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Labor Day Menus

Celebrate Summer's End

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Fresh Corn Salad

Fresh Corn Salad

Linda Larsen
This weekend is Labor Day; what plans do you have? This unofficial last weekend of summer is usually spent making sure the kids are ready for school, sorting through summer and fall clothes, and perhaps taking a trip to the beach. Take some time to plan some special celebratory cookout and outdoor meals too. Even if you continue grilling through the fall and winter, there's something special about the last summer holiday cookout.

If you have time, visit a Farmer's Market for the best fresh corn, tomatoes, berries, and herbs to make your weekend meals even more special. Besides getting the best tasting produce, you're also supporting local farmers, who usually farm organically.

And remember to think about why we celebrate Labor Day.

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Teach your kids the importance of valuing America's workers, fly your flag, put lots of coke, fizzy water, and beer in a cooler, and enjoy the holiday with these five easy menus!

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