February 21, 2022 - National Grain-Free Day | Presidents Day

Welcome to February 21st, 2022 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate going grain free and the humble beginnings of a National monument. Grains have been a staple of diets since the dawn of civilization. So if you’re one of the millions of Americans who have a grain allergy or intolerance, you may find meal time a bit challenging. But it doesn’t have to be. These days, there are plenty of options in grocery stores and restaurants for people living a grain-free life. On National Grain-Free Day, try sharing some of these dishes with friends and family. They might not be keen on the idea, but something like cauliflower pizza crust may just surprise them. It sounds weird, and it’s not the real thing, but it’s really really good and it might just pave the way for more adventures in the kitchen. In 1885, Charles Rushmore was hiking through the Black Hills of South Dakota. He was checking on gold mines for his employer, when he passed by one of the big peaks. Looking up, he asked his guide if the peak had a name and the guide jokingly said, “It never had any but it has now. We’ll call the thing Rushmore”. Today the mountain is an awe inspiring monument to some of the greatest presidents in United States history. Washington reminds us of the country’s founding. Jefferson symbolizes its growth. Theodore Roosevelt represents the conservation of its natural beauty. And Lincoln, the preservation of its union, no matter the cost. On Presidents Day, we celebrate the contribution of the folks who built the United States from the ground up. I’m Anna Devere and I’m Marlo Anderson. Thanks for joining us as we Celebrate Every Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices