The Pilgrims explored the land upon which they settled. They came upon land which had been inhabited by the Nauset people. The Nauset people had land where they could see who was coming ashore. Usually ships or flee when they … Continued
On November 5, 1605, Guy Fawkes was arrested as a member fo the Gunpowder Plot. This was his failed attempt to assassinate King James I of England. King James I was a protestant king and Fawkes desired to replace him … Continued
The Latin word “novem” means nine. November was originally the ninth month on the original Roman calendar. When the Romans decided to change the calendar and add January and February, November became the 11th month. The month has 30 days. … Continued
Time to Fall Back is once again upon us. We will turn our clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 3rd. While the official time change takes place at 2am, most people turn their clocks back an hour the night … Continued
We just finished celebrating Halloween or All Hallow’s Eve. Halloween was set on the last day of October, as a precursors to All Saints Day, which falls on November 1st. But, what is All Saints Day? All Saints Day is … Continued
As we close out October, Halloween is once again upon us. A time when our inner child surfaces and we can have fun dressing up and trick or treating. Halloween, a word dating to the 17th Century Scotland, is … Continued
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is to help bring awareness to the seriousness and possible severity of breast cancer. Except for skin cancer, breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in women. Breast … Continued
Did you know there was such a thing as Boss’ Day? This is a day that was designed for employees to thank their boss for being “kind and fair throughout the year.” In 1958, a secretary for State Farm Insurance … Continued
Columbus Day celebrates the arrival of Christopher Columbus and the European discovery of the American continent, which occurred on October 12, 1492. This holiday is not only celebrated in the United States but in many countries that consist of the … Continued
Did you know there is a universal music day? Universal music day is October 12th. Music is important to our health and mental wellbeing. Music has the power to heal and can lift a disheartened or discouraged spirit. Music is … Continued