What’s the dirt? Well, it’s been hot, smokey, and oh-so-humid. Weeds have been flourishing–they aren’t as picky water-wise and don’t mind heat as much. My lawn is a little crispy (I don’t water typically in an attempt to conserve), but the
Hello there! The World Cup has been exciting, has it not? It’s heartening to see players and fans from across the globe come together and show respect and sportsmanship. We have received several inquiries asking where people can watch the World Cup finale. The City of Nashua is hosting
Do you track your reading? Do you log books in an app or write titles in your planner or notebook? A spreadsheet? Do you color a section of a cute bookmark every time you finish something? Do you rate books or just collect them? Do you post to social media
The sun is a-shinin’ and it has finally cooled off a bit. As I said last week, I struggle with hot temperatures, so I am so thankful for this reprieve–and I think the gardens are too. Between the rain, I managed to get out in the veggie bed
Hello there, Summer days are here and there is plenty to do with the weather being so nice. Is it a smidge hot sometimes? Sure. But before you know it, we’ll be complaining about how long winter is here and how cold it is. At least I will, so
An auspicious day in Tibetan Buddhism is a time when the positive or negative results of your actions are greatly multiplied. Devout practitioners use these special dates to build positive energy (merit), clear away bad karma.
On Saturday the town of Amherst held is 57th July Fourth parade in celebration of the 250th birthday of America. The parade was followed with activities, entailment and speakers on the Village Green in the classically New England celebration. Despite high temperatures in the upper 90s a large crowd lined
Stone-Grimaldi purchased the bakery in 2018 from former owners Mike and Gale Cummings. No stranger to the business, Stone-Grimaldi had been working at Crosby Bakery for 15 years when the opportunity to purchase the city icon crossed her path.
Time to dig into some hot dirt–maybe with some potholders! I have to admit, my time in the garden this week has been limited. The relentless heat and humidity have been tough –and I don’t handle heat well (what can I say, I’m a New Englander, and
Hello there! First things first. The heat this weekend is going to be oppressive. No matter what you're doing as you enjoy the 4th of July festivities, please be safe. Stay hydrated, take breaks in cool areas when you can: shade, A/C, a walk-in freezer, whatever
When a person experiences the trauma of domestic or sexual violence, knowing where to turn is the very first step toward safety. For nearly 2,500 individuals in Greater Nashua annually, that turning point begins with Bridges: Domestic & Sexual Violence Support Services, Inc. Widely recognized across Greater Nashua and
“Summer reading,” by definition, is reading you do in the summer. But it has so many connotations: * as a goal, like a program * as in a “beach read,” aka light and fluffy * as a seasonal enjoyment (i.e. only reading books set in summer) What sort of reader are you
Do you enjoy the thrill of a treasure hunt? How about meandering around outdoor markets searching for antiques? If so, check out Todd Farm Flea Market in Rowley, Massachusetts. Dealers from all over New England who specialize in antiques and quality second-hand finds gather from April-November on Sundays
Let’s dig into the dirt! Finally, some rain! I am very grateful for the rain, but this week has still been about mitigating the hot, dry weather we’ve been having thus far this season, and Sunday was all about watering and fertilizing. I know, I sound like a
CONCORD, NH – In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Governor Kelly Ayotte and state leaders are inviting Granite Staters to the State House for special displays of significant documents connected to the nation’s founding. Visitors to the New Hampshire State House Visitor Center will have the
What’s growing on in the garden this week? Let’s take a look! In the perennial bed, my Little Redhead Spigelia is in bloom with their flame red petals and their striking yellow throats. I love this flower for pollinators, for their long bloom (they even bloom twice a
