http://www.sheknows.com/ Wed, 22 May 2013 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960745/the-meaning-of-memorial-day Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kickoff of summer. It's also a time when family and friends get together for picnics and backyard barbecues. When celebrating Memorial Day weekend 2013 with your kids, don't forget to teach them about the meaning of the holiday. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960745/the-meaning-of-memorial-day Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Kori Ellis Wed, 22 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/990721/a-memorable-centerpiece-for-memorial-day Make your Memorial Day picnic or BBQ a bit more memorable by adding a few of these fun patterned-paper centerpieces to your table! Cheap, easy and cute — what's not to love about this DIY? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/990721/a-memorable-centerpiece-for-memorial-day Living Crafts Holiday crafts Claire Gallam Wed, 22 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/990661/5-shabby-chic-memorial-day-centerpiece-ideas Memorial Day is the official kickoff to summer, so why not celebrate with a fabulously decorated BBQ? Play off the low-key, casual theme of an outdoor party with one of these shabby chic DIY centerpieces. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/990661/5-shabby-chic-memorial-day-centerpiece-ideas Home Décor & Style Holiday and seasonal decor Claire Gallam Tue, 21 May 2013 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958837/memorial-day-staycation-ideas Memorial Day is just around the corner. If you're looking for clever — and inexpensive — ideas for ways to spend the long holiday weekend with your family, taking a staycation can be a great solution. Read on for some creative staycation ideas that will get your kids excited this Memorial Day. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/958837/memorial-day-staycation-ideas Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Lisa Steinke Fri, 17 May 2013 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960525/memorial-day-family-road-trip-tips Don't let Memorial Day weekend pass you by this year without planning a fun family road trip. It's not too late to put together a fabulous mini family vacay over the coming three-day weekend. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960525/memorial-day-family-road-trip-tips Parenting Family Fun Family Activities Molly Cerreta Smith Fri, 17 May 2013 09:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/993509/southern-memorial-day-barbecue-menu If there's one thing they know how to do in the South, it's to entertain. To pay homage to the fabulous fare of the deep Southern states, we've created this decadent, saucy, bourbon-fueled menu to fill up all your guests . http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/993509/southern-memorial-day-barbecue-menu Food & Recipes Entertaining Entertaining Menus & Recipes Claire Gallam Wed, 15 May 2013 10:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/959581/memorial-day-dessert-recipes Summer holidays deserve desserts that are knee-weakening delicious. Pull out all the stops for Memorial Day by making these indulgent dessert recipes, including black bottom candy bar pie, mini chocolate molten cakes and a strawberry ice cream cake. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/959581/memorial-day-dessert-recipes Food & Recipes Dessert Recipes Michele Borboa, MS Wed, 15 May 2013 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/989987/american-flag-memorial-day-crafts-for-kids Memorial Day is an important day of remembrance and patriotism. Help your children get into the patriotic spirit with these easy American flag crafts! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/989987/american-flag-memorial-day-crafts-for-kids Parenting Family Fun Crafts Amy Vowles Mon, 13 May 2013 11:45:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/990993/top-10-most-memorable-memorial-day-recipes Memorial Day is all about remembering, right? Here's a list of drinks, dips and dishes that should not be forgotten! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/990993/top-10-most-memorable-memorial-day-recipes Food & Recipes Kitchen & Cooking Tips Holiday & Seasonal Recipes Summer Recipes Emily Nichols Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/960731/what-to-wear-to-a-memorial-day-bbq Not only is summer upon us but so is Memorial Day, and it's the ultimate way to kick off BBQ season, so why not do it in style? Don't even worry about what to wear on Memorial Day -- we have the perfect outfit just for you below! http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/960731/what-to-wear-to-a-memorial-day-bbq Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Fashion News & Trends Brianna Martinez Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/960725/white-dresses-to-wear-on-memorial-day With summer upon us, it's the perfect time to bring out your white sundresses! What better way is there to kick off the summer than in a crisp color on Memorial Day? Check out our favorite white dresses that are perfect to wear on Memorial Day weekend. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/960725/white-dresses-to-wear-on-memorial-day Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Fashion News & Trends Brianna Martinez Wed, 23 May 2012 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/961129/patriotic-summer-fruit-tart-recipe This fun, easy summer fruit tart recipe is a perfect way to celebrate all the patriotic holidays of summer starting with Memorial Day. The best part is that it's no-bake so no need to heat up the oven! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/961129/patriotic-summer-fruit-tart-recipe Food & Recipes Dessert Recipes Brandy Clabaugh Wed, 23 May 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/961053/how-to-have-a-successful-memorial-day-party If you're thinking of having a party this Memorial Day, find out everything you need to know to make it a successful one! Ditch the stresses of party planning with this easy how-to guide. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/961053/how-to-have-a-successful-memorial-day-party How-To Home How-tos Entertaining How-tos Brianna Martinez Wed, 23 May 2012 07:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/961173/memorial-day-bbq-shopping-list If you're planning a delicious and festive Memorial Day BBQ, make sure you don't forget any essential items for your gathering. We just made it a whole lot easier for you with our BBQ shopping list! http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/961173/memorial-day-bbq-shopping-list Shopping Bargains, Savings & Shopping Tips Brianna Martinez Sun, 20 May 2012 02:38:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960607/memorial-day-menu-ideas-with-pizzazz Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff off to the summer party season and no one wants to get the season off to a boring start. Bring a little pizzazz to your Memorial Day bash with these fun menu ideas, guaranteed to start your summer off right. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960607/memorial-day-menu-ideas-with-pizzazz Food & Recipes Entertaining Whitney Coy Sun, 20 May 2012 01:28:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960575/unforgettable-summer-celebration-ideas-for-memorial-day Gathering friends and family for a summer celebration is an annual tradition that many try, but few pull off flawlessly. Between keeping guests entertained and fed, throwing a party can be a headache if you don’t have everything planned out and ready to go come party time. Here are a few party ideas that will keep your guests reminiscing about the celebration for years to come. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/960575/unforgettable-summer-celebration-ideas-for-memorial-day Food & Recipes Entertaining Christina Caldwell Thu, 17 May 2012 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/959505/how-to-celebrate-memorial-day-with-meaning Memorial Day is so much more than an extra day off and decorating your porch with red, white and blue. Taking the time to honor our many fallen heroes can make the day much more memorable. Choose one of these five activities to incorporate the true meaning of Memorial Day into your end-of-May plans. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/959505/how-to-celebrate-memorial-day-with-meaning Holidays & Seasons Jessica Watson Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959487/5-great-memorial-day-destinations This year, why not pack yourself up and head off for the long Memorial Day weekend? Leave your everyday responsibilities at home and enjoy every last minute of the weekend at one of our five favorite destinations. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959487/5-great-memorial-day-destinations Living Travel Nichole Beaudry Tue, 15 May 2012 17:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/959681/memorial-day-party-checklist Memorial Day allows us to show our respect and gratitude to the men and women who have lost their lives fighting for our country -- and is also considered the unofficial kickoff of summer fun. Celebrate Memorial Day this year by hosting a party for family and friends. These Memorial Day party planning tips and our handy checklist will make throwing a Memorial Day party a breeze. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/959681/memorial-day-party-checklist Holidays & Seasons Birthdays & Celebrations Party Planning Kori Ellis Tue, 15 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/814847/top-10-memorial-weekend-trips-1 Since Memorial weekend is all about ringing in the start of summer, well the unofficial start of summer we tried to find the best camping and beach destinations as well as some festivals and events happening over Memorial weekend! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/814847/top-10-memorial-weekend-trips-1 Living Travel Rebecca Waldron Tue, 15 May 2012 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/959435/memorial-day-cocktail-recipes Although the first day of summer isn't technically until June 20 this year, Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer for many people, myself included. It's the first, warm long weekend of the season and has many people digging out their grills, lawn furniture and bathing suits. To kick off the season and get your Memorial Day barbecue movin', whip up these deliciously cool and refreshing cocktails. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/959435/memorial-day-cocktail-recipes Food & Recipes Entertaining Wine & Drink Recipes Wine & Cocktail Recipes Claire Gallam