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Lilacs blooming out of season are referred to as being "remontant." Photo: Allan Paul Eilen
Lilacs usually bloom in spring, but many people are seeing them bloom again now. Why?
Like so much in Minnesota, the weather has a lot to do...
Many sports enthusiasts feel there's no better tradition than mingling with fellow fans while tailgating. Tailgating entails arriving at a stadium parking lot several hours early on game day; icing down beverages in a cooler; heating up the grill; and seeing some familiar, perhaps fanatical, faces...
A family movie night makes for a great way for families to bond and enjoy some relaxing time together. Such nights are a tradition in households across the globe, and they can even become a fun way for extended families to celebrate the holiday days together. When hosting overnight guests this...
Gatherings with family and friends are an integral component of the holiday season. Certain rooms in the house are on display more than others, with kitchens, dining rooms and living areas serving as popular places to congregate. Of course, fireplaces also serve as popular gathering spots in homes...
The holiday season is a special time of year for people of all ages, but children might be the most enthusiastic celebrants come December. Children spend much of the holiday season anticipating the arrival of the man in the red suit, and that enthusiasm can be contagious.
Families have their own...
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In Minnesota, sap usually runs from about March 15 to April 20. Sap begins running when the temperature is mild during the day and freezing at night, but it’s a small window—too cold and the sap won’t have started running, and too warm (...
During certain times of the year, residents of various areas of the world contend with some of the most violent storms imaginable. Depending on where they touch down, these storms may be known as typhoons, cyclones or hurricanes.
Many people spend the days or hours preceding the arrival of a...
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After the first couple of warm sunny days in March, we start to get the emails. “Is it still okay to prune my oak trees, or should I be concerned about oak wilt?”
I’m always happy to respond to these emails. It shows that the homeowners...
Movie-goers may not associate Easter with Hollywood blockbusters. However, there's an entire cache of films that align well with Easter. When spending time with family and friends for the Easter holiday, consider these movies.
1. "It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown!": This 1974 classic puts The...
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Cold frame made from wood and recycled windows
The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer, and many of us have started our first seeds. Even still, summer feels so far away! There are ways to extend the growing season...
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