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Coloring Eggs With Beets, Onion Skins, Spices, and More

From Lambs to Lilies, Find Out Where These Easter Symbols Came From

How is Easter Determined? A Holiday Set By The Moon

Learn About the History of Passover and Its Traditions

The Curious Link Between Easter, the Equinox, and the Moon

Everything You Should Know About the Month of April!

All About the Daisy and the Sweet Pea and Their Meanings

A Solemn Day Set by the Calendar and the Moon

Season Start and End Dates for Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter in 2026

Where fiddleheads grow, what they taste like, and recipes

Explore the eight seasonal festivals of the ancient Celtic calendar—from Samhain and Beltane to the solstices and equinoxes

A Halloween Full Moon May Be Spookier Than You Think!

Important dates, seasonal signs, gardening advice, and folklore for the month of March.

Days of the Week Names: Let's Talk About Sunday-Saturday

Explore the origins, meaning, and famous moments tied to this infamous Roman date.

Pi Day is March 14, 2026!

First Signs of Spring for Nature Lovers

Why Do We Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?

Why Americans still change the clocks twice a year and the push to end DST

When Is Daylight Saving? The Facts and History of DST

Early Spring Flowers for Pollinators: Bulbs That Bloom Through the Snow

Discover the meaning, symbolism, history, and origins of aquamarine and bloodstone—March’s two powerful birthstones.

All About the Daffodil and its Meanings and Symbolism

10 Fun and Creative Ways to Celebrate Mom

What are Ember Days? When are Ember Days?

Learn the History Behind this Traditional Feast Day

When Is Maple Syrup Made? Tapping Trees, Sap Ratios & Grades Explained

Everything You Should Know About May!

10 Earth Day Activities and Ideas

Everything You Should Know About July!

Everything You Should Know About June!

Everything You Need to Know About September

Everything You Need to Know About November!

All About August, the 8th Month of the Year

Find your birthstone, explore its powers, and uncover fascinating folklore for every month.

What Does Each Flower Symbolize?

Calculate How Many Working Days–Without U.S. Holidays or Weekends

The meaning, dates, and traditions of Lent

What Is the Lunar New Year? What is a Chinese Zodiac Sign?

Presidents’ Day History, Folklore, and More

The Meaning and Traditions of Ramadan

From Norse gods to horror movies, here’s why this day gets such a bad rap

Plus, learn about the origins of this ancient holiday

When Does Hanukkah Start and More Facts about Chanukah

A brief history of Cinco de Mayo and how it is celebrated

DIY Pumpkin Centerpieces and Decorations for Fall

There are two birth flowers in February!

Garden Tips and Tricks for the Early Summer Garden

Sadie Hawkins Day History and Facts

A History of the Almanac Genre

Discover Why Barns Are Red and How Their Designs Evolved Over Time

How a Back-of-an Envelope Inspiration Became an Anthem

The Origins, Meaning, and Traditions of Kwanzaa

Discover Christmas Traditions, Folklore, Recipes, and More

The Meaning of Boxing Day: History, St. Stephen’s Day, and Modern Celebrations

Why winter is cold if the Earth is closer to the Sun

The Color, Meaning, and History of Amethyst

How to Identify Winter Garden Visitors and Coexist With Deer

From antifreeze sugars to sleeping roots, discover nature’s winter survival strategies.

Are You Cold? 9 Practical Tips for Staying Warm

Laugh, breathe, walk, and relax: easy ways to reduce winter stress and stay healthy this season

Commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. and The Civil Rights Movement

Ben Franklin Wit and Wisdom

Learn About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., A Revolutionary Civil Rights Leader

Dates, Times, and Tips on Watching Manhattanhenge

And when does the 12 days of Christmas start?

All About the Carnation and the Snowdrop and Their Meanings

8 Gardening Resolutions to Consider in the New Year!

How to Have a Happy New Year Anywhere

Learn the meaning behind traditional Christmas proverbs and seasonal weather lore.

The Interesting History Behind New Year's Resolutions

Test Your Winter Weather Knowledge!

The Meaning and Folklore Behind Mistletoe

From “Jiminy Christmas” to Xmas and Christmas trees, discover the meanings behind your favorite festive phrases and customs.

Easy Christmas Centerpieces and Tablescapes

What Does a Wreath on Your Door Symbolize?

Easy and Fragrant Orange-Clove Pomanders

National Grandparents Day: History, Activities, and Gift Ideas

When Is Rosh Hashanah 2026? Traditions, Foods, and Ways to Celebrate the Jewish New Year