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Today Happy Presidents Day! We hope you are all enjoying a day off from work and school. But do you know why Americans celebrate this holiday in the first place? While it's intended to recognize all of the Presidents of the United States (Oh hey, Obama!), it specifically honors Abraham Lincoln and George Washington, since their birthdays fall around this time of year. Let's learn more about #16, #1, and all of the important POTUSes of the past — and how to make the most of our three-day weekend. Top 10 US Presidents Many people have a favorite (and not so favorite) President. Don't miss our American History Expert's picks for 10 most influential US Presidents. Do you agree with the rankings — and did your favorite make the list? Who Was the Youngest President? Name the President Who Served the Shortest Term in Office Which President Might Have Inspired Baseball's 7th Inning Stretch? Search Related Topics:  american presidents  presidential elections  All About Abe Last Wednesday, February 12, we celebrated Abraham Lincoln's 205th birthday. Honest Abe was known for leading the country through the Civil War, taking huge steps toward ending slavery, and writing some of the most memorable speeches in American history. 8 of Abraham Lincoln's Greatest Speeches Debunking Myths About the Gettysburg Address Lincoln on Politics, Religion, and... Kittens?! Search Related Topics:  presidential assassinations  american civil war  american presidents George Washington: Father of His Country This Saturday, February 22, will mark George Washington's 282nd birthday. (Phew, that's a lot of candles!) We know he was the very first President, a Founding Father of the nation, and that he might have had wooden teeth. But you probably don't know these 10 interesting facts about the man who set the Presidential precedent. How Washington Became Leader of the Continental Army Tips for Visiting Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens How to Start a Washington Quarters Collection Search Related Topics:  george washington  american presidents  Celebrate Presidents Day With a Cherry on Top Most of us enjoy the long holiday weekend vegging on the couch or with a shopping spree at the mall. But did you know early Americans traditionally celebrated Washington's birthday with tasty cherry treats? It makes sense when you remember the popular myth about good ol' George chopping down a cherry tree as a young boy. Now what should we make first? Bacon Cherry Creek Bourbon Cocktail Spicy Cherry Chicken for Dinner How to Make Perfect Cherry Pie (Even in the Winter) Search Related Topics:  presidents day  george washington  abraham lincoln Related Searches President Lincoln Abraham Lincoln MR President President Quiz Presidents Day Deals Featured Articles Quiz: Test Your US Presidents Trivia! Enjoy Presidents Day in the Nation's Capital Must-See American Monuments and Memorials Why You Should Buy Furniture on Presidents Day Enter the About.com Twitter Sweepstakes! Follow About.com on Pinterest   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement