ON THIS DAY...
1865
Known as Juneteenth, today marks the final emancipation of the last remaining enslaved people in America. Happy Freedom Day!
1963
Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman in space, makes her return to Earth. We wonder if she ever regrets coming back - we could all use a little vacation from Earth right about now!
2014
The 4th Critics' Choice Television Awards: Orange Is The New Blackwins Best Comedy Series, while Breaking Bad wins Best Drama. Wait...ifOrange Is The New Black is considered a comedy, then maybe we can understand why keeping kids from their parent isn't being taken as seriously as we'd think. We think we're onto something here!
SEE
If you haven't heard about ICE's detention centers for migrant children, or if you want to know more - we've got you covered.
HEAR
"In Her Words" is our new podcast where our favorite articles are read to you by budding Tisch School of Drama actors! In our inaugural episode, Laura Bush's recent Op-Ed is voiced by Emma Baxter.
FEEL
After all of the depressing news, how about a feel good (mostly kid friendly!) movie to lighten the mood? Celebrate the World Cup girl stylewith this quirky, cultural mash-up reminding us to celebrate our differences!
(P.S. Requests or recommendations? We'd love to hear from you, send us a note at gatherers@gathererent.com)