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juniperus virginiana || eastern red juniper
#juniperus virginiana#eastern juniper#eastern red cedar#trees#juniper#nj native plants#the berries can be used like any other type of juniper berry#i use them for spice mixes and perfumes/oils#i haven’t made gin but it’s on my bucket list!
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when i say i love America I DO NOT mean the government bitch i mean the flowers and fauna
#we have native jaguars. did you know that#crow.txt#we have so many beautiful animals native to the us#do you know what a fishercat is? you should. they’re amazing#do you know what the New York State flower is? it’s a rose#our state insect is the nine spotted ladybug#nj’s state bird is the northeastern goldfinch#I love animals so fucking much. our walnut trees are so cool#we have so many fucking living creatures that are just standing examples of beauty in the world
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Growing Paw Paws from seed: 2024
Some of y'all may recall last year I made a Plant Profile post after finding my first Paw Paw (they don't really grow this far north in NJ so this was exciting). Well after eating the fruit I decided to see if I could propagate the seeds and I was very successful!
Below I'll describe my process and some tips, this was unconventional towards how I usually grow saplings but I was in my final year of a masters program, needed to be as cheap as possible, and this is probably easier for those of you in apartments
So you want to propagate paw paws? It's not hard it just requires a bit of understanding.
When I found my first Paw Paw I was on the University of Pennsylvania campus, I saw a tree in front of a multi-faith church and immediately recognized the fruit. My friends and I climbed up the branches to get some bigger fruits and then we basically ate them on a nearby bench.
Once I had the seeds (I started with 14, only 4 viable) I walked home and washed off any debris then I wrapped the seeds in a damp paper towel (wring out excess water) and placed them in a plastic bag in the fridge for 3ish months
Around February I decided to grow them, I had some extra cardboard pots I was starting oaks in (image 3: ps I hate these pots) and knew I could use this to to start the seeds, at the same time I asked a friend to grow paw paws so we had a diverse gene pool to produce fruit. Paw paws need deep pots because they develop a taproot that can easily reach 12" the first year, instead of buying multiple deep pots you can place disposable pots in a bigger container with soil. If you find like long/narrow containers those are your best option.
I used left over peatmoss (but loamy potting soil will be better) and placed them 1" deep each. I then cut off the bottoms of my small cardboard containers and placed those together in a deeper pot I had (image 4). You want to retain moisture, so also cover the pots in plastic wrap. Of course water enough to keep the soil moist that goes without saying.
Paw paws take about a month to germinate above the soil but still need the increased light levels. Keep an LED light on above it (these are very cheap to operate) They will start growing a taproot soon after you plant them and occasionally will break the surface, just try to keep it covered in dirt.
Once they appear above the surface (this was march-april for me), let them grow till they develop like 4-5 leaves before planting out. I kept them in my Frankenstein pots until about June when I had time to exchange with my friend (he grew like 18 with seeds from an online seller but stunted their taproots a bit).
Paw paws have a natural insecticide in their leaves, I didn't encounter any herbivory from both deer and insects but I left my best specimens in a sapling cage. I planted about 8 in my yard, all around 4 inches tall (image 5), in partial shade conditions. When you plant the sapling dig a little deeper than the taproot and leave soil around the taproot itself, it helps to have a deep trowel. For amendments, I mixed in richer compost soil with the native soil, but for a few I gave no amendment (I wanted to test if it made a big difference). Ultimately those which grew the most were in brighter conditions but they all did okay, my largest ended up being 15" (image 6) which is the same development as some nursery stock I've encountered for $165...
On a side note you're not supposed to move them once planted but I ended up having to do this with one. I did break the taproot in half, however this sapling still survived so these trees are a bit hardier than others have implied.
So, is this the best way to grow paw paws? No absolutely not. Is it cheap and basically using just garbage...yes! Try to grow your own :)
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[TIERNEY ROSE. 26. FEMALE. SHE/HER] is here! They’ve lived in Asbury Park for [3 YEARS] and are originally from [LOS ANGELES]. They are a [MUSIC PRODUCER/PART TIME EMPLOYEE AT THE STONE PONY] and in their downtime love [GOING TO MUSIC SHOWS] and [COLLECTING CRYSTALS]. They look a lot like [MOLLY GORDON] and live in [MEADOWLARK APARTMENTS]. The song that makes people think of them the most is [LIVING IN THE SKY WITH DIAMONDS BY COBRA STARSHIP].
THE ESSENTIALS
a chaos queen. mid twenties, LA native. believes in yoga and crystals and the power of the universe and karma and fate and if it’s meant to be, it’ll be. which is in direct contrast to the rest of her family, really. rarely sleeps between her three jobs (all of which she literally loves) and partying. works in music, as well as lives, breathes, and sleeps music (like….it’s her entire life). she’s a producer first, but she plays multiple instruments as well as sings. and at any given moment, she could literally be doing anything, so it’s completely impossible to keep track of her - state lines unknowingly crossed, parties crashed, occasionally chased by cops. it’s all up for grabs with tierney.
pinterest - musings
CHARACTER INSPIRATIONS
rob brooks (high fidelity [the tv show]) - maxine baker (ginny & georgia) - seth cohen (the o.c.) - peyton sawyer (one tree hill) - jason mendoza (the good place) - gigi (booksmart) - begin again (not either of the main charas but the vibes of the movie, u feel?) - ben wyatt (parks & rec)
BASIC INFORMATION
FULL NAME: tierney rose
NICKNAME(S): tier, t
DATE OF BIRTH: february 13th, 1998
AGE: 26
ZODIAC SIGN: aquarius sun, libra moon, aquarius rising
OCCUPATION: music producer/podcast host/sound engineer at the stone pony
HOMETOWN: los angeles
CURRENT RESIDENCE: the meadowlark apartments in asbury park, nj
NATIONALITY: American
LANGUAGE(S): English
GENDER & PRONOUNS: she/her (cisfemale)
SEXUAL ORIENTATION: Lesbian
RELIGION: Jewish
PHYSICAL INFORMATION
FACE CLAIM: Molly Gordon
HEIGHT: 5′2″
EYE COLOUR: brown
HAIR COLOUR + STYLE: brown w/ bangs, curly/wavy, like this when it’s down, but will wear it up a lot
TATTOO(S): TBD
PIERCING(S): TBD
GLASSES: yes, a la this photo, but doesn’t wear them all the time
CLOTHING STYLE: very stereotypical queer tbh - lots of oversized flannels/hoodies over cuffed jeans, converse, graphic tees, floral prints. wears a baseball caps/wide brim hats a lot. two good outfit examples (with more on her pinterest board) - this and this.
PERSONALITY
MBTI TYPE: TBD
POSITIVE TRAITS: TBD
NEGATIVE TRAITS: TBD
GOALS/DESIRES: TBD
FEARS: TBD
HOBBIES: record shopping, crystals, meditating, trying various kinds of yoga classes, tormenting the other residents of meadowlark apartments, getting high in her vw surf bus (and anywhere else), watching true crime documentaries, breaking & entering in a ~fun~ way
HABITS: TBD
SMOKES?: constantly
DRINKS?: yes
DRUGS?: will try anything twice lmao (and yes, i mean she will try everything twice, i didn't just get the saying 'try anything once' wrong)
EDUCATION
COLLEGE EDUCATION: USC
DEGREE(S): Bachelor of Music in Music Production w/ minors in Music Recording & Popular Music
FAMILY
SOCIAL CLASS: Upper Class
FATHER: Isaac Rose (FC: Harrison Ford) - corporate lawyer
MOTHER: Elizabeth Rose (FC: Ellen Pompeo) - entertainment finance manager
SIBLING(S): One older sister, Callan Rose (FC: Laura Dreyfuss) - entertainment lawyer
SOME FUN FACTS
tierney is a los angeles native
she is an industry nepo baby !! her family all works in the legal side of the eterntainment industry and she absolutely used that to her advantage !! she gives typical nepo baby vibes about that though
however, about a year after college, her parents were like, you need to get serious and stop being ... well, you, so she decided to move out to new york despite being such a true blue california native, and decided to try "supporting herself" "without their help"
she chose to live in new jersey because she is sorta obsessed with jack antonoff. but like in a casual cool way, not in a fangirl way (lie)
her other music hero is alexandra patsavas
tierney also has a podcast discussing music with one of her friends, as well as works as a sound engineer at the stone pony every once in a while when they need someone local
she has a MASSIVE record collection - it’s her pride & joy. she is definitely a regular at groovy graveyard, so if you have a character who works/shops there, they almost definitely have bumped into her
basically tierney lives, breathes, eats & sleeps music - it’s her entire life and she is insanely passionate about it. don’t ask her for her opinion on an artist unless you want an entire verbal essay and possibly a power point
as it is, tierney is a true music junkie, so she doesn’t dislike anything. she can find pros and cons and merits to pretty much any artist and enjoys talking about why they’re popular or they should be, or why they have influence/are good/talented/relevant, whatever the argument for them is
basically if someone asks her about music, be prepared to just have to listen to her rant about it for a million years
she’s kinda a hippie, she’s constantly going to yoga or mediating or trying new herbal concoctions or acupuncture or cupping or buying new crystals or whatever - any ailment she suggests yoga for rather than, like, going to a doctor? again, la native here
tierney is all about trusting in the universe
she’s like…wildly chaotic. she will try anything once (and usually more than that), goes out all the time, has the weirdest sleep schedule (maybe just never sleep in general), and yet somehow is always a ball of energy
other than groovy graveyard, places she'd frequent in asbury park are pipe dreams smokeshop, wonder bar, madam marie's, the abandoned casino & carousel, paranormal books & curiosities, sandoval dollar, & silverball retro arcade
overall, tierney is really laidback & chill & loves to vibe & party and gets along with pretty much anyone
CONNECTION IDEAS
i would love people who have been her podcast co-host ?? i kinda imagine it's a bit of a revolving door since she's insufferable lmao
give me a good luck, babe! inspired toxic situationship and i will love you forever
more will come soon but these are the first two ideas off the top of my head
and always down to brainstorm or fill tierney into anything that would fit !!
