18th Century: The Birth of Independence Day The tradition of celebrating July 4th dates back to the American Revolution. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, proclaiming the thirteen American colonies’ separation from Britain. The first celebrations occurred shortly thereafter. In 1777, Philadelphia marked the first anniversary with bonfires, bells, […]
Flag Day, observed annually on June 14th in the United States, commemorates the adoption of the American flag. The origins of Flag Day can be traced back to 1777, when the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution on June 14th, officially adopting the Stars and Stripes as the national flag. This resolution declared, “Resolved, That […]
Memorial Day in the United States has its roots in the aftermath of the Civil War. Originally called Decoration Day, it was established to honor Union soldiers who died during the conflict. The first recognized observance occurred on May 30, 1868, marked by placing flowers on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington […]
As Memorial Day approaches, it brings with it the promise of warm weather, outdoor gatherings, and delicious barbecues. This holiday is a time to honor and remember those who have sacrificed for their country, and it’s also a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family. One way to add a unique twist […]
Easter is almost here, so the Easter Bunny will be visiting homes around Rock Hill, leaving baskets of goodies for the kids. We take the little egg-bearing rabbit for granted, but how exactly did a cute bunny become associated with this most important of Christian holidays? Here’s a brief history of the Easter Bunny to […]
It’s almost time for the wearing of the green in Rock Hill. Before celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this year, take time to read a little bit of the history of the holiday. St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated annually on March 17th, is a cultural and religious holiday honoring the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick. The […]
Rock Hill’s Old Town St. Patrick’s Day Festival will take place on Saturday, March 9th this year. That gives you plenty of time to make a traditional corned beef meal on the holiday itself. Corned beef has become associated with St. Patrick’s Day, particularly in the United States. The tradition dates back to Irish immigrants […]
Love is in the air all around Rock Hill. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so let’s take a quick look at the history of this holiday. Remember the Date! Don’t let this one slip past! Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, is observed on February 14 each year. Roman Roots Its […]
Happy New Year from all of us here at the Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company! Let’s take a look at New Year’s celebrations through time. The celebration of New Year’s in the United States has a rich history, marked by a blend of various cultural influences and traditions. Here’s a brief overview: Colonial Era The […]
With Christmas just around the corner, we all need some recipes that feel like the holidays, but aren’t necessarily designed to feed a crowd gathered for a feast. Sometimes we just need a simple meal for a regular weekday. These meals need to be relatively quick and easy, without a lot of undue fuss or […]