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137 Years of Labor Day Celebrations

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Today, Labor Day celebrations include picnics, barbecues, weekend sales and three-day vacations. This fun-filled weekend often includes delicious food, great drinks and good times shared with friends and family.

However, Labor Day celebrations didn’t always look this way. In fact, it all started with a protest for better working conditions in the late 1800s. On September 5th, 1882, the Central Labor Union led 10,000 Americans in a march for labor rights from New York’s City Hall to an uptown Manhattan.

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Kid-Friendly Pineapple Crafts

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Give busy little hands a fun and fruity project with these kid-friendly pineapple crafts. Perfect for after school or to mix-up a weekend afternoon, we’ve rounded up crafts inspired by the queen fruit to try out this back-to-school season. Your little one will be proud of their tropical creation! Pair these fun activities with sweet pineapple snacks for a guaranteed fun time.

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Superfood Pineapple Smoothie Recipes

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Dating back to ancient healing practices and Native American medicine, pineapples have long been regarded as a pain-relieving, energy-boosting, anti-inflammatory power fruit. Packed with vitamin C, manganese, and the protein bromelain, they help fight disease and improve digestion. Want to bundle all of these health and wellness properties into one quick sip? Try one of these three healthy superfood pineapple smoothie recipes to start your day off right or recharge after a long workout!

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How to Throw the Perfect Pineapple End of Summer BBQ

Grilled Pineapple Galore: A Sweet Goodbye

We’re all sad to see summer go, but what better way to end the season than with a celebration of all the great sunny times you’ve had? With a few pineapples at hand, you can create the perfect end of summer BBQ party with all your loved ones for an unforgettable night. We’ve got a few ideas to spark up that pineapple party fever, and we all know you can never have too much pineapple. To get this party started, you need a sweet backyard, a BBQ grill master (master level optional), lots of drinks and all the best people that need a little summer celebration to look forward to.

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The Power of Pineapple: Health Benefits

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The many wondrous health benefits of pineapple may be more interesting than you think. With its powerful enzymes and many nutrients, the sweet pineapple is more than just a decorative fruit or drink garnish. In fact, this prickly fruit packs surprising health benefits. It has anti-inflammatory and good digestive qualities, antioxidants and immune support, pain-relieving properties and the power to prevent vision loss. Let’s not forget this fruit also contains a therapeutic, healing enzyme called Bromelain that has been used for centuries as medicine.

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Perfect Pineapple Pool Party

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Bright yellow and bursting with flavor, Chestnut Hill Farms pineapples embody everything that makes summer so fun! They are not only light and refreshing for a hot sunny day, but they’re also chockful of nutrients and compounds that will fuel your health. With school out and the summer solstice past, we are spending more and more time by the pool and at the beach. The Chestnut Hill Farms perfect pineapple is a sweet way to cool off and satisfy your summer needs, no matter where the season takes you.

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The Summer of Pineapple


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Cool Off, Relax and Unwind with Summer Pineapple Treats

Summer has arrived and pineapple season is in full swing. Sweet, fresh pineapple may be the perfect snack to bring to the beach, but our favorite prickly fruit can reach beyond a simple afternoon treat. Check out our summer pineapple recipe round-up to find out how the queen fruit can help you cool off, relax and unwind this summer.

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A Bright and Cheery Mother’s Day Gift

Make Mom’s Day with Unique Treats

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It’s time to treat mom to something special and find the ultimate Mother’s Day gift. Deciding on the perfect gift can be a daunting task! Your mom gave you the gift of life. Over the years, she gifted thoughtful birthday presents, homecooked meals and (sometimes unheeded) words of advice.

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DIY Pineapple-Mint Infused Water

A Refreshing Warm Weather Treat

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Looking for an extra delicious way to stay hydrated? Pineapple-Mint infused water is a smooth sip of summer in a glass. Easy to make, pineapple water is perfect for outdoor entertaining and is packed with health benefits!

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Slam Dunk March Madness Recipes

Game-time Snack Recipes that Will Have You Cheering for More

March Madness is a time of year when basketball fans fill out their brackets and get ready to cheer on the top teams in the country to see who will out-hoop the rest. All of the top college teams in the country have one goal: playing in the Final Four at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

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