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\"Labor<\/a>The Workman\u2019s Holiday<\/span> ~ Dedicated in honor of the worker, Labor Day is also known as the “workingman’s holiday”. The holiday is dedicated to all workers in the United States in respect and appreciation for the work they do in or outside of the home, union or non-union, big companies and small companies and au pairs too.\u00a0 As long as you work somewhere at something, this holiday is for you! It is a day to celebrate your contribution to American working life and the work you do.<\/p>\n

Was it McGuire or Maguire? Either Peter McGuire or Matthew Maguire is the Creator of Labor Day. Peter J. McGuire, was an active labor organizer. He was also general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and a co-founder of the American Federation of Labor. He was believed to be the first to suggest a day be dedicated to American workers and their accomplishments. Matthew Maguire however, was secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York in 1882 and many believed that he proposed the holiday in 1882.<\/p>\n

The First Labor Day<\/span> ~ The first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on September 5, 1882 and was started by the Central Labor Union in New York City. In 1884, it was moved to the first Monday in September where it is celebrated today. Labor Day quickly became popular and one state after another voted it as a holiday. On June 28, 1894, the U.S. congress voted it a national holiday.<\/p>\n

So What do Americans eat on Labor Day?<\/span> Picnics and barbecues are popular ways to celebrate Labor Day. Old standards are hamburgers, corn dogs, coleslaw, potato salad corn on the cob, baked beans and sliced tomatoes. Finish up with sliced watermelon, apple or blueberry pie and freshly churned ice cream. Sound good? Want to try a recipe?<\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.whats4eats.com\/salads\/potato-salad-recipe<\/a><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.whats4eats.com\/salads\/sweet-coleslaw-recipe<\/a><\/p>\n

http:\/\/www.whats4eats.com\/desserts\/blueberry-pie-recipe<\/a><\/p>\n

What can you do with the kids on Labor Day?<\/span> Schools are usually closed on labor day so the children are home for the day. Generally Americans love long weekends and it is an extra special time for families to be together. Join in and be part of the family activities. Enjoy your first Labor Day Weekend in the United States. If you recently arrived this is a great weekend to bond with the kids and get to know them. Go for a bike ride, play in the back yard, go to the park or enjoy the beach and the pool before the fall weather arrives. For indoor quiet activities try these:<\/p>\n

Click here for Labor Day coloring pages: <\/span>http:\/\/www.apples4theteacher.com\/coloring-pages\/labor-day\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Click here for Labor Day short stories for children: <\/span>http:\/\/www.apples4theteacher.com\/holidays\/labor-day\/short-stories\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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