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🌟𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲! As financial advisors, we think there’s no better way to celebrate this day than by sharing an overview of the numbers that shape our celebratory experiences: 🍴$9.5 billion - The estimated amount Americans spent on 4th of July food in 2023 — about $93.34 per person. 🌭 150 million - The number of hot dogs consumed each 4th of July — enough to stretch from D.C. to L.A. more than five times. It’s also the number of American flags sold in the U.S. each. 📺2 million - The number of people who tuned in to watch 2023 Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest champs Miki Sudo and Joey Chestnut consume 102 hot dogs combined. 🍻$3 billion - The estimated amount of dollars Americans spent on beer and wine for the Fourth of July in 2023. If you partake, just remember to enjoy responsibly! 🎇$2.3 billion - The total U.S. consumers spent on fireworks in 2023. 🚗50.7 million - The number of people who traveled 50+ miles from home for the 4th of July, up 4% from 2022. Whether your day includes travel, hot dogs and hamburgers, fireworks — or something else entirely — we’re wishing you a day filled with fun and relaxation! #happy4th #independenceday #grateful

We KNOW how much we all love sweet summer treats! Thanks for the feedback spotlighting The Dash Inn, now let's move on to Main Street Treats! Another favorite stop amongst locals for a refreshing summertime treat while you hang out on the parklet and just enjoy downtown! Tell us your favorite flavor of ice cream or your favorite treats you like to get from them! #mainstreettreats #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinesssupportingsmallbusiness Natalie Day

Showing up to make a difference! A shocking number of young women in our region do not have access to basic menstrual supplies. We are working hard as a community to fill this need. The goal is to eradicate the need. Watch us! When we all run together in the same direction, there is no stopping us! Little Black Book: Women in Business

Here's your reminder that Easter is THIS month! If you're looking for a couple of ideas on how to make the most of having visitors over the Easter period, here are a couple of quick wins that you could jump on: For the families visiting, get some fun activities happening! Easter egg hunts, egg painting or bunny ear making. Lean into what makes your destination unique - could you do an Easter Egg Hunt on a tractor? Egg painting of the local animals that make up your furry friends. For the foodies, think about cocktails, coffee, cupcakes and hot cross buns that can make mouths water! Maybe you can make a cocktail in an easter egg? Or a limited offer of coffee with Baileys. If you offer accommodation, have Easter Eggs ready for your guests as a personal touch, or some hot cross buns from a local bakery. If you have a family staying all weekend, maybe you could have an Easter Egg hunt set up for them ready to go! Don't forget to capture all the fun happening so that you can share it on social media and encourage your guests to do the same and tag you!

Will we see you at the next Wine & Wisdom event? We’ll be covering a hot topic: fire safety! Mark your calendar for next month’s tips and best practices that keep your home, family, and community safe during the dry summer season. Save the date for August 14th, 5-7 pm! #FireSafety #CommunityEvents #WineAndWisdom

Blackbirds, those sleek and mysterious creatures that flit and flutter through our backyards, have long caught the curiosity of both young and old. But have you ever wondered, can you eat blackbirds? In this article, we're going to dive into the fascinating topic of whether these birds can make their way onto our dinner plates!

The holiday celebrations are ending for some, but they're just getting started for those of us in New Orleans. 🎊🎺January 6 marks the first day of Carnival season as we make our way toward Mardi Gras. Check out this article for a list of events you won't want to miss! 😁 #loanadministration #noteservicing #investorservices #lenderservices #escrowservices #loanservicing #nola

To Day is National BBQ day (US) Although the concept of barbecuing did not originate in America, the activity has become an essential part of American culture today. The history of barbecuing in the U.S. goes back to colonial times where any celebration was incomplete without a cookout. After the Revolutionary War was won and the first bridge was built over the Missouri River, barbecue celebrations erupted all over the nation. Even the American presidents are famous for hosting massive barbecues during times of success and on days of special observances. In fact, George Washington’s diary is said to have referenced a barbecue event that lasted for three days — that’s how deeply rooted barbecuing is in the country’s history! Barbecues are a White House tradition thanks to President Lyndon B. Johnson who started this trend by hosting the first-ever barbecue in the presidential headquarters. The food items served at the event included delicious Texas-style barbecue wings. #BBQ #foodandbeverageindustry #foodscience #foodbusiness #scienceandtechnology #sciencecommunication #barbecue #foodforthought #scienceeducation #cooking #cookingathome ##outdoors #outdoorliving #outdoorscooking #culture #event #food #America #infographic via Compound Interest | Chemistry infographics C&EN

If you think your venue is obviously dog-friendly, think again. I know a pub called the Dog and Duck that doesn't allow dogs. And believe me, no dog parent likes going somewhere assuming it’s dog-friendly. It’s like going to a steakhouse and assuming they have vegetarian options. The issue also extends to staff. Sometimes, they don’t know whether dogs are allowed. Remember when that popular pizza chain didn't allow a service dog? Or, you might have a bar area where dogs are welcome, but you don’t want to promote it because people might assume dogs are allowed throughout the entire venue. I spend so much time searching websites to see if they mention being dog-friendly or calling the venue... How old school! Who calls these days? And if I had left it to my non-dog-owning friends, I wouldn’t have taken Lola anywhere! So, make it clear that you’re dog-friendly. I may have a tip for you — join WagIt. We make it easy for you and your dog-owning customers. PS - I just googled to see if BrewDog in New York was dog-friendly since not many places are, and was pleasantly surprised. They’re sticking to their promise! #hospitality #restaurant #dogfriendly