A lunar eclipse occurs when the earth, sun, and moon are lined up so that the moon is in the earth’s shadow. The next Blood Moon (total lunar) eclipse. happens on March 2–3, 2026 (March 3 in the USA). It will be the only total lunar eclipse of the year, giving skywatchers a rare chance to see the Moon turn deep red. Totality lasts from 11:04 to 12:03 UTC/GMT on March […]
Celebrated on March 8 every year, International Women’s Day is a day dedicated to honoring the achievements of women across the globe in the social, economic, cultural, and political spheres throughout history. It is typically a day for women from all different backgrounds and cultures to band together to show support for women’s rights and gender parity, and bring attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and
In 2015, Montgomery County joined the World Health Organization/ AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. There are over 880 US communities in this program as well as more than 50 in other countries. The common thread among the communities and states enrolled in the AARP age-friendly network is the belief that the places where we live are more livable, and better able to support people of all ages, when local leaders […]
The contributions of black inventors have been instrumental in shaping modern society. Here are some essential items from the ingenious minds of black inventors, which have made a significant impact on daily life and technology:
1872: Improved Toilet (Commode): Thomas Elkins designed an improved sanitary commode, enhancing hygiene and waste management. His improