Memorial Day

It's been a strange Winter and Spring here in the Northland hasn't it? I had a bet the lake would not be totally open until May 15th. I lost the bet, it opened on the 14th. Most of the boaters figured the docks would be out perhaps as early as the 18th, but due to circumstances beyond our control (don't you just love when people say that), two of the three weren't installed until yesterday. Last weekend we had several boaters unload their boats from the trailer, push them out into the water, jump aboard and away they went.

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Memorial Day is known as the unofficial start of grilling season.

So does that mean you will be firing up your barbecue come May 28?

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On Memorial Day, we commemorate all the U.S. soldiers who've died while serving our country. With so many of our servicemen and women currently on dangerous overseas assignments, it's also a time to think about their sacrifice, and the sacrifice of their families back home.

In these videos, families of soldiers get the surprise and relief of a lifetime when their loved ones return home from duty unannounced. You'll really want to grab a box of tissues before watching.

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While summer doesn't officially start until June 21, Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning to the hottest season at the movies.

Summer loses some of its meaning when you're an adult, since it no longer comes with a moths-long break from the grind.

Nevertheless, we can all still enjoy a good movie about summer vacations. After the jump, check out eight of our favorites.

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Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of barbecue season and will find many Americans firing up the grill this holiday weekend.

Part of the beauty of grilling is its simplicity. But that shouldn't mean you can't improve your grill repertoire or technique.

We've compiled a list of recipes and tips that can help you become a master of the open flame.

Check them out after the jump.

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Many consider Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial start of Summer and of course while we are enjoying time with our family and friends, remember all the Veterans that make it possible.  Get ready for a weekend of fun and remembrance, here are 5 things to do this long weekend.

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In honor of Memorial Day, and all the barbecuing that will take place during the three-day weekend, we've compiled a gallery of handmade aprons from craft site Etsy that are sure to let everyone know who's boss of the grill.

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Since we can’t spend the entire Memorial Day weekend barbecuing, many Americans observe the day by hopping over to the local cinema to take in a blockbuster movie and some free air conditioning.

Memorial Day 2011 boasts some great flicks, from the Kenneth Branagh-directed treatment of "Thor" to the much-anticipated sequel to "The Hangover" to Woody Allen's first critical hit in years, "Midnight in Paris." Here's your guide to what will being playing in theaters over the holiday weekend.

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