Everything You Need to Know about October!

In October, autumn comes into full swing. Let’s get in the fall mood! Learn why this month is called October, which holidays to look out for, what to do in the garden, what to bake in the kitchen, when to see the full Hunter’s Moon, and more! The Month of OctoberThis month’s name stems from

The Ancient Origins of the Easter Bunny

A scholar traces the folk figure’s history from the Neolithic era to today The Easter bunny is a much-celebrated character in American Easter celebrations. On Easter Sunday, children look for hidden special treats, often chocolate Easter eggs, that the Easter bunny might have left behind. As a folklorist, I’m aware of the origins of the

Laughlin: Legends and lore of holiday plants

Many of the plants we associate with holiday celebrations have interesting histories and legends associated with them. Get the all-new, all-you-can-listen Audible Plus Membership plan for only $4.95/month for the first six months (38% off)! Many evergreen plants, including English ivy, hollies and pines, are probably the most commonly associated with Christmas. Their ability to