“George Washington slept here.”
It’s a phrase from the earliest days of Americana as communities across the young nation tried to claim some bit of presidential glory from its famous first leader.
Augusta was no different. President George Washington spent three days here in 1791 – 230 years ago this week.
We know because it was mentioned in his diaries. We know because it was reported in The Augusta Chronicle.
We know he slept here … but where?
For three nights in May 1791, Washington enjoyed the food, the sights, the dancing, the food, the academics and the food of Augusta.
Yes, we fed him well and often.
KENNETT SQUARE — With the return of the Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens this summer, guests will be able to once again enjoy illuminated fountain performances as well as
It has been a hard winter. It has been a hard year, full of rules, restrictions and distancing. Life came to a standstill in many ways. But despite this, some things maintained familiar rhythms. This blue and green planet that is home has continued to revolve around the sun and the quiet starkness of winter has given way to the promise of spring.
Now is the perfect time to get outside and to explore nature as it awakens. And Massachusetts has many beautiful gardens - old and new - to experience this comforting time of renewal.
Many of the gardens require advance tickets and reservations, face masks and social distancing. Call or check their websites for more information. Some of the public gardens offer reciprocal programs for members of participating gardens.
Oak Wilt Awareness Month in Michigan
Monique Sakalidis, Michigan State University, Department of Plant, Soil, and Microbial Sciences and Department of Forestry, and Ruth Dorando Marcy, MSU Extension -
April 27, 2021
This campaign raises awareness about oak wilt prevention guidelines: avoid wounding trees between April 15-July 15, seal accidental wounds, do not move firewood, and take prompt action to control outbreaks.
By proclamation of the governor, May has been designated as Oak Wilt Awareness Month in Michigan to bring statewide attention to the value of oaks to Michigan’s environment, recreation and wood products industries, and the need to raise awareness about prevention and management of oak wilt, a disease killing red oaks across the state every year.
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