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National Miniature Golf Day [2nd Saturday]
National Train Day [2nd Saturday]
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Native American Day (f.k.a. American Indian Day) [2nd Saturday]
Prairie Appreciation Day [2nd Saturday]
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World Belly Dance Day [2nd Saturday]
World Binturong Day [2nd Saturday]
World Bonsai Day [2nd Saturday]
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World Collage Day [2nd Saturday]
World Fair Trade Day [2nd Saturday]
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Yale Day of Service [2nd Saturday]
Weekly Holidays beginning May 11 (1st Full Week)
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Brain Injury Awareness Week (thru 5.17)
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World Migratory Bird Weekend (thru 5.12) [2nd Saturday & Sunday]
Festivals Beginning May 11, 2024
Bacon Festival (McDonale, Tennessee)
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'Of Ale & History Beer Festival (Middletown, Virginia)
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Saint Pontius Fair (Barcelona, Spain)
Taste of Pennsylvania (York, Pennsylvania)
Verde Valley Wine Festival (Cottonwood, Arizona)
Washington State Chili Cookoff (Ocean Shores, Washington) [thru 5.12]
Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show (New York, New York)
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Lucky & Unlucky Days
Lemuria (Day 2 of 3; Ancient Rome) [Unlucky to Marry.]
Prime Number Day: 131 [32 of 72]
Sensho (先勝 Japan) [Good luck in the morning, bad luck in the afternoon.]
Premieres
Ahab the Arab, by Ray Stevens (Novelty Song; 1962)
Cats (UK Musical Play; 1981)
Cooked, by Michael Pollan (Book; 2013)
Dark Shadows (Film; 2012)
Fantastic Planet (Animated Film; 1973)
Firestarter (Film; 1984)
Fox-Terror (WB MM Cartoon; 1957)
Go Down, Moses, by William Faulkner (Short Stories; 1942)
Good-Bye Mr. Moth (Andy Panda Cartoon; 1942)
Higher Ground, recorded by Stevie Wonder (Song; 1973)
The Incredible Journey, by Sheila Burnford (Novel; 1960)
The King's Generally Daphne du Maurier (Novel; 1946)
The Kissing Booth (Film; 2018)
A Knight’s Tale (Film; 2001)
M (Film; 1931)
MacArthur Park, by Richard Harris (Song; 1968)
The Natural (Film; 1984)
Penny Dreadful (TV Series; 2014)
Poor Little Me (Happy Harmonies Cartoon; 1935)
Road Trip (Film; 2000)
Second Variety, by Philip K. Dick (Novella; 1953)
Sniffles Takes a Trip (WB MM Cartoon; 1940)
Swab the Duck (Noveltoons Cartoon; 1956)
Tales of Brave Ulysses, recorded by Cream (Song; 1967)
Turn Coat, by Jim Butcher (Novel; 2009)
28 Weeks Later (Film; 2007)
Water Babies (Disney Silly Symphonies Cartoon; 1935)
Wolf! Wolf! (Mighty Mouse Cartoon; 1944)
Woodstock (Soundtrack Album; 1970)
Woolen Under Where (WB MM Cartoon; 1963)
Today’s Name Days
Gangolf, Joachim, Mamertus (Austria)
Kiril, Kirila, Metodi (Bulgaria)
Franjo, Mamerto (Croatia)
Svatava (Czech Republic)
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Osmo (Finland)
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Joachim, Mamertus (Germany)
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Ferenc (Hungary)
Achille, Fabio, Fiorenzo, Marziale, Stella (Italy)
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Magda, Malvin (Norway)
Adalbert, Benedykt, Filip, Franciszek, Iga, Ignacja, Ignacy, Lew, Lutogniew, Mamert, Mira, Żegota (Poland)
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Today is Also…
Day of Year: Day 131 of 2024; 235 days remaining in the year
ISO: Day 5 of week 19 of 2024
Celtic Tree Calendar: Saille (Willow) [Day 27 of 28]
Chinese: Month 4 (Ji-Si), Day 3 (Jia-Xu)
Chinese Year of the: Dragon 4722 (until January 29, 2025) [Wu-Chen]
Hebrew: 2 Iyar 5784
Islamic: 2 Dhu al-Qada 1445
J Cal: 11 Magenta; Foursday [11 of 30]
Julian: 27 April 2024
Moon: 15%: Waxing Crescent
Positivist: 19 Caesar (5th Month) [Paulus Aemilius]
Runic Half Month: Ing (Expansive Energy) [Day 1 of 15]
Season: Spring (Day 53 of 92)
Week: 1st Full Week of May
Zodiac: Taurus (Day 21 of 31)
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Holidays 5.10
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Human Kindness Day
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2nd Saturday in May
American Indian Day [2nd Saturday]
Birth Mother's Day [2nd Saturday]
Black Fae Day [2nd Saturday]
Brunch for Lunch Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
Cook With Your Kids Day [2nd Saturday]
Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
Duckling Day (Boston) [2nd Saturday]
German Sekt Day (Germany) [2nd Saturday]
Global Big Day [2nd Saturday]
International Day of Argania (UN)
International Lugger Falcon Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
International Migratory Bird Day [2nd Saturday]
Jamestown Day (Virginia) [2nd Saturday]
Letter Carriers "Stamp Out Hunger" Food Drive Day [2nd Saturday]
Martin Z. Mollusk Day (Ocean City, NJ) [Saturday of 1st Full Week]
Mother Ocean Day [Saturday before 2nd Sunday]
National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day [2nd Saturday]
National Archery Day [2nd Saturday]
National Babysitters Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
National Bake Sale Day [2nd Saturday]
National Balloon Day (UK) [2nd Saturday]
National Cycling Day (Netherlands) [2nd Saturday]
National Dog Mom’s Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
National Mild Day (UK) [2nd Saturday]
National Miniature Golf Day [2nd Saturday]
National Train Day [2nd Saturday]
National Windmill Day (Netherlands) [2nd Saturday]
Native American Day (f.k.a. American Indian Day) [2nd Saturday]
Prairie Appreciation Day [2nd Saturday]
Salad Saturday [2nd Saturday of Each Month]
Sandwich Saturday [Every Saturday]
Satirical Saturday [2nd Saturday of Each Month]
Six For Saturday [Every Saturday]
Spaghetti Saturday [Every Saturday]
Stay Up All Night Day [2nd Saturday]
Sun Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
World Belly Dance Day [2nd Saturday]
World Binturong Day [2nd Saturday]
World Bonsai Day [2nd Saturday]
World Buckfast Day [2nd Saturday]
World Collage Day [2nd Saturday]
World Fair Trade Day [2nd Saturday]
World Migratory Bird Day (UN) [2nd Saturday]
Yale Day of Service [2nd Saturday]
Weekly Holidays beginning May 10 (1st Full Week of May)
Armed Forces Week (thru 5.17) [2nd Saturday thru 3rd Saturday]_
National Bike Week (thru 5.18)
Universal Family Week (thru 5.16)
World Migratory Bird Weekend (thru 5.11)
Festivals On or Beginning May 10, 2025
Boonville Beer Fest (Boonville, California)
Buzz B-Q (North Little Rock, Arkansas)
Castroville Chamber Beer & Wine Fest (Castroville, Texas)
Dillsburg PickleFest (Dillsburg, Pennsylvania)
Flower Festival (Baku, Azerbaijan)
Giro D’Italia (Italy) [thru 6.1]
Great Bay Food Truck Festival (Stratham, New Hampshire)
Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival (Hiawassee, Georgia)
La Ceiba Carnival (La Ceiba, Honduras) [thru 5.24]
Maryland Craft Beer Festival (Frederick, Maryland)
Mid-Michigan Llama Show (Charlotte, Michigan) [thru 5.11]
MT Brewers Spring Rendezvous (Bozeman, Montana)
Mud Bug Boil Off (Thibodaux, Louisiana)
Paradise Chocolate Fest (Paradise, California)
Paso Robles Olive Festival & Annual Lavender Festival (Paso Robles, California)
Rip Van Winkle Wine, Brew & Beverage Festival (Catskill, New York)
St. Louis Microfest (St. Louis, Missouri)
Taste of Pennsylvania (York, Pennsylvania)
Utah Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire (Marriott-Slaterville, Utah) [thru 5.26]
Verde Valley Wine Festival (Cottonwood, Arizona)
West Virginia Strawberry Festival (Buckhannon, West Virginia) [thru 5.18]
Windsor Zucchini Festival (Gainesville, Florida)
Lunar Calendar Holidays
Chinese: Month 4 (Xin-Si), Day 13 (Ji-Mao)
Day Pillar: Earth Rabbit
12-Day Officers/12 Gods: Open Day (開 Kai) [Auspicious]
Holidays: None Known
Secular Saints Days
Fred Astaire (Entertainment)
Bono (Music)
Barbara Taylor Bradford (Literature)
Fats Domino (Music)
Donovan (Music)
Augustin-Jean Fresnel (Science)
Benito Pérez Galdós (Literature)
Desmond MacNamara (Art)
Dave Mason (Music)
Suzan-Lori Parks (Literature)
Konstantinos Parthenis (Art)
Cecelia Payne (Science)
Tonita Peña (Art)
Hildrus Poindexter (Science)
John Scalzi (Literature)
Alex Schomburg (Art)
Max Steiner (Music)
Nancy Walker (Entertainment)
Paul Wunderlich (Art)
Feast Days
Alphius, Philadelphus and Cyrinus (Christian; Martyrs)
Antonius, Archbishop of Florence (Christian; Saint)
Aurelian of Limoges (Christian; Saint)
Calepodius (Christian; Saint)
Catald (a.k.a. Cathal; Christian; Saint)
Comgall (Christian; Saint)
Conleth (Christian; Saint)
Damien of Molokai (Christian; Saint)
Feast of the Wedding of Shiva & Meenakshi (India; Everyday Wicca)
Fido (Muppetism)
Galepodius (Christian; Martyr)
Gordian and Epimachus (Christian; Martyrs)
Hannibal (Positivist; Saint)
Incense to Bring Love Day (Starza Pagan Book of Days)
Job the Patriarch (Roman Catholic Church, pre-1969 calendar)
John of Ávila (Christian; Saint)
John Holmes Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)
Lemuralia, Day 2 (Ancient Rome; Dedicated to Eradicating Malevolent Spirits of the Dead)
Lofn’s Blot (Pagan)
Mutant Awareness Day (Pastafarian)
Rosalia (Ancient Roman Memorial Day)
Solange (Christian; Virgin & Martyr)
Tin Hat Day (Chinese Goddess of the North Star; Hong Kong)
Wolverine Day (Pastafarian)
Lucky & Unlucky Days
Butsumetsu (仏滅 Japan) [Unlucky all day.]
