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Government
23 Facts About Flag Day
Today is Flag Day, and to honor the occasion we offer up these facts about our own American flag: Only the president and governors of a state can order flags on government buildings ...
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Summer
Flag Day and the National Flag Code
Did you know that there were no federal or state regulations about the display of the United States Flag before 1923? That was the year that the National Flag Code was adopted by the ...
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The Neighborhood Files
This Weekend: Ladies Spa Day in Wentzville
As we head into the weekend, Patch rounds up a list of events going on in St. Charles County. Ladies Spa Day in Wentzville When/Where? Saturday, June 16 at 9 a.m. at Wentzville ...
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Summer
St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival Set for This Weekend
Beer lovers unite! Friday kicks off the Sixth Annual St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival, where visitors can sample more than 75 different beers from local breweries. The 21-and-over...
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Arts
James Patterson's 2012 Summer Reading Guides
Want to get your kids reading this summer? Looking for some titles that will keep them interested? We asked James Patterson, the award-winning author who had 19 consecutive No. 1 New...
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News
Summer Reading Lists for Preschoolers and Kids Ages 2-7
Looking for a great book to read this summer? This list of illustrated books for kids ages 2 to 7 is so much fun. Plus it includes books young readers can start to read TO you! Read one, ...
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News
Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 8-12
Looking for a great book to read this summer? This list of books has something for everyone – adventure, magic, smart kids, and amazing kids. Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thought...
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News
Summer Reading Lists for Kids Ages 6-9
Looking for a great book to read with your kids this summer? This list will help you transition from illustrated kids books to books your kids will love to read independently. Read one, o...