National Taco Day is October 4th, a day to celebrate one of our top 5 favorite foods! Learn how they came to be a national obsession.
Events
Event related posts regarding holidays, observances, forecasts, astronomical and other noteworthy events.
Dinner and a show? Be sure to step outside Saturday night to catch this stunning display. We tell you where and when to watch!
As most of us are probably aware, July 4th fireworks have been canceled in many cities and towns across the United States. But there’s good news: thanks to this month’s full Moon, the sky will still “light up.” This year, nature has timed the arrival
Comet SWAN may be visible as early as this weekend. Will it dazzle or disappoint? We explain.
It’s so important to show the moms in our lives just how much we love and appreciate them even if Mother’s Day has to be celebrated at a distance. Try these ideas!
Earth Day and Arbor Day are each their own unique holiday. We explain the differences and share ideas to celebrate!
Even if you can’t adopt a puppy on National Puppy Day, March 23, there are still ways you can help the offspring of man’s best friend. Try these ideas that will bring a smile to your face!
There’s talk that Betelgeuse’s recent strange pulsating might be a signal that the star is about to blow apart and become a supernova. But is it true? We explain.
We’ll be treated to a rare Halloween full Blue Hunter’s Moon. Why is it so rare, and when will we see the next one? We explain.
Is it a bird? A plane? A UFO? No, it’s Venus and it pairs up with the crescent Moon in a wonderful holiday display. Learn when and where to view it!
Helpful Hint…
Place plastic bags over your car mirrors at night and they’ll be frost-free in the morning.
If you notice a hole in the upper left-hand corner of your Farmers' Almanac, don't return it to the store! That hole isn't a defect; it's a part of history. Starting with the first edition of the Farmers' Almanac in 1818, readers used to nail holes into the corners to hang it up in their homes, barns, and outhouses (to provide both reading material and toilet paper). In 1919, the Almanac's publishers began pre-drilling holes in the corners to make it even easier for readers to keep all of that invaluable information (and paper) handy.
