Calendar

Learn About the History of Passover and Its Traditions

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

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

Everything You Should Know About June!

10 Earth Day Activities and Ideas

Everything You Should Know About May!

All About August, the 8th Month of the Year

Everything You Should Know About the Month of April!

All About the Daisy and the Sweet Pea and Their Meanings

Everything You Need to Know About September

How is Easter Determined? A Holiday Set By The Moon

Everything You Need to Know About November!

Everything You Should Know About July!

How Many Days Are in February?

Everything You Should Know About March

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

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

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

What Does Each Flower Symbolize?

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

The meaning, dates, and traditions of Lent

A Solemn Day Set by the Calendar and the Moon

Presidents’ Day History, Folklore, and More

Learn the History Behind this Traditional Feast Day

The Darker Origins of this Holiday

The Meaning and Traditions of Ramadan

A Holiday for Flowers? Why Not!

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

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

Early Spring Gardening Tasks and Tips

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

All About the Daffodil and it's Meanings and Symbolism

Birth Flowers by Month

Plus, learn about the origins of this ancient holiday

What are Ember Days? When are Ember Days?

When Does Hanukkah Start and More Facts about Chanukah

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

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

DIY Pumpkin Centerpieces and Decorations for Fall

There are two birth flowers in February!

Garden Tips and Tricks for the Early Summer Garden

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

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

Garden Cleanup for Spring

A History of the Almanac Genre

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

Sadie Hawkins Day History and Facts

Discover Christmas Traditions, Folklore, Recipes, and More

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

The Origins, Meaning, and Traditions of Kwanzaa

The Color, Meaning, and History of Amethyst

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

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

When Is Daylight Saving? The Facts and History of DST

How to Identify Winter Garden Visitors and Coexist With Deer

When to Plant Using Nature's Cues

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?

What Is the January Birthstone?

All About the Carnation and the Snowdrop and Their Meanings

8 Gardening Resolutions to Consider in the New Year!

It's All in the Antlers!

How and Why We Celebrate the New Year

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

How to Have a Happy New Year Anywhere

The Interesting History Behind New Year's Resolutions

How Do You Get Cozy?

Put Your Christmas Tree to Good Use!

Want a smaller Christmas tree this year?

Test Your Winter Weather Knowledge!

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?

The Meaning and Folklore Behind Mistletoe

National Grandparents Day: History, Activities, and Gift Ideas

Decking the halls with nature-inspired décor is simple!

Easy and Fragrant Orange-Clove Pomanders

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

Discover the first Christmas card, stamp, tree, Santa Claus, and more festive “firsts” that shaped the holiday we know today.

Create festive fire starters using twigs or pinecones, candle wax, and glitter—perfect for cozy fireplaces and holiday presents.

Everything You Should Know About January

Creating Traditional Paper Lanterns for the Holidays

Winter Storm Watches, Warnings, and Advisories Made Simple

Celebrate Father’s Day with Great Gift Ideas and Activities

Dates for the First of Muharram

Date and Traditions of the Jewish Day of Atonement

Learn all about this Holiday's History and How to Celebrate

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

What You Need to Know About Thanksgiving in America

The Benefits of Growing Christmas Trees

History of How the Poinsettia Became a Symbol of the Holidays

3-Ingredient Cinnamon Ornaments