Yearly Archives: 2014

Groundhog's Day!

Photo by Anthony Qunitano

Photo by Anthony Quintano

Groundhog’s Day, a popular American tradition, is celebrated each year on Feb. 2nd. Tradition has it that on this day the groundhog emerges from his hole in the ground, arising from a long winters sleep. Once emerged from his hole, the Groundhog, commonly know as Punxsutawney Phil, will look for his shadow. If he sees his shadow, lore has it that he believes six more weeks of bad winter weather will occur and returns to his hole. If the day is cloudy and  hence shadowless, Phil will take it as a sign of spring coming and stay above ground.

Snow Day Fun

Looking for something new to do in the snow? We’ve had an unusual amount of  snow already this winter. We’ve had a chance to sled, shovel, snowball fight, make  snow angels and build a snowman, but have you painted the snow yet? So easy and  cheap! Grab a spray bottle (we have some basic ones we use to paint the pavement   in the summer), fill 1/2 to 3.4 with water and add a few drops of food coloring. Deeper  tones are best for quick results. Weaker color will take longer to appear in the snow. Get your snow gear on and head outside with your snow paint in hand! Simply aim and spray away! Watch the magic begin! If you have multiple spray bottles you can make multiple colors and even create a rainbow in the snow!

Joshua Stearns Photo by JCStearns