Lemuria (Day 2 of 3; Ancient Rome) [Unlucky to Marry]
Tycho Brahe Unlucky Day (Scandinavia) [22 of 37]
Premieres
Alligator Crawl, recorded by Louis Armstrong and His Hot Seven (Song; 1927)
All Things Bright and Beautiful, by James Herriot (Novel; 1975)
The Cactus Kid (Mickey Mouse Disney Cartoon; 1930)
A Cat, a Mouse and a Bell (Color Rhapsody Cartoon; 1935)
The Cider House Rules, by John Irving (Novel; 1985)
Cold Comfort Farm (Film; 1996)
Common Scents (Loopy De Loop cartoon; 1962)
Computer World, by Kraftwerk (Album; 1981)
Dorsai!, by Gordon R. Dickson (Novel; 1959)
The Escapades of Estelle (Gaumont Kartoon Komics Cartoon; 1916)
Farm Frolics (WB MM Cartoon; 1941)
Feather Bluster (WB MM Cartoon; 1958)
Fire Bugs (Fleischer Talkartoons Cartoon; 1930)
Fish Follies (Phantasies Cartoon; 1940)
The Flowers of Buffoonery, by Osamu Dazai (Novel; 1935)
The Fly Guy (Aesop’s Sound Fable Cartoon; 1931)
For a Few Dollars More (Film; 1967)
Gatsby (Film; 2013)
Golf Socks (Krazy Kat Cartoon; 1929)
Good Omens, by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett (Novel; 1990)
Guntram, by Richard Strauss (Opera; 1894)
The Hot Rock, by Donald E. Westlake (Novel; 1970)
In Dutch (Disney Cartoon; 1946)
In the Wilds (Speaking of Animals Cartoon; 1946)
I Shot the Sheriff, recorded by Eric Clapton (Song; 1974)
Ko-Ko Needles the Boss (Fleischer Out of the Inkwell Cartoon; 1927)
Last and First Men, by Olaf Stapledon (Novel; 1930)
Lovesexy, by Prince (Album; 1988)
The Man Who Fell to Earth, by Walter Tevis (Novel; 1963)
Misunderstanding, by Genesis (Song; 1980)
Monty Python (Comedy Group; 1969)
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (Film; 1975)
The Muppets Mayhem (TV Series; 2023)
Murder in the Mill-Race, by E.C.R. Lorac (Novel; 1952)
Museum of Modern Art (New York City Museum; 1939)
Naughty But Mice (WB MM Cartoon; 1939)
Patriotic Popeye (Fleischer/Famous Popeye Cartoon; 1957)
The Pink Panther: Pink at First Sight (DePatie-Freleng Animated TV Special; 1981)
Pokemon: Detective Pikachu (Film 2019)
Porky’s Ant (WB LT Cartoon; 1941)
The Professor and the Madman (Film; 2019)
Puppy Love (Aesop’s Film Fable Cartoon; 1928)
Rabbit Transit (WB LT Cartoon; 1947)
Rio, by Duran Duran (Album; 1982)
The Silmarillion, by J.R.R. Tolkien (Novel; 1978)
Sinkin’ in the Bathtub (WB LT Cartoon; 1930)
Sock-a-Doddle Do (WB LT Cartoon; 1952)
Switch (Film; 1991)
Tolkien (Film; 2019)
A Toyland Robbery (Keen Cartoon; 1916)
Twister (Film; 1996)
The Uncultured Vulture (Columbia Favorites; 1956)
Under the Counter Spy (Woody Woodpecker Cartoon; 1954)
Up the Down Staircase, by Bel Kaufman (Novel; 1964)
Weezer (a.k.a. The Blue Album), by Weezer (Album; 1994)
Today’s Name Days
Gordian, Isidor, Liliana (Austria)
Ivan, Job (Croatia)
Blažena (Czech Republic)
Gordianus (Denmark)
Aina, Aini, Ainike, Aino, Ainu (Estonia)
Aina, Aini, Ainikki, Aino (Finland)
Solange (France)
Damian, Gordian, Isidor, Liliana (Germany)
Simon, Simonas (Greece)
Ármin, Pálma (Hungary)
Alfio, Antonino, Cataldo, Miro, Quarto (Italy)
Maija, Mairita (Latvia)
Putinas, Sangailė, Viktorina (Lithuania)
Asbjørg, Asbjørn, Espen (Norway)
Antonin, Częstomir, Izydor, Jan, Symeon, Wiktoryna (Poland)
Simon (România)
Viktória (Slovakia)
Damián, Juan (Spain)
Esbjörn, Styrbjörn (Sweden)
Cormac, Cormick, Gordon, Job, Joby, Jobina, Max, Maximilian, Maximus, Maxine, Maxwell (USA)
Today is Also…
Day of Year: Day 130 of 2025; 235 days remaining in the year
ISO Week: Day 6 of Week 19 of 2025
Celtic Tree Calendar: Saille (Willow) [Day 26 of 28]
Chinese: Month 4 (Xin-Si), Day 13 (Ji-Mao)
Chinese Year of the: Snake 4723 (until February 17, 2026) [Ding-Chou]
Coptic: 2 Bashans 1741
Druid Tree Calendar: Jasmine (May 1-14) [Day 10 of 14]
Hebrew: 12 Iyar 5785
Islamic: 12 Dhu al-Qada 1446
Julian: 27 April 2025
Moon: 96%: Waxing Gibbous
Positivist: 18 Caesar (5th Month) [Hannibal]
Runic Half Month: Lagu (Flowing Water) [Day 12 of 15] (thru 5.12)
Season: Spring (Day 51 of 92)
SUn Calendar: 10 Magenta; Threesday [10 of 30]
Week: 1st Full Week of May
Zodiac:
Tropical (Typical) Zodiac: Taurus (Day 21 of 31)
Sidereal Zodiac: Aries (Day 27 of 31)
Schmidt Zodiac: Aries (Day 25 of 31)
IAU Boundaries (Current) Zodiac: Aries (Day 22 of 25)
IAU Boundaries (1977) Zodiac: Aries (Day 22 of 25)
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Monmouth County Landscaping Masters: Transforming Jersey Shore Properties
Living by the Jersey Shore means soaking in ocean breezes, coastal charm—and yes, a few landscaping hurdles. From salty air to unpredictable weather, your yard faces a lot. That’s why teaming up with an Expert Landscaper in Colts Neck, NJ can make all the difference. With local know-how and a creative touch, the right team helps you turn your outdoor space into something you’ll love and use every day.
Here’s how a local pro can help transform your property, season after season.
1. Designing Landscapes for Coastal Life
Coastal yards need a little extra TLC. Between the salt in the air, shifting soil, and strong winds, your landscape needs to be built for both resilience and beauty. That’s where local expertise shines.
Your coastal-friendly yard might include:
Hardy, salt-tolerant plants that flourish in sandy soil
Smart irrigation and drainage to keep things thriving
Thoughtful layouts that make the most of your views and sunlight
A local landscaper will help you design a space that not only survives—but truly thrives—right by the shore.
2. Hardscaping That Adds Style and Function
Want to take your backyard from “nice” to “wow”? Hardscaping is the way to go. Think patios, fire pits, garden paths, or even an outdoor kitchen. These features make your yard more livable—and way more fun.
Here’s what you can build into your space:
Non-slip pavers perfect for walkways and poolside lounging
Retaining walls that tame sloped yards and frame flower beds
Cozy fire features or stone seating areas for cool evenings
With the right plan, hardscaping and landscaping work hand in hand to create a space that feels like home.
3. Regular Maintenance That Keeps Things Looking Sharp
Once your dream yard is in place, keeping it in top shape is the next step. Local landscapers offer ongoing services to make sure everything stays green, clean, and well cared for—without eating up your weekends.
Your maintenance plan could include:
Mowing, edging, and seasonal fertilization
Tree and shrub trimming to keep things neat and healthy
Pest and weed control using safe, eco-friendly methods
By hiring an Expert Landscaper in Monmouth County, you get to enjoy a beautiful yard—without the hassle.
4. Sustainable Landscaping That Gives Back
Want a yard that’s beautiful and better for the planet? A great landscaper can help you go green with thoughtful, low-impact solutions.
Sustainable touches might include:
Installing drip irrigation that cuts water waste
Choosing native, drought-resistant plants
Using compost and natural treatments to feed your soil
These strategies don’t just help the environment—they make your yard easier to maintain and more budget-friendly in the long run.
Conclusion
Whether you’re dreaming of a lush front lawn, a backyard retreat, or both, partnering with an Expert Landscaper in Monmouth County can bring that vision to life. With smart design, ongoing care, and sustainable choices, your property will be the envy of the neighborhood.
Ready to see what your yard can become? Call us today or reach out online to set up a consultation. Let’s bring your outdoor space to life—beautifully and effortlessly.
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Deep Cut Gardens
Explore the Tranquil Beauty of Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown, NJ
Hidden within the heart of Monmouth County, Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown, New Jersey, is a peaceful sanctuary that blends horticultural excellence with natural serenity. Designed to educate and inspire gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers, this 54-acre park is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the quiet elegance of New Jersey’s landscaped beauty.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a photographer in search of stunning visuals, or simply someone in need of a peaceful walk among blooms, Deep Cut Gardens offers a uniquely tranquil and enriching experience. It’s not just a park—it’s a living, breathing museum of plant life.
A Rich History Rooted in Horticulture
The origins of Deep Cut Gardens date back to the 1930s, when Vito Genovese, a wealthy industrialist, developed the land into a lavish private estate, complete with terraced gardens, greenhouses, and a stately manor. Over time, the property passed into public hands and was transformed by the Monmouth County Park System into a horticultural education center open to all.
Today, the gardens retain much of their historic charm while continuing to evolve with modern landscaping and educational programming. The legacy of meticulous planning, stunning architecture, and environmental stewardship continues to define the spirit of Deep Cut Gardens.
A Garden for All Seasons
Deep Cut Gardens is a destination that changes with the seasons. From the colorful blooms of spring to the rich foliage of autumn, every visit brings something new.
Spring and Summer:
During the warmer months, the gardens come alive with color. Tulips, daffodils, azaleas, and rhododendrons create a brilliant display, while the rose parterre, a central feature of the park, showcases over 50 varieties of roses in full bloom.
Fall:
As the temperatures drop, the gardens transition into a warm tapestry of reds, oranges, and yellows. The Japanese maples and ornamental grasses offer striking autumnal views, making this a favorite time for photographers.
Winter:
Even in winter, Deep Cut Gardens has its charms. The evergreen displays, dried grasses, and structural forms of deciduous trees highlight the artistry of the garden’s design. The greenhouses remain active year-round, offering a cozy retreat filled with tropical and desert plants.
Highlights of Deep Cut Gardens
1. Rose Parterre Garden
The rose garden is a focal point of Deep Cut Gardens and one of its most photographed spots. Designed in a formal geometric layout, the parterre showcases hybrid tea, floribunda, and shrub roses. Visitors can enjoy peak blooms from late spring through early fall, with informative signage on care, pruning, and varietal types.
2. Horticultural Center
The on-site Horticultural Center is an educational hub that provides resources for gardeners of all levels. It offers seasonal classes, lectures, and workshops on topics like composting, native plants, organic gardening, and pest management. There’s also a reference library and plant clinic where visitors can get help diagnosing garden problems.
3. Greenhouses
Deep Cut Gardens boasts several greenhouses, each dedicated to different climates and plant types. Visitors can explore cacti and succulents, ferns, orchids, and other exotic plant varieties that would otherwise be difficult to grow in New Jersey’s climate.
4. Shade Garden and Woodland Trails
The shaded trails wind through native woodland areas featuring ferns, hostas, hellebores, and other shade-loving species. Benches are placed throughout for visitors to rest and enjoy the tranquil sounds of nature. Interpretive signs along the trails educate visitors about native plant species and their ecological importance.
5. Meditation and Rock Gardens
Designed for quiet reflection, these areas offer peace and serenity. Stone benches, water features, and artfully arranged rocks and plants create calming environments perfect for meditation or mindful walks.
Family-Friendly Activities and Education
Deep Cut Gardens isn’t just for adults—it’s a great place for families and children, too. Seasonal scavenger hunts, gardening programs for kids, and hands-on workshops provide educational fun for young visitors. Programs like “Grow with Me” and “Junior Gardeners” help children develop a connection with nature and learn about plant life.
Special events such as Gardening Day, Earth Day celebrations, and Plant Swap Saturdays invite the community to engage with the space and with each other. The park’s friendly staff and volunteers are always available to answer questions and offer gardening tips.
Free and Accessible to All
One of the most appealing aspects of Deep Cut Gardens is that admission and parking are free. Open year-round, the park welcomes individuals, families, and school groups. It’s an ideal location for photography sessions, small weddings, or a peaceful walk through nature.
Location: 152 Red Hill Road, Middletown, NJ 07748 Hours: Open daily from 8:00 AM to dusk (Greenhouse: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, closed on holidays) Phone: (732) 671-6050
The park is ADA-compliant and offers paved paths, accessible restrooms, and designated parking spots for individuals with disabilities.
Tips for Visiting Deep Cut Gardens
Visit during early morning or late afternoon for the best lighting and fewer crowds.
Check the Monmouth County Park System website for upcoming events and classes.
Bring a camera – this is a photographer’s paradise, especially during rose season or autumn foliage.
Respect the plants and landscape – stay on paths and avoid picking flowers.
Pack a picnic – while there are no food services on-site, visitors can bring a lunch and enjoy a quiet meal on the lawn or at one of the benches.
A Sanctuary in Suburbia
In a fast-paced world, places like Deep Cut Gardens offer a vital respite. The harmony of nature, design, and education makes it more than just a pretty place—it’s a sanctuary for learning, relaxation, and inspiration. Its emphasis on sustainability and public education ensures that every visitor leaves not only refreshed but enriched.
Whether you’re looking to expand your gardening knowledge, enjoy a quiet afternoon walk, or simply reconnect with nature, Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown, NJ, offers the perfect blend of beauty and purpose. Make it your next weekend getaway or frequent escape into the world of botanical wonder.
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Unfinished, Unpublished Late March / Early April Newsletter
i'm saving it for the archives though.
Intro:
i struggled to write a newsletter this month because reading even the sites that i usually look to for positive news relevant to us have been sort of a radioactive force for my psyche. But here I am, at the last minute as usual, with some news for you despite it all.
Enrichment:
Here's a short poem I wrote about someone I met who made my day:
Yesterday I met an Arborist Who works in a bigoted town; He tries train his crew not to be racist And to stop cutting good trees down.
He seemed pretty defeatist but it made me happy that he was trying anyway.
And now, some links:
How The Rise of Androgyny Changed Our Passports
Resources:
welcome spring! find high-impact native plants by top level ecoregion
get electoral, if that's your persuasion!
be peacefully uncooperative, if that's your persuasion!
struggle for liberation, if that's your persuasion!
News:
Resistance to Trump is everywhere — inside the first 50 days of mass protest
Two stories reflecting on action in the south: ATL Forest 3/14, FL Abolition 3/15
Resistance is alive and well in the United States
Tesla owners are trading in their EVs at record levels, Edmunds says
From Seattle to Miami, anti-Musk protesters gather at hundreds of Tesla locations
Thank you to Tesla Takedown protestors in Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. Along with protests in other states (incl. AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IL, IN, OH, OK, OR, MA, MD, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, PA, UT, WA, WI) and other countries (incl. Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland), there were protests at over 200 Tesla locations on March 29, 2025. Thank you as well to protestors in other regions and countries, as well as protestors who took action on days leading up to Tesla Takedown.
Musk claims he's stepping down from DOGE in May. Some say it's so that he can dodge freedom of information act requests, some say he's still gonna be de-facto in charge of DOGE. Either way, the energy of this past month has been defined by Musk and the other members of Trump's crony entourage.
Actions:
Divest. No, seriously, Divest! People on this site act like it's crazy to think that anybody on here has Tesla stock, but if you have access to a 401(k) or a similar retirement acccount through your employer (and roughly half of America's workers do!), you are probably invested in TSLA. If this is the case, and if you are able to, you can divest from those funds, or you can contact the fund managers and ask them to divest. Yes, even if your total investment into that fund is like 12 bucks or something, you have the right to bug the fund manager about it. That 12 bucks (or whatever) may give you the right to put that thought into the head of somebody with control over millions of dollars. Vanguard is the big name you want to look for in your portfolio, but you should be able to find documentation on all of your investments through whatever institution provides your plan. If you want me to go into more detail on this, let me know because I can.
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Hillside Design Concepts Inspired by Nature with Industry Leaders including Ted Vitale (NJ)
Designing on a hillside can be both a challenge and an opportunity to create an outdoor space that blends seamlessly with nature. The natural terrain provides a unique canvas for homeowners and designers to work with, offering breathtaking views and a sense of tranquility. When combined with thoughtful landscaping concepts inspired by the environment, a hillside can become an oasis that reflects the beauty and harmony of the natural world.
The idea of creating hillside designs inspired by nature emphasizes not only aesthetics but also ecological balance. This approach can include everything from sustainable plant choices to incorporating natural elements like rocks, water, and wood into the design. With these elements in mind, hillside landscapes can serve both functional and aesthetic purposes, enhancing the surrounding environment while minimizing human impact. By focusing on nature-inspired designs, hillside areas can be transformed into spaces of serenity and sustainability.
