Senior citizen celebrities

Senior citizen celebrities

Older Americans who rock
In 1963, President John F. Kennedy designated May as Senior Citizens Month, and in 1980, President Jimmy Carter's proclamation changed the name to Older Americans Month, a time to celebrate those 65 and older through ceremonies, events and public recognition. Here are a few older Americans who should be celebrated.

National Poetry Month

National Poetry Month

Inspired by other month-long celebrations in the United States, a national literary organization proclaimed April belonged to poetry. And for 15 years, collections of prose by American-born poets have been praised and performed everywhere from classrooms to cafes. How are your reciting abilities?