Labor Day was first celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882. It was created by the Central Labor Union of New York, and its purpose was to honor the American worker and create a day off for working citizens. In 1884, Labor Day was declared a federal holiday. Congress moved it to the first Monday in September, and designated it as a yearly tribute to the American Workers who have contributed so much to the strength, prosperity and well being of our country.
You’ve made it through the highs and lows of an unusual spring and summer, and just as youre getting settled into an undoubtedly new school routine, its time to celebrate Labor Day! You’re likely no stranger to labor these days. The extra cooking, cleaning, and parenting required with staying closer to home means that this year you deserve a fun holiday more than ever.
The great news is that many stores and restaurants are already closed, so on Labor Day, you might end up having a holiday that feels more normal than you think. You could plan a barbecue and cook up some of the best grilling recipes and easy summer desserts and play an array of outdoor games suitable for all ages.
Feel like your normal labor day weekend? Maybe and maybe not but one thing for sure we can celebrate!
This just might be your last attempt for summer fun and what do kids love during the summer WATER that’s right WATER!
Little kids love running through a sprinkler for a good reason it is HOT we have been experiencing record high temps around the country and so This Labor Day, get in touch with your inner child and join them for a run through or two and just try to keep that delighted smile off your face.
Many community pools across the country are allowing you to take your last dip of the season while practicing social distancing and caution. Depending on where you live, the community pool is probably going to close some time shortly after Labor Day, if they have not already. So suit up and hit the high dive because it’ll be awhile before you can show off that world-famous cannonball again.
Spend Labor Day the way our forefathers would have wanted tossing beanbags into tiny holes with a store bought or a homemade cornhole board.
Wait until the cool of the late afternoon when the lighting is just right and set up an outdoor movie theater. Add cozy seating on your lawn with floor cushions and blankets. If you want to go all out pack a basket with popcorn, your favorite candy, and beverage you can even string up light for extra ambiance.
Did you know that gadgets and appliances are usually on sale around Labor Day? Now you have the perfect excuse to buy that grill you have been eye-balling all summer. You need it for the holiday barbecue.
Throw a Hot Dog Cookout. You don’t get more American than hot dogs, friends. Serve up a side of beans cooked up in a U.S.-made cast-iron skillet, and you’ve got the perfect dinner menu for Labor Day.
What better way to celebrate an all-American holiday than by tuning in to a baseball game? While Major League baseball games don’t have fans at the moment, you can host a watch party at home and snack on hot dogs, peanuts, Cracker Jacks, and your favorite beverage.
Toast summer goodbye with a bubbly ginger ale a blend of fresh fruits and juices, to enjoy a variety of other refreshing non alcoholic summer cocktails the whole family will love!
Teach little ones the concept of hard work and delicious rewards with a homemade ice cream session this Labor Day. Host an Ice-Cream Social kids and adults alike will line up to make soda and scoop pairings like cola and cherry ice cream, root beer and vanilla ice cream, or really any combo you can imagine!
Sometimes it’s nice to commune with nature especially when you’re trying to forget the demands of the office for a bit. Home away from home camping or you can just set up camp right in the backyard. Take advantage of that no-school, no-work Monday with a Sunday-night sleepover under the stars. Sure, you could go to a campground, but why do that when you can “rough it” and still enjoy the comforts of home (hello kitchen, hello bathrooms!) when necessary.
Fire up some Labor Day S’Mores. Don’t be afraid to put your own spin on the traditional s’more! These massive s’mores are made with a variety of cookies!, (chocolate chip, wafer cookies, and graham crackers), lots of chocolate, and of course, marshmallows.
Set up a pretty backyard picnic. No need to come up with an excuse to avoid the teeming crowds at popular picnic spots! Hang out (worry free!) in your own backyard with an easy picnic setup. The best part about being that close to your house is that you can bring out some of your prettier pieces without fear of them getting broken in transit.
And last but certainly not least.. with an extra day off work means you can finally get to those house projects you’ve been putting off all summer.
Easy day-jobs include painting a room, organizing your closet, or getting ready for the fall weather that will soon be approaching, some can only hope.
Enjoy the last few days of summer weather by spending the night under the stars. Pack up the car for a weekend escape away to the city, to the beach, lake, or nearest campground away from the city lights so that you can bask in the glory of the clear beautiful night sky.
So, what are your plans for the Labor Day weekend? We hope you enjoy it with those you love!
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