Working with the Terrain
When designing a hillside, it’s crucial to work with the natural contours of the land rather than against them. By embracing the slope, designers can create terraces that reduce soil erosion and provide usable outdoor areas. Terracing, a method where the slope is broken down into horizontal levels, is a popular approach. This technique not only stabilizes the land but also creates visually appealing layers that mimic the natural patterns of mountains or hills as highlighted by professionals like Ted Vitale (NJ).
To complement the natural contours, planting areas can be strategically placed on each level to encourage growth. For example, deep-rooted plants can stabilize the soil on steeper slopes, while flowering shrubs or ornamental grasses can enhance the aesthetic value of the terraces. The incorporation of natural stone walls or timber can further enhance the visual appeal, creating a rustic, organic look that blends with the landscape.
Integrating Water Features
Leaders such as Ted Vitale (NJ) mention that water features are an essential component of many nature-inspired hillside designs. By adding elements like streams, waterfalls, or ponds, homeowners can evoke the beauty of natural water systems found in forests and mountains. A cascading waterfall, for example, can make use of the natural slope of the land, creating a soothing sound while helping manage water runoff. This not only adds visual interest but also supports environmental sustainability by promoting natural water cycles.
Water features can be enhanced with the use of natural materials like rocks and pebbles to create a seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. A small pond or creek that meanders through the hillside can mimic the appearance of a mountain stream. These features not only enhance the aesthetic value but also promote biodiversity by providing a habitat for local wildlife, including birds, frogs, and insects. When strategically placed, water elements contribute to a natural flow that complements the overall design.
Choosing Native Plants
Native plants play a significant role in hillside designs inspired by nature. These plants are adapted to local climate conditions and soil types, making them easier to maintain and more resilient. By using native species, designers can create landscapes that are not only sustainable but also beneficial to local ecosystems. Native plants provide food and shelter for wildlife while reducing the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides.
Incorporating native plants into a hillside design can create a lush, vibrant environment that changes with the seasons. For example, wildflowers can add bursts of color during spring and summer, while deciduous trees provide shade in the hotter months. Ground covers like native grasses help stabilize the soil, preventing erosion and promoting healthy growth. Industry leaders including Ted Vitale (NJ) convey that a careful selection of plants ensures that the hillside remains in harmony with its environment, supporting local wildlife and fostering biodiversity.
Utilizing Natural Materials
In hillside designs, the use of natural materials like stone, wood, and gravel is essential to create a harmonious and durable landscape. Stone pathways, retaining walls, and decorative boulders blend seamlessly with the surrounding terrain, giving the space an organic, timeless feel. These materials not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also provide structural support as pointed out by professionals like Ted Vitale (NJ), particularly in managing water flow and preventing erosion.
Wooden decks or pergolas can create inviting spaces for relaxation, offering a natural contrast to the ruggedness of the hillside. The use of reclaimed wood or sustainably sourced timber aligns with the trend toward eco-conscious design. Gravel or pebbled paths are another natural material that can be used to provide accessibility to different areas of the hillside without disturbing the land too much. These materials ensure the design is both functional and environmentally friendly.
Creating Wildlife Habitats
One of the key benefits of hillside designs inspired by nature is the opportunity to create a habitat for local wildlife. By incorporating plants, water features, and natural shelters, hillside landscapes can become havens for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. For example, installing birdhouses, bat boxes, or rock piles provides safe spaces for various species to thrive.
Wildlife-friendly designs also focus on creating a diverse range of plant life that supports pollinators like bees and butterflies. Adding flowering plants, shrubs, and trees ensures there is a continuous supply of food and shelter for these important creatures. A hillside that fosters biodiversity becomes a vibrant, dynamic space that contributes positively to the environment and supports the natural ecosystem.
Designing a hillside with nature-inspired concepts creates a space that is not only beautiful but also sustainable and ecologically balanced. Leaders such as Ted Vitale (NJ) express that by embracing natural materials, selecting native plants, and incorporating water features, homeowners can transform a sloped landscape into a tranquil oasis. These designs promote biodiversity, prevent soil erosion, and reduce the environmental footprint of landscaping.
As more people seek eco-conscious solutions, hillside design inspired by nature provides a powerful way to harmonize with the environment. By respecting the natural terrain and incorporating elements that enhance the beauty of the land, hillside landscapes can serve as models of sustainability and aesthetic value, offering a peaceful retreat that blends seamlessly with nature.
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Plant Profile: Red Maple - Acer rubrum
If you live in America you've probably seen a red maple before, this versatile little beast is one of the most ecologically widespread and common tree species in the east.
Let's start with the name: Why is it called Red Maple? The name refers to the beautiful ruby red spring buds/flowers (Image 1: Red Maple swamp West Milford, NJ) in addition to the vibrant fall colors. Suburbanites often confuse 'Japanese' maples as "red maples" due to the leaf hue but unlike that cultivated variety, Acer rubrum has green leaves and will preform very differently, angry clients sometimes 'buy the wrong tree' then make it YOUR problem.
Red maples are very variable within their geographic range, in some forests they can occupy a dominant understory position, some they are dry mountain dwellers, while in others they are niche successional wetland species but in most cases they exist as a 'short' lived tree usually dying before 100 years of age (Image 2: 150 year old specimen, Chester County, PA). These phenological differences can be genetic quirks of an isolated population or just occupying an available place.
Quick description on how to identify: Red maples are a fast growing deciduous tree species usually free of branches for about half it's height (reaching around a hundred feet). The bark itself is usually a smooth darker grey when young becoming lighter, randomly furrowed, ridged and scaly at maturity, in wetland environments it's not uncommon to see a lime green lichen present on its bark (Image 6). Twigs are usually purplish with redder new growth (Image 4). Buds and flowers are usually fully red (Image 3) and samaras (cute helicopter seeds) have red and green tints and are quite small compared to other American maples. These trees are usually unisexual (flowers are male or female, some pollinated female flowers image 3) though some have both sexes on the same tree and have been known to change genders. The leaf of a red maple (image 5) is pretty variable in proportions but has 3 very distinct lobes (sometimes 5 lobes) and very toothy, opposite placement and will create the most vibrant red color in fall fading slowly to yellow sometimes.
Within its native range red maple has a few 'subspecies' (Swamp red maple var. drummondii whose leaf has hairy undersides and Carolina red maple var trilobum which has a smaller 3 lobed leaf) but not many look alikes of other species. Mountain maple (Acer spicatum) has similar leaves but is a shrub present in the Appalachias and anywhere north of New York. Amur maple is also similar but this is usually restricted to gardens and has a proportionally long leaf.
The native range of red maple encompasses the entire Eastern United States with a southwestern limits in East Texas and a northwestern limit in Minnesota extending eastward with a northern limit in Newfoundland. I've personally seen this tree at both limits of its range (the Everglades and Quebec) and the further south one goes the more restricted to swamps and streams, conversely the further north the less restricted to wetlands it is (Image above: Red Maple on right in Catskills Mountains).
Habitat: Red maple is relatively dominant in New England-Mid Atlantic Wetlands, every tree you see with green lichen is a red maple in the image above (Great Swamp,NJ). The key for red maple seedling germination is soil moisture, which is why the further north one goes the more common it is to find. Naturally Red Maple is not meant to be as dominate as it is, I often state colonialism influenced our modern forest cover in distinct ways. Fire suppression, Low lumber value, and Clear Cut Disturbance has allowed the tree to thrive. Early successional (fast growth/high seeding) and Late successional habits (shade tolerance) makes Red Maple a perfect candidate for 'domination'. This may seem like a looming biodiversity threat when in reality the tree regenerates forest loss extremely well, it's short lifespan and weak wood/shallow root system often allows hardier trees (in non-wetland conditions) to readily take over after several decades. Each image (above and below) I'm showing with near total Red Maple coverage was once farmland less than a century prior giving way to variable forest. Additionally Red maples are important food sources for early pollinators and it's seeds are probably one of the top early summer food sources for squirrels.
Future trends: It is unknown what the future holds for Red Maples, With climate change increasing heavy precipitation events and late spring droughts may impact seedling success, though the tree is hardy in floods and dry periods. The Image above actually just experienced a large wildfire (the image is 6 month before burn) which will likely lead to a replacement with more fire tolerant species. Red Maples have thin bark and die easily when facing predation (Beaver herbivory visible mid-left above) and disturbances. On a positive note, according to a 2022 Boston University study warming trends are increasing the nutritional content (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, etc. concentrations) of its foliage which may be good for forest soil health.
Direct Uses: Red maple is considered a 'soft' maple and is often not used for much aside from veneer. Red maples have concentrated forms of tannin and the bark can potentially be used to make dyes though I have not tried this. Of direct human consumption occasionally people will use this species to derive syrup though unlike sugar maples they have a relatively short harvest period. The leaves are also toxic fodder for equine species (and humans), so don't use this in silvopasture!
Growing Red Maple: Thousands of red maple seedlings usually take over my beds and die within the year, occasionally I'll take a sapling for my personal nursery. I've found that the tree performs extremely well in partial shade and has the potential to grow 2' a year once established. Once mature, not much will survive around the trunk due to it's shallow roots.
Condition and Landscaping: Red Maple is a catch-22 in landscaping: it grows fast, has great color, it can thrive in bad conditions like flooding, droughts, sidewalks, pollution, disease and major damage.... unfortunately they tend to carry these marks and branches can break easily. Many cities use red maple cultivars and hybrids guaranteed to have decent form, it's shallow roots prevent weed (and grass) growth around the trunk. European and west coast cities utilize a hybrid between silver and red maple (Acer x freemanii) as a common hardy street tree. There are two cultivars I will recommend: 'Brandywine' which has dense foliage and 'October Glory' which has deep red fall colors and seeds
Restoration performance: Red Maple makes an excellent forest edge species allowing its vibrant fall color to be fully enjoyed and producing dense foliage to protect the inner woods from drying sunlight (sapling in field above from the Poconos). They're best utilized in wetland restoration projects as they are quite prolific and survive long periods of standing water.
