Cherri's Korner

How do you celebrate Memorial Day with your kids? Here is are few things you can do to celebrate Memorial Day in Minneota with your kids: First of all, explain to your family what Memorial Day is really about.

“First celebrated in 1868 when a Union general declared May 30 as the day to decorate the graves of fallen Civil War soldiers, after World War I Memorial Day became a holiday to honor Americans who died fighting in any war.

In 1971, President Richard Nixon declared the last Monday of May as a federal holiday to honor the men and women who died while serving in any branch of the armed forces in all wars.” (Parents.com)

You can attend one of the Memorial services in Taunton or Minneota.

Honor your veterans by getting your Auxiliary Poppy. (There are some at the Minneota Mascot and at different locations in Minneota and Taunton.)

Participate in the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m. local time on Monday, May 28.

You can also make a fun dessert like:

Star-Spangled Parfait

Colorful layers of flavored gelatin and whipped cream gives this light and tasty dessert its banner good looks.

For four servings, make one box each of red and blue gelatin according to the package directions.

In tall, clear glasses, alternate layers of red gelatin and whipped topping. T

op with the blue gelatin. (For the fruity version, substitute raspberries and blueberries.) Finish with a slice of star fruit.

Have a great and safe Memorial Day Weekend!