by Joann Stevens, Guest Blogger
Country singer Brenda Lee was just 12 years old when songwriter Johnny Marks asked her to record “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.”
Have fun learning about Marks and hearing Brenda Lee sing the song that is inspiring this tribute to Smithsonian Associate Volunteers who in 2021 supported 1,110 programs with 8,141 hours of their time and talent.
Rockin Round the National Mall
Rockin' around the National Mall
At December holidays
Volunteers work for you to see
Zooms that bring much joy your way
Futures on the National Mall
Spark good learning that’s so dear
Save the earth, cultures, time and place
Before they disappear
You will get a sentimental feeling when you hear
Staff and friends, upbeat and jolly
Deck Associates’ halls with holly!
Rockin’ Around the National Mall
Have a happy holiday
Everyone's learning virtually
In the new! Old! fashioned way!
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