So this was my quick piece on maybe our most common tree, if you're in New England/the Mid-Atlantic in mid winter to spring look up for the characteristic red buds, they're waiting for the right day length to bloom!
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Dispensary Mt Holly News: Clade 9 Founder Interview and Products
There are many premier brands here at Fire and Oak. One of them is Clade 9. Currently, we offer different kinds of Clade 9 flower, such as “Figueroa Og,” “Fig Bar,” “La Piff,” and “G13.” If it feels like you can’t find those products elsewhere in Mt Holly, there’s a reason for that: we have an exclusivity deal with Clade 9.
Recently, we sat down with Dave Holmes, the founder of Clade 9, to talk to him about his products, his process, what goes into Clade 9, and what it’s been like expanding into the New Jersey market. Clade 9 Founder Dave Holmes
Tell us about your journey in cannabis. How did you start growing and what is the origin story of Clade 9?
I was introduced to Cannabis when I was 9 years old. My uncle was a guerilla grower in the LA National Forest but also had a garden in his backyard. My older brother who was a pot dealer had me harvest some buds from my Uncle’s garden when he wasn’t there. I ended up selling some to my 5th-grade peers and got in trouble.
My older brother also ended up getting arrested for that same crop. LOL. My cultivation career came many years later when I was in grad school and my friend showed me his hydro garden. I was blown away by the sophistication and science and immediately started doing it. This was around 1999.
The name Clade 9 came about because of my love of genetics and evolution. In grad school, I learned about cladistics and the study of Clades. A Clade is essentially a branch on the tree of life.
What are your personal favorite strains as a grower/consumer / and lastly, as a business owner?
Favorite Strain as Grower – Fig Bar and Figueroa OG because of their consistency.
Favorite Strain as a consumer – This has evolved over time but it’s currently Fig Bar. It used to be Pre-98 Bubba and before that Mendo Purps or Skunk #1/ White Widow.
Favorite Strain as a Business Owner – J1. It’s such a fun plant to grow and by far the best Jack cross I have ever grown in terms of yield and structure.
What has your experience been like in the NJ market thus far? How did you decide to enter NJ?
The experience has been amazing. The New Jersey customers are knowledgeable and really know what they want. I’m happy to be able to give them some diversity and flavors not currently in the market. We entered NJ because we had a native on our team that gave us a path to licensing. It took several years and a lot of groundwork but we made it happen. What You Can Expect from Clade 9
How do you determine what genetics you run? Are you breeding them or sourcing genetics from others? What qualities do you look for in genetics to put into your rotation?
We try to grow what the people want. The strains we grow are a combination of strains I’ve collected, traded and bred myself. I try to build my menu based on terpene profiles. Essentially I try to find the best version of every terp profile whether that’s the best Gas, Bubba, Jack, Purp, Tangie or Candy Gas. I’m constantly looking for the best version of each category.
We do a lot of customer strain testing to try and get the menu right. We’ve even made an event out of it that we call “Terpmasters.”
Any new strains in the works for the NJ market?
Yes, I’m working on adding Purps and Candy Gas flavors to the menu. Clade 9 at Fire and Oak
As of this writing, we offer four different kinds of Clade 9 flower. These include:
Fig Bar: Selected for beauty, potency, and its heavy effect, this Indica can help you to drift away.
G13: Highly potent, this hybrid has a terp profile that derives from funky, cheese fuel.
Figueroa Og: If you want to relax for a social situation, Figueroa Og’s potent enough to help you feel calm while you mingle.
La Piff: There’s never a bad time of day to smoke this sativa. If you’re looking to feel energetic, creative, and euphoric, this strain gets the job done. Upcoming News from Our Dispensary in Mt Holly
You can find our Clade 9 products through our site or by stopping into our dispensary in Mt Holly. Clade 9 is going to be a featured brand at our Coffee and Cannabis Sesh on June 29th. Tickets are still available and you can get one just for spending more than $50 at Fire and Oak. We look forward to seeing you!
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Holidays 5.10
Holidays
American Planetarium Day
Asian Pacific American Mental Health Day
AWS Smart Business Day
Bad Breath Day (UK)
Bank Employees Day (Kyrgyzstan)
Bear Witness Day (Canada)
Cecelia Payne Day
Children’s Day (Maldives)
Clean Up Your Room Day
Confederate Memorial Day (NC, SC)
Dia De La Madre (Mexico)
Dysarthria Awareness Day (UK)
Empty the Tanks Day
Ependymoma Awareness Day
Fight Day (Japan)
Finger Face Puppet Day
Five & Dime Day
510 Day
Flower Festival (Azerbaijan)
Golden Spike Day
Home Guard Day (UK)
Human Kindness Day
Incredible Hulk Day
Indian Arrival Day (Jamaica)
International Day of Argania
International Monty Python Day
Jamestown Day
Library Legislative Days
Maid Day (Japan)
Mother’s Day (El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico)
Move for Health Day
National Brand Day (China)
National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day
National Clean Your Room Day
National Day of Action Against Anti-Asian Racism (Canada)
National Lipid Day
National School Nurse Day
National Ship Via Rail Day
National Small Business Day
National Wanna Have a Catch Day
National Washington Day
Native American Day (Indiana)
Occupational Safety and Health Professional Day
One Day Without Shoes
PACES (Parents and Children Exercise Simultaneously) Day
Pastele Blajinilor (Memory/Parent’s Day; Moldova)
Resistance and Liberation Day (Lebanon)
Ring Day
Royal Ploughing Ceremony (Thailand)
Stay Up All Night Night
Tag des Buches (Book Day; Germany)
Thrift Day (French Republic)
Tower Technician Appreciation Day
Trust Your Intuition Day
Whacking Day (The Simpsons)
Windmill Day
World Baseball Softball Day
World Day of Social Communications
World Facilities Management Day
World Lupus Day
World Orienteering Day
Food & Drink Celebrations
National Chocolate Fish Day (New Zealand)
National Liver and Onions Day
National Shrimp Day
Nature Celebrations
Birds & Trees Day (Hungary)
Flag Iris (Elegant Heart; Korean Birth Flowers)
German Shepherd Day
Mother Ocean Day
National Bonsai Day
National Cactus Day
National Canine Companion Graduation Day
National Mangrove Day (Thailand)
National Tree Growing Day (Kenya)
Skunks Born Day
World Poultry Day
Independence, Flag & Related Days
Constitution Day (Azerbaijan, Micronesia)
Hashima (Declared; 2016) [unrecognized]
Romania (from Ottoman Empire, 1877)
2nd Saturday in May
American Indian Day [2nd Saturday]
Birth Mother's Day [2nd Saturday]
Black Fae Day [2nd Saturday]
Brunch for Lunch Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
Cook With Your Kids Day [2nd Saturday]
Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
Duckling Day (Boston) [2nd Saturday]
German Sekt Day (Germany) [2nd Saturday]
Global Big Day [2nd Saturday]
International Day of Argania (UN)
International Lugger Falcon Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
International Migratory Bird Day [2nd Saturday]
Jamestown Day (Virginia) [2nd Saturday]
Letter Carriers "Stamp Out Hunger" Food Drive Day [2nd Saturday]
Martin Z. Mollusk Day (Ocean City, NJ) [Saturday of 1st Full Week]
Mother Ocean Day [Saturday before 2nd Sunday]
National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day [2nd Saturday]
National Archery Day [2nd Saturday]
National Babysitters Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
National Bake Sale Day [2nd Saturday]
National Balloon Day (UK) [2nd Saturday]
National Cycling Day (Netherlands) [2nd Saturday]
National Dog Mom’s Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
National Mild Day (UK) [2nd Saturday]
