| 'Tis June, and all the lowland swamps
Are rich with tufted reeds and ferns,
And filmy with the vaporous damps
That rise when twilight's crimson burns.
–George Arnold (1834–65) |
Sunday, June 17, 2018
168th day of the year
Summer begins in 4 days
Greg Kinnear (actor) was born on this day in 1963.
J. Carter Brown (headed the National Gallery) died on this day in 2002.
Question of the Day
Do you have any information on predicting the gender of a baby considering the following conditions: carrying very low, high heart rate, very active, conceived in mid- to late November, and due on August 19? Answer
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Who Started Father's Day?
The History of Father's Day
Though Father’s Day wasn’t made a national holiday until 1972, the efforts of one woman in Washington sparked a movement to celebrate dads long before then. |
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Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner
Dandelions don’t stand a chance! Remove weeds and their roots in one whirling motion. The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty. |
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Bee Rain Gauge
A metal bee accent adorns the hand-painted stake. Features a durable acrylic rain gauge for easy viewing. |
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Powdery Mildew
Powdery Mildew
Wondering about that white fungus on your plants? The fungal disease powdery mildew affects a wide variety of plants and takes away a plant’s nutrients. This causes the plant to bloom less and become weaker. |
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Harvesting Peaches!
Peaches
Mmmm … peaches picked at their peak are perfection! Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest peaches at the right time! Plus, we have some delicious peach recipes to try with your bounty! |
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Wine Bottle Lights
Create ambient lighting from an empty wine bottle! Choose a bottle from a special celebration or because of its interesting shape and color. |
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Recipes for the Grill
Easy Outdoor Grilling Recipes—Plus, Our Best Grilling Tips
Ready for a cookout? Here are some easy outdoor grilling recipes—plus, our 10 tips for grilling to mouthwatering perfection. Burgers, steaks, fish, and most any food tastes great from the grill if you do it right! |
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