Refresh your Yard for Fall!

Wondering what to plant this month to refresh your yard for fall?  The University of Florida IFAS Extension suggests trying these annual/bedding plants: ageratum, coleus, celosia, zinnia, and wax begonia for color into fall. For more information visit: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topic_annual_landscape_plants  

Today is Grandparents Day!

Today is Grandparents Day – if you’re lucky enough to have loving grandparents in your life, take time today to let them know how much they mean to you. (grandparents image)  

Today is Patriot’s Day!

Today is Patriot’s Day, observed in honor and remembrance of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on New York City and the Pentagon. A nice way to commemorate Patriot’s Day would be to show appreciation to our local first responders. They put their lives on the line for us every day.

Hispanic American Heritage Month

Today is the first day of Hispanic American Heritage Month, which continues until Oct. 15. National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American Countries.  The Orange County Library System will host events in celebration of Hispanic American Heritage...

First Day of Oktoberfest in Germany!

Today is the first day of Oktoberfest in Germany. If you can’t make the trip to Munich, you can get into the Oktoberfest spirit with these delicious recipes. Prost! https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/recipe-ideas-for-oktoberfest/

National Child Passenger Safety Week!

This week is National Child Passenger Safety Week and MetroWest Public Safety offers these passenger tips to keep your little ones safe:   If you're pregnant, schedule a car seat installationwith a certified child passenger safety technician before the child is born. You can find certified safety techs here: https://portalskcms.cyzap.net/dzapps/dbzap.bin/apps/assess/webmembers/secure/manage?webid=SKCMS&pToolCode=CERT-SEARCH&pAdd=Yes Children should ride in the back seat...

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