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April 10, 2015

National Siblings Day (additional information)

Paul, Beth, Brad


Rebecca, Beth, Adele

The Gift of Siblings (a NY Times op-ed written by my sister-in-love's cousin!)
Famous Siblings Throughout History

International Safety Pin Day
The Invention of the Safety Pin
Safety Pin Projects
15 Surprising Uses for Safety Pins

Golfer's Day
Watch a movie or two featuring golf
A History of Golf since 1497!
Who Invented Golf Clubs, Balls and Tees?
Top 10 Golf Courses in the World

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