It’s almost that time of the year again when families get together for backyard grilling, warm weather, and fireworks. Unions and the idea of independence go hand-in-hand as workers gain more freedom and a voice by organizing their workplaces. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of union-made July 4th drinks, snacks, and…
Memorial Day, AKA the unofficial start to summer, is part of a three-day weekend filled with warm days, gathering with friends, beaches (if you have them) and plenty of food. On this day, we remember the servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great nation. As you fire up the…
The Oscars are right around the corner. And this Sunday’s show will choose among some terrific films like The Power of the Dog, Don’t Look Up, Licorice Pizza, CODA, Dune, King Richard, and more. The entire list of nominees is available here. Most people watching the show will know about the big names: Javier Bardem,…
St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday about togetherness, a time to celebrate Irish pride and all things green, often with plenty of libations flowing. As we emerge from the pandemic, many of us will be heading out to the bars on St. Pat’s. Whether you’re celebrating out or at home, Labor 411 reminds you to…
Snacks, those things we eat when it’s not quite mealtime. We all love them. We all crave them. Sugary, salty, light or filling, they are a part of our life. The calendar tells us that February is Natural Snack Food month, but let’s face it…is there ever a time when a little pre-meal pick-me-up isn’t…
There is no holiday more romantic (and, let’s face it, more pressure-packed) than Valentine’s Day. Every February 14 we consume massive amounts of chocolate and lift multiple glasses of champagne without guilt over calorie-counting. One way to make the holiday even sweeter is to celebrate with union-made chocolates, sweets, and sip-ables made by companies who…
