Category Archives: Celebrations

#MemorialDay was started by former slaves on May 1, 1865

On this date in 1865, former Black slaves started Memorial Day in America. This occurred in Charleston, SC to honor 257 dead Union Soldiers who had been buried in a mass grave in a Confederate prison camp. They dug up … Continue reading

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PRINCE |Open Thread

Have at it Family…. Sheila E., Prince Protege…. —————————————–

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The First Family Celebrate Easter Services in Alexandria Virginia

Broadcast live streaming video on Ustream

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First Lady Michelle Obama Remarks on International Women’s Day

What is International Women’s Day? International Women’s Day has been held on 8 March every year since 1913, and has been recognized by the United Nations since 1975. The UN says it’s a time to reflect on progress made, to … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday to First Lady Michelle Obama!

Birthday Greetings to our wonderful First Lady! You represent this country with grace, elegance, intelligence and beauty.

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Monday Open Thread

Happy Monday, Everyone! This week 3 Chics is featuring some of the stellar performances and tributes to the 2015 Kennedy Center Honorees. Today, it’s MS.Carole King ARETHA FRANKLIN Janelle Monae Sara Bareilles

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

WELCOME TO 2016!!! We here at 3CHICS wish you a very Happy New Year to all our posters, and lurkers. We hope that 2016 is a good year for all.

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Video & photos |President Obama & First Family at Lighting of National Christmas Tree

ICYMI1 So much happening. How about some Christmas JOY?

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Thursday Open Thread: HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

To everyone and their families from all of us at 3CHICS: HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

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3 Chics Celebrates Rikyrah | Happy Birthday, Rikyrah!

Please join 3 Chicspolitico in celebrating our QUEEN of BLOGGING Rikyrah! Rikyrah, here’s to another year in celebrating your loyalty, generous spirit, graciousness, intelligence and TRUTH-TELLING. Rikyrah is as loyal as they come. We met on Jack and Jill Politics … Continue reading

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