National Miniature Golf Day [2nd Saturday]
National Train Day [2nd Saturday]
National Windmill Day (Netherlands) [2nd Saturday]
Native American Day (f.k.a. American Indian Day) [2nd Saturday]
Prairie Appreciation Day [2nd Saturday]
Salad Saturday [2nd Saturday of Each Month]
Sandwich Saturday [Every Saturday]
Satirical Saturday [2nd Saturday of Each Month]
Six For Saturday [Every Saturday]
Spaghetti Saturday [Every Saturday]
Stay Up All Night Day [2nd Saturday]
Sun Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
World Belly Dance Day [2nd Saturday]
World Binturong Day [2nd Saturday]
World Bonsai Day [2nd Saturday]
World Buckfast Day [2nd Saturday]
World Collage Day [2nd Saturday]
World Fair Trade Day [2nd Saturday]
World Migratory Bird Day (UN) [2nd Saturday]
Yale Day of Service [2nd Saturday]
Weekly Holidays beginning May 10 (1st Full Week of May)
Armed Forces Week (thru 5.17) [2nd Saturday thru 3rd Saturday]_
National Bike Week (thru 5.18)
Universal Family Week (thru 5.16)
World Migratory Bird Weekend (thru 5.11)
Festivals On or Beginning May 10, 2025
Boonville Beer Fest (Boonville, California)
Buzz B-Q (North Little Rock, Arkansas)
Castroville Chamber Beer & Wine Fest (Castroville, Texas)
Dillsburg PickleFest (Dillsburg, Pennsylvania)
Flower Festival (Baku, Azerbaijan)
Giro D’Italia (Italy) [thru 6.1]
Great Bay Food Truck Festival (Stratham, New Hampshire)
Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival (Hiawassee, Georgia)
La Ceiba Carnival (La Ceiba, Honduras) [thru 5.24]
Maryland Craft Beer Festival (Frederick, Maryland)
Mid-Michigan Llama Show (Charlotte, Michigan) [thru 5.11]
MT Brewers Spring Rendezvous (Bozeman, Montana)
Mud Bug Boil Off (Thibodaux, Louisiana)
Paradise Chocolate Fest (Paradise, California)
Paso Robles Olive Festival & Annual Lavender Festival (Paso Robles, California)
Rip Van Winkle Wine, Brew & Beverage Festival (Catskill, New York)
St. Louis Microfest (St. Louis, Missouri)
Taste of Pennsylvania (York, Pennsylvania)
Utah Renaissance Festival and Fantasy Faire (Marriott-Slaterville, Utah) [thru 5.26]
Verde Valley Wine Festival (Cottonwood, Arizona)
West Virginia Strawberry Festival (Buckhannon, West Virginia) [thru 5.18]
Windsor Zucchini Festival (Gainesville, Florida)
Lunar Calendar Holidays
Chinese: Month 4 (Xin-Si), Day 13 (Ji-Mao)
Day Pillar: Earth Rabbit
12-Day Officers/12 Gods: Open Day (開 Kai) [Auspicious]
Holidays: None Known
Secular Saints Days
Fred Astaire (Entertainment)
Bono (Music)
Barbara Taylor Bradford (Literature)
Fats Domino (Music)
Donovan (Music)
Augustin-Jean Fresnel (Science)
Benito Pérez Galdós (Literature)
Desmond MacNamara (Art)
Dave Mason (Music)
Suzan-Lori Parks (Literature)
Konstantinos Parthenis (Art)
Cecelia Payne (Science)
Tonita Peña (Art)
Hildrus Poindexter (Science)
John Scalzi (Literature)
Alex Schomburg (Art)
Max Steiner (Music)
Nancy Walker (Entertainment)
Paul Wunderlich (Art)
Feast Days
Alphius, Philadelphus and Cyrinus (Christian; Martyrs)
Antonius, Archbishop of Florence (Christian; Saint)
Aurelian of Limoges (Christian; Saint)
Calepodius (Christian; Saint)
Catald (a.k.a. Cathal; Christian; Saint)
Comgall (Christian; Saint)
Conleth (Christian; Saint)
Damien of Molokai (Christian; Saint)
Feast of the Wedding of Shiva & Meenakshi (India; Everyday Wicca)
Fido (Muppetism)
Galepodius (Christian; Martyr)
Gordian and Epimachus (Christian; Martyrs)
Hannibal (Positivist; Saint)
Incense to Bring Love Day (Starza Pagan Book of Days)
Job the Patriarch (Roman Catholic Church, pre-1969 calendar)
John of Ávila (Christian; Saint)
John Holmes Day (Church of the SubGenius; Saint)
Lemuralia, Day 2 (Ancient Rome; Dedicated to Eradicating Malevolent Spirits of the Dead)
Lofn’s Blot (Pagan)
Mutant Awareness Day (Pastafarian)
Rosalia (Ancient Roman Memorial Day)
Solange (Christian; Virgin & Martyr)
Tin Hat Day (Chinese Goddess of the North Star; Hong Kong)
Wolverine Day (Pastafarian)
Lucky & Unlucky Days
Butsumetsu (仏滅 Japan) [Unlucky all day.]
Lemuria (Day 2 of 3; Ancient Rome) [Unlucky to Marry]
Tycho Brahe Unlucky Day (Scandinavia) [22 of 37]
Premieres
Alligator Crawl, recorded by Louis Armstrong and His Hot Seven (Song; 1927)
All Things Bright and Beautiful, by James Herriot (Novel; 1975)
The Cactus Kid (Mickey Mouse Disney Cartoon; 1930)
A Cat, a Mouse and a Bell (Color Rhapsody Cartoon; 1935)
The Cider House Rules, by John Irving (Novel; 1985)
Cold Comfort Farm (Film; 1996)
Common Scents (Loopy De Loop cartoon; 1962)
Computer World, by Kraftwerk (Album; 1981)
Dorsai!, by Gordon R. Dickson (Novel; 1959)
The Escapades of Estelle (Gaumont Kartoon Komics Cartoon; 1916)
Farm Frolics (WB MM Cartoon; 1941)
Feather Bluster (WB MM Cartoon; 1958)
Fire Bugs (Fleischer Talkartoons Cartoon; 1930)
Fish Follies (Phantasies Cartoon; 1940)
The Flowers of Buffoonery, by Osamu Dazai (Novel; 1935)
The Fly Guy (Aesop’s Sound Fable Cartoon; 1931)
For a Few Dollars More (Film; 1967)
Gatsby (Film; 2013)
Golf Socks (Krazy Kat Cartoon; 1929)
Good Omens, by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett (Novel; 1990)
Guntram, by Richard Strauss (Opera; 1894)
The Hot Rock, by Donald E. Westlake (Novel; 1970)
In Dutch (Disney Cartoon; 1946)
In the Wilds (Speaking of Animals Cartoon; 1946)
I Shot the Sheriff, recorded by Eric Clapton (Song; 1974)
Ko-Ko Needles the Boss (Fleischer Out of the Inkwell Cartoon; 1927)
Last and First Men, by Olaf Stapledon (Novel; 1930)
Lovesexy, by Prince (Album; 1988)
The Man Who Fell to Earth, by Walter Tevis (Novel; 1963)
Misunderstanding, by Genesis (Song; 1980)
Monty Python (Comedy Group; 1969)
Monty Python and the Holy Grail (Film; 1975)
The Muppets Mayhem (TV Series; 2023)
Murder in the Mill-Race, by E.C.R. Lorac (Novel; 1952)
Museum of Modern Art (New York City Museum; 1939)
Naughty But Mice (WB MM Cartoon; 1939)
Patriotic Popeye (Fleischer/Famous Popeye Cartoon; 1957)
The Pink Panther: Pink at First Sight (DePatie-Freleng Animated TV Special; 1981)
Pokemon: Detective Pikachu (Film 2019)
Porky’s Ant (WB LT Cartoon; 1941)
The Professor and the Madman (Film; 2019)
Puppy Love (Aesop’s Film Fable Cartoon; 1928)
Rabbit Transit (WB LT Cartoon; 1947)
Rio, by Duran Duran (Album; 1982)
The Silmarillion, by J.R.R. Tolkien (Novel; 1978)
Sinkin’ in the Bathtub (WB LT Cartoon; 1930)
Sock-a-Doddle Do (WB LT Cartoon; 1952)
Switch (Film; 1991)
Tolkien (Film; 2019)
A Toyland Robbery (Keen Cartoon; 1916)
Twister (Film; 1996)
The Uncultured Vulture (Columbia Favorites; 1956)
Under the Counter Spy (Woody Woodpecker Cartoon; 1954)
Up the Down Staircase, by Bel Kaufman (Novel; 1964)
Weezer (a.k.a. The Blue Album), by Weezer (Album; 1994)
Today’s Name Days
Gordian, Isidor, Liliana (Austria)
Ivan, Job (Croatia)
Blažena (Czech Republic)
Gordianus (Denmark)
Aina, Aini, Ainike, Aino, Ainu (Estonia)
Aina, Aini, Ainikki, Aino (Finland)
Solange (France)
Damian, Gordian, Isidor, Liliana (Germany)
Simon, Simonas (Greece)
Ármin, Pálma (Hungary)
Alfio, Antonino, Cataldo, Miro, Quarto (Italy)
Maija, Mairita (Latvia)
Putinas, Sangailė, Viktorina (Lithuania)
Asbjørg, Asbjørn, Espen (Norway)
Antonin, Częstomir, Izydor, Jan, Symeon, Wiktoryna (Poland)
Simon (România)
Viktória (Slovakia)
Damián, Juan (Spain)
Esbjörn, Styrbjörn (Sweden)
Cormac, Cormick, Gordon, Job, Joby, Jobina, Max, Maximilian, Maximus, Maxine, Maxwell (USA)
Today is Also…
Day of Year: Day 130 of 2025; 235 days remaining in the year
ISO Week: Day 6 of Week 19 of 2025
Celtic Tree Calendar: Saille (Willow) [Day 26 of 28]
Chinese: Month 4 (Xin-Si), Day 13 (Ji-Mao)
Chinese Year of the: Snake 4723 (until February 17, 2026) [Ding-Chou]
Coptic: 2 Bashans 1741
Druid Tree Calendar: Jasmine (May 1-14) [Day 10 of 14]
Hebrew: 12 Iyar 5785
Islamic: 12 Dhu al-Qada 1446
Julian: 27 April 2025
Moon: 96%: Waxing Gibbous
Positivist: 18 Caesar (5th Month) [Hannibal]
Runic Half Month: Lagu (Flowing Water) [Day 12 of 15] (thru 5.12)
Season: Spring (Day 51 of 92)
SUn Calendar: 10 Magenta; Threesday [10 of 30]
Week: 1st Full Week of May
Zodiac:
Tropical (Typical) Zodiac: Taurus (Day 21 of 31)
Sidereal Zodiac: Aries (Day 27 of 31)
Schmidt Zodiac: Aries (Day 25 of 31)
IAU Boundaries (Current) Zodiac: Aries (Day 22 of 25)
