Control Month, observed in April, highlights the goal of many cancer prevention organizations and governments, which is to raise awareness about this disease all over the world. National Cancer Control Month is a time to rededicate ourselves to efforts to prevent cancer and its treatment complications. The goal for ...

The birthday of Thomas Jefferson, who was the United States' third president, is an annual national legal observance on April 13 . He was the principal author of the U.S. Declaration of Independence and is known as one of the country's founding fathers.

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

Each year on April 22nd, National Earth Day campaigns around the globe promote ways to save the Earth. Since its inception, the organizers promote events educating the public about a variety of subjects including: climate change air pollution water pollution ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

National Learn to Swim Day on the third Saturday in May is dedicated to educating parents and children about water safety. Before Memorial Day Weekend and the start of summer, it is an annual opportunity for families to learn the importance and benefits of learning to swim. There are remarkable benefits ...

Every year on June 14th, the United States Army celebrates its creation in 1775. Formed from amateur troops of volunteer soldiers defending colonies against British tyranny, the oldest military force in the United States began before the U.S. formally existed. Their forces consisted of mostly inexperienced militiamen commanded by independent colonial ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

Every day, in communities across the country, the people of parks and recreation are providing essential services and making their communities better places to live, work and play. Because of their critical work, NRPA wants to shift the narrative of parks and recreation — and we can't think of a ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. Use these resources https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/events/niam/index.html to assist you in communicating to healthcare professionals, parents, and patients about immunization during August and throughout the year.

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a good time to get your blood cholesterol checked and take steps to lower it if it is high. National Cholesterol Education Month is also a good time to learn about lipid profiles and about food and lifestyle choices that help you reach personal ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

On September 29th, National VFW Day honors the men and women devoted to this valuable organization and those members who have served our nation. Members of the VFW today hold a long-standing history of volunteerism in their communities. Not only have they served their country, but they continue to serve ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

National Doughnut Day on November 5th is one of two observed by doughnut lovers across the nation. The first Friday in June is the other day doughnuts steal the bakery case spotlight ready to tease their way into white bakery box home! History disputes the origin of the doughnut. One theory ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...

For information about Scouting programs locally visit https://beascout.scouting.org/ Why Scouting? For more than 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting ...