According to a recent report by the U.S. Census Bureau, about half of all American households own pets. That’s about 60 million pet owners! With that many pet owners, people are constantly looking for time-saving and money-saving ways to help care for their furry and feathered friends. You can now find mobile dog groomers who work out of a truck that comes right to your […]
Pay close attention this week to see if you notice anything special happening around you. The week of February 17 is National Random Acts of Kindness Week, so you might catch someone being especially nice. The history of the day goes back to 1995, when Random Acts of Kindness Day was observed in Denver, Colorado. It eventually turned into a week-long event in 2018. Now, […]
People look forward to fall for many reasons: pumpkin spice everything, changing leaves, cooler temps and even apples. Yes, apples. Fall is the time to find the most variety of apples at their peak flavors. Put an apple pie or cobbler on your meal plan, and get busy looking for the perfect flavor. According to Farmers’ Almanac online, these are the most commonly […]
This Wednesday, October 2, is National Walk to School Day, which happens annually on the first Wednesday of October. The national event began in 1997, when it was coordinated by the Partnership for a Walkable America. The program is now supported by the National Center for Safe Routes to School organization. The idea behind the event is to encourage students to be more active, have […]
While summer doesn’t technically end until September 23, many people start to feel it winding down when school supplies hit the store shelves. It’s the end of July now, and lots of people are still trying to squeeze in the last bit of fun before heading back to school. Here are some fun facts about summer activities that might entice you to find your own […]
Looking to head out into the great outdoors this week? It’s National Free Fishing & Boating Week! This week has been celebrated annually since it was officially recognized with a presidential proclamation by President George W. Bush in 2002. According to the website, takemefishing.org, there are many benefits to getting on the water for boating and fishing fun. Connect with family and friends. Make it […]
With the springtime growing season in full force, many people will soon have an abundance of fresh veggies and produce. Do you know which to refrigerate and which to leave out? For some items, it’s really a matter of preference. But there are some foods that will actually be ruined if kept in the refrigerator. The Farmers’ Almanac online has published a helpful […]
This week, May 13-17, is National Bike to Work Week. If the days will stay dry, it would be a great time for you to dust off your bike and pedal to the office. According to bikeleague.com, 40 percent of all trips made in the United States are less than two miles. Piece of cake, right?! There are many reasons to consider biking […]
Dyeing Easter eggs is a long-standing tradition that goes back hundreds of years. It is believed that Persians first colored eggs, followed by ancient Egyptians and then Greeks. In all of these cultures, colored eggs were exchanged to celebrate the arrival of spring. Eventually, colored eggs became a symbol of fertility and rebirth of nature. The idea of dyeing eggs was brought into the […]
Its Mardi Gras week and many people are ready to join the festivities in their area. Mardi Gras celebrations have been around in the United States since the early 1700s, and are most commonly associated with New Orleans. The name Mardi Gras literally translates into “Fat Tuesday,” which is happening this year on March 5, and always on the day before Ash Wednesday. It […]