USA.gov Updates: News and FeaturesGovernment news and featured content from the U.S. government's official web portal, USA.gov.Constitution Day -- September 17- September 11, 2008 September 17 marks the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. In honor of this occasion, federal agencies and federally funded schools offer educational programs centered on this important living document. Visit USA.gov's link to find the text of the Constitution and learn more about its creation.http://origins.usa.gov/external/external.jsp?url=http://www.archives.gov/national-archives... Hispanic Heritage Month: September 15 - October 15- September 11, 2008 Visit USA.gov's link to the U.S. Census Bureau for some interesting facts about Hispanics in the United States.http://origins.usa.gov/external/external.jsp?url=http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/r... Library Card Sign-Up Month- September 8, 2008 If you'd like to borrow books, CDs, and DVDs for FREE, sign up for a library card! Enter your ZIP code in USA.gov's Library Search box to find a library near you.http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Reference_Shelf/Libraries.shtml Are You Moving- September 8, 2008 Visit USA.gov to request FREE safe-move brochures to help you choose a reputable mover and determine an appropriate level of insurance for your belongings. The save-move packet also includes a handy checklist.http://www.usa.gov/free-publication/your-move.shtml Updated Hurricane Information- September 5, 2008 Visit USA.gov for updated information relating to former tropical Depression Gustav, Tropical Storm Hanna, and Hurricane Ike.http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Weather/Hurricane.shtml Grandparents Day -- September 7- September 5, 2008 Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents Day. Visit USA.gov's link to learn more about the history of this observance and to find interesting statistics about grandparents in America.http://origins.usa.gov/external/external.jsp?url=http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/r... National Preparedness Month- September 4, 2008 September is National Preparedness Month. Visit USA.gov's link for guidance on protecting yourself and your family in the event of a natural disaster, terrorist attack, or other emergency.http://origins.usa.gov/external/external.jsp?url=http://www.ready.gov/america/npm08/index.... |