Spring has sprung and Easter is here! This year is flying by. I cannot believe we’re already halfway through the fourth month of 2017.
If you’re like me, you’re feeling the same way. But, you might also be trying to throw together a (really) last-minute gathering. There’s going to be kids, and there’s no better way to accommodate kids on Easter than throwing an Easter Egg Hunt.
Before I get into how to throw a memorable hunt with almost no time to plan, let’s talk a little about the history of...
We all grew up hearing the phrase “April showers bring May flowers.” It gave us something to look forward to during the rainy, muddy season that follows the cold, snowy season. But where did the phrase come from?
I love learning about the origins of things—of anything. Nothing is out of my interest zone. With the current rain showers providing the yearly gloomy mood that we just cannot escape from, I thought I’d do some digging and see what I could find about this common phrase.
Where Does t...
If you're a fan of Chip and Joanna Gaines (and their hit TV show, Fixer Upper), you might know this line by heart. You might wait patiently throughout the entire episode--through demo day, Chip's shenanigans, and budget drama--just to see the big reveal. Yes, of course, we're ready! you might yell at your TV screen when your favorite HGTV show cuts to commercial break. Is there shiplap? Is there subway tile? When can I move to Waco?
But the real quest...
With three separate branches throughout the city and one in Plains Township, the Osterhout Library (pronounced Oo-ster-howt) opened on January 29, 1889 and has remained open to this day.
It’s become a large part of the Wilkes-Barre community, hosting events throughout the year including their famous book sale, and is part of the Luzerne County Library System.
The library has a very interesting history that fits right in with the rich history of the area.
Isaac Smith Osterhout When Isaac Sm...
The Cape Cod house originated in New England in the 1600s and has become an extremely popular architectural style in homes all around the world. These homes were built for function rather than looks, but we cannot help but love the design.
It follows a simplistic design with symmetrical lines, a central front door with windows on either side. Also, they feature shutters and an exterior of either shingle or clapboard.
The New England Cape Cod This style became popular in the 1930s in New Eng...
Spring has sprung!
Depending on where you live, snow and ice may have already given way to rain and mud in the aftermath of snowmageddon. The birds are chirping, the air is fresh, and the sun sets later and later with each passing day. It's hardly the time to spend your days cooped up inside when what you really want is some revitalization from the fresh, spring air! If the weather is too nice for you to spend your time tackling spring cleaning your home interior, opt outside instead and tack...
I’ve lived in this area my entire life—same address and everything—and there are still places and restaurants in the area I haven’t been to.
That says something if you ask me. You won't run out of things to do here, and if you've run out of things to try you'll surely earn some favorite activties that you won't tire of any time soon.
If you’re new to the area you might not be sure where to go or what to do. Here are some recommendations—all within driving distance!
Get Outside! Farmer’s Ma...
