You may have noticed the beautiful old greenhouse on the grounds of Oakland Cemetery. On Saturday, June 6, 2020, it will be filled with seasonal blooms that you can buy and take home to your own garden. Oakland's encore spring plant sale takes … [Read more...] about Spring plant sale at Oakland Cemetery this Saturday
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President and Michelle Obama host a virtual ceremony for high school & college grads on June 6th
The Class of 2020 can take heart! Graduation ceremonies will happen virtually and in a big way. Currently, two large-scale virtual commencements are planned nationwide. The first takes place in May and the second in June. The details for each … [Read more...] about President and Michelle Obama host a virtual ceremony for high school & college grads on June 6th
FREE virtual Tai Chi and Qigong classes with Tai Chi Mike, every Monday & Thursday
Here's a fun way to get some exercise while you're staying home. Tai Chi Mike is hosting FREE Tai Chi and Qigong classes via Zoom. In addition to twice weekly classes, there's also a special event for National Tai Chi Day. Although the classes … [Read more...] about FREE virtual Tai Chi and Qigong classes with Tai Chi Mike, every Monday & Thursday
Watch NASA’s first manned rocket launch in 9 years, postponed to this weekend
This weekend, the first manned rocket launch from U.S. soil since 2011 will take place. Astronauts have not been included in a NASA rocket launch since the Space Shuttle Program ended. The launch was originally scheduled for Wednesday, May 27th, … [Read more...] about Watch NASA’s first manned rocket launch in 9 years, postponed to this weekend
FREE lawn mowing for healthcare workers, using the Plowz & Mowz app
Healthcare workers can get a helping hand with lawn care this month! The outdoor services company, Plowz & Mowz, in partnership with Toro, is offering FREE mowing to healthcare workers, for a limited time, under its HERO campaign. Learn … [Read more...] about FREE lawn mowing for healthcare workers, using the Plowz & Mowz app
Krispy Kreme: Get a FREE doughnut every day from June 1st to 5th
Krispy Kreme is extending National Doughnut Day into National Doughnut Week — from June 1 to 5. During the sweet week, you can pick up a FREE doughnut of your choice at participating locations (including the drive-thru.) No purchase … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: Get a FREE doughnut every day from June 1st to 5th
Updated: 24 fun, educational, and free websites, where kids can learn coding, magic, music and much more
Whether you're home-schooling or just trying to keep the kids busy while you're working from home, this is a great list of resources. The websites are all FREE to use. They are in no particular order, but cover all age groups and all kinds of … [Read more...] about Updated: 24 fun, educational, and free websites, where kids can learn coding, magic, music and much more
England’s Chelsea Flower Show is a FREE virtual event this year
If you're a gardening aficionado, maybe you've dreamed of attending the Chelsea Flower Show in person, in London. It's a hot ticket, for sure -- the 2019 event had a dress code and the equivalent of a hundred-dollar price tag for a one-day … [Read more...] about England’s Chelsea Flower Show is a FREE virtual event this year
FREE Consumer Action Handbook offers advice on many issues
It’s not always easy to resolve a consumer issue or find a reliable source of advice. A new publication can help you make informed decisions on many topics, including banking, buying big ticket items or cars, credit terms, education loans, … [Read more...] about FREE Consumer Action Handbook offers advice on many issues
Even more freebies and special offers for healthcare workers & first responders!
Many companies are showing their gratititude to the doctors, nurses, and other frontline health workers who are risking their lives right now, just by showing up to work. We're starting a list of freebies and discounts for health workers and first … [Read more...] about Even more freebies and special offers for healthcare workers & first responders!