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History Makers
From athletes, to writers, musicians, and actors, these are the history makers of the past and present that make up Black History.
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| Hank Aaron One of Major League Baseball's greatest players. |
| Maya Angelou A writer and poet, her work has been recognized throughout the world. |
| Halle Berry The first African-American woman to ever win an Academy Award for Best Actress. |
| Ray Charles An American pianist, singer, and songwriter who shaped the sound of rhythm and blues. |
| Aretha Franklin Known as the 'Queen of Soul', Franklin has mastered the many genres of music, including jazz, rock, blues, pop, R&B and gospel. |
| Jimi Hendrix Was one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. |
| Michael Jackson The greatest pop icon of the 20th century. |
| Michael Jordan The most infamous basketball player of all time. |
| Martin Luther King Jr. An influential and pivotal leader during the Civil Rights Movement. A national holiday is recognized for his achievements. |
| Jackie Joyner-Kersee One of the greatest female athletes of all time. |
| Barack Obama The current president of the United States of America, and the only African American to ever hold the position. |
| Rosa Parks A pioneer in the Civil Rights Movement, Parks was later called the "Mother of the Modern-Day Civil Rights Movement" by the U.S. Congress. |
| Jackie Robinson The first African-American Major League Baseball player of the modern era. |
| Clarence Thomas The second African American elected to the United States Supreme Court; was named the 106th Associate Justice of the Supreme Court in 1991. |
| Harriet Tubman She was an abolitionist, humanitarian, and Union spy during the U.S. Civil War; her work and efforts saved countless men and women through the Underground Railroad. |
| Denzel Washington The second African American man to win the Academy Award for Best Actor. |
| Stevie Wonder An African American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer. His work is world-renowned. |
| Tiger Woods Professional golfer whose achievements rank him among the most successful golfers of all time. |
Winter Travel
Interested in a little getaway this winter? Check out some snowy sites that are sure to bring you and your family joy this season.
Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Bike along the Truckee River, hop on a carriage ride, or visit Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum!
Stowe, Vermont
Check out the home of Ben and Jerry, at the Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Factory, visit the Cold Hollow Cider Mill, or tempt your taste buds with Laughing Moon Chocolates.
Denver, Colorado
See Mile High Stadium, up close and personal, visit the Children's Museum of Denver, or just enjoy the beauty and shopping of the downtown area.
Sun Valley, Idaho
Do some fly fishing with Silver Creek Outfitters, hike or bike at Sun Valley White Clouds, or go indoors and take up some bowling at Sun Valley Lodge.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Visit the largest mall in America ... the Mall of America! With more than 500 stores, an indoor theme park, aquarium, and a miniature golf course, it will be a sure hit for the whole family!
Check out some other fun destinations and more about the destinations above here!
All About Sledding!
- Properly dressed?- Is the sled cracked or damaged?
- Feet first!
- Wear Layers
- Buddy system!
- Purchase the best sled.
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