IAU Boundaries (1977) Zodiac: Aries (Day 22 of 25)
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Holidays 5.11
Holidays
Aso ote Tala Lei (Gospel Day; Tuvalu)
Azores Day
Blow Bubbles For Your Cat Day
Bob Marley Day (Jamaica)
Christmas Banned Day (Puritans; 1659)
Day of the Military Police of the National Armed Forces (Indonesia)
Empty the Tanks Day
Feynman Day (On “Eureka”)
511 Day
Fritillary Day (French Republic)
Hawthorn Day
Human Rights Day (Vietnam)
International Strange Music Festival
International Technology Day
Joan of Arc Day (Orleans, France)
Lokadagur (Iceland)
The Long and Winding Road Day
Mata Tirtha Aunsi (Mother’s Day; Nepal)
Military Police Day (Indonesia)
Miskolc Day (Hungary)
Mixed Race Irish Day
Moose Hide Campaign Day (Canada)
National Deer Association Giving Day
National Foam Rolling Day
National Forest Planting Day (Russia)
National Girls Learning Code Day
National Hairy Nosed Wombat Day (Australia)
National Wear Red Pants Day
National Technology Day (India)
National Tree Planting Day (Malaysia)
Old May Eve
Parthenope Asteroid Day
Richard Feynman Day
Sex Difference in Health Awareness Day
Somerset Day (UK)
Tubeless Tire Day
Twilight Zone Day
Victoria Sponge Day
Witching Day (Isle of Man)
World Ego Awareness Day
World Keffiyeh Day
Food & Drink Celebrations
Chocolate Ball Day (Sweden)
Eat What You Want Day [also 12.16]
Eat Without Guilt Day
Hostess Cupcake Day
National Mocha Torte Day
Independence & Related Days
Imvrassia (Declared; 2011) [unrecognized]
Minnesota Statehood Day (#32; 1858)
Siam (Changed its name to Thailand; 1949)
2nd Saturday in May
American Indian Day [2nd Saturday]
Birth Mother's Day [2nd Saturday]
Black Fae Day [2nd Saturday]
Brunch for Lunch Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
Cook With Your Kids Day [2nd Saturday]
Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
Duckling Day (Boston) [2nd Saturday]
Global Big Day [2nd Saturday]
International Lugger Falcon Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
International Migratory Bird Day [2nd Saturday]
Jamestown Day (Virginia) [2nd Saturday]
Letter Carriers "Stamp Out Hunger" Food Drive Day [2nd Saturday]
Martin Z. Mollusk Day (Ocean City, NJ) [Saturday of 1st Full Week]
Mother Ocean Day [Saturday before 2nd Sunday]
National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day [2nd Saturday]
National Archery Day [2nd Saturday]
National Babysitters Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
National Bake Sale Day [2nd Saturday]
National Balloon Day (UK) [2nd Saturday]
National Cycling Day (Netherlands) [2nd Saturday]
National Dog Mom’s Day [Saturday before Mother's Day]
National Mild Day (UK) [2nd Saturday]
National Miniature Golf Day [2nd Saturday]
National Train Day [2nd Saturday]
National Windmill Day (Netherlands) [2nd Saturday]
Native American Day (f.k.a. American Indian Day) [2nd Saturday]
Prairie Appreciation Day [2nd Saturday]
Stay Up All Night Day [2nd Saturday]
Sun Awareness Day [2nd Saturday]
World Belly Dance Day [2nd Saturday]
World Binturong Day [2nd Saturday]
World Bonsai Day [2nd Saturday]
World Buckfast Day [2nd Saturday]
World Collage Day [2nd Saturday]
World Fair Trade Day [2nd Saturday]
World Migratory Bird Day (UN) [2nd Saturday]
Yale Day of Service [2nd Saturday]
Weekly Holidays beginning May 11 (1st Full Week)
Armed Forces Week (thru 5.18) [2nd Saturday to 3rd Sunday]
Brain Injury Awareness Week (thru 5.17)
National Mills Weekend (UK; thru 5.12) [2nd Saturday & Sunday]
World Migratory Bird Weekend (thru 5.12) [2nd Saturday & Sunday]
Festivals Beginning May 11, 2024
Bacon Festival (McDonale, Tennessee)
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival DC Metro (Washington D.C.)
Brews, Boils & Bubbles (New Orleans, Louisiana)
Buzz B-Q (North Little Rock, Arkansas)
Cochon de Lait Festival (Mansura, Louisiana)
Dillsburg PickleFest (Dillsburg, Pennsylvania)
Fairy Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Royal Humans Foundation Day (Shamanism)
Hiawassee Highlands Wine Festival (Hiawassee, Georgia)
Hickory Hops Brewer's Festival (Hickory, North Carolina)
La Ceiba Carnival (La Ceiba, Honduras) [thru 5.25]
Lotus Lantern Festival (Seoul, South Korea) [thru 5.15]
Maryland Craft Beer Festival (Frederick, Maryland)
MT Brewers Spring Rendezvous (Bozeman, Montana)
Mud Bug Boil Off (Thibodaux, Louisiana)
'Of Ale & History Beer Festival (Middletown, Virginia)
Oz Comic-Con (Perth, Australia) [thru 5.12]
Paradise Chocolate Fest (Paradise, California)
Paso Robles Olive Festival & Lavender Festival (Paso Robles, California)
Rip Van Winkle Wine, Brew & Beverage Festival (Catskill, New York)
Stilwell Strawberry Festival (Stilwell, Oklahoma)
St. Louis Microfest (St. Louis, Missouri)
Saint Pontius Fair (Barcelona, Spain)
Taste of Pennsylvania (York, Pennsylvania)
Verde Valley Wine Festival (Cottonwood, Arizona)
Washington State Chili Cookoff (Ocean Shores, Washington) [thru 5.12]
Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show (New York, New York)
West Virginia Strawberry Festival (Buckhannon, West Virginia) [thru 5.12]
Feast Days
Alfred Stevens (Artology)
Ansfrid (Christian; Saint)
Anthimus of Rome (Christian; Saint)
Asaph (Christian; Saint)
Chester Gould (Artology)
Comgall (Christian; Saint)
The English Carthusian Martyrs (Christian; Martyrs)
Francis di Girolamo (Christian; Saint)
Gangulphus of Burgundy (a.k.a. Gengulf; Christian; Saint)
Gladys Rockmore Davis (Artology)
Greet the Sun Day (Starza Pagan Book of Days)
Ice Saints (Europe)
Ignatius of Laconi (Christian; Saint)
Jean-Léon Gérôme (Artology)
King of the Elements (Celtic Book of Days)
Majolus of Cluny (a.k.a. Maieul; Christian; Saint)
Mamertus, the first of the Ice Saints (Christian; Saint) [Three Chilly Saints #1]
Ma Zu (Goddess of the Sea’s Birthday; Buddhism, Taoism)
Nimnim (Muppetism)
Nisga'a Day (Nisga'a Nation/British Columbia)
Paul Nash (Artology)
Paulus Aemilius (Positivist; Saint)
Radunitsa (Ancestors’ Veneration Day; Belarus, Russian Christians, Thomas Sunday Slavs)
Salvador Dali Day (Artology; Church of the SubGenius; Pastafarian; Saint)
Syn’s Blot (Pagan)
Walter of L’Esterp (Christian; Saint)
Lucky & Unlucky Days
Lemuria (Day 2 of 3; Ancient Rome) [Unlucky to Marry.]
Prime Number Day: 131 [32 of 72]
Sensho (先勝 Japan) [Good luck in the morning, bad luck in the afternoon.]
Premieres
Ahab the Arab, by Ray Stevens (Novelty Song; 1962)
Cats (UK Musical Play; 1981)
Cooked, by Michael Pollan (Book; 2013)
Dark Shadows (Film; 2012)
Fantastic Planet (Animated Film; 1973)
Firestarter (Film; 1984)
Fox-Terror (WB MM Cartoon; 1957)
Go Down, Moses, by William Faulkner (Short Stories; 1942)
Good-Bye Mr. Moth (Andy Panda Cartoon; 1942)
Higher Ground, recorded by Stevie Wonder (Song; 1973)
The Incredible Journey, by Sheila Burnford (Novel; 1960)
The King's Generally Daphne du Maurier (Novel; 1946)
The Kissing Booth (Film; 2018)
A Knight’s Tale (Film; 2001)
M (Film; 1931)
MacArthur Park, by Richard Harris (Song; 1968)
The Natural (Film; 1984)
Penny Dreadful (TV Series; 2014)
Poor Little Me (Happy Harmonies Cartoon; 1935)
Road Trip (Film; 2000)
Second Variety, by Philip K. Dick (Novella; 1953)
Sniffles Takes a Trip (WB MM Cartoon; 1940)
Swab the Duck (Noveltoons Cartoon; 1956)
Tales of Brave Ulysses, recorded by Cream (Song; 1967)
Turn Coat, by Jim Butcher (Novel; 2009)
28 Weeks Later (Film; 2007)
Water Babies (Disney Silly Symphonies Cartoon; 1935)
Wolf! Wolf! (Mighty Mouse Cartoon; 1944)
Woodstock (Soundtrack Album; 1970)
Woolen Under Where (WB MM Cartoon; 1963)
Today’s Name Days
Gangolf, Joachim, Mamertus (Austria)
Kiril, Kirila, Metodi (Bulgaria)
Franjo, Mamerto (Croatia)
Svatava (Czech Republic)
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Chinese: Month 4 (Ji-Si), Day 3 (Jia-Xu)
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Hebrew: 2 Iyar 5784
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Julian: 27 April 2024
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Season: Spring (Day 53 of 92)
Week: 1st Full Week of May
Zodiac: Taurus (Day 21 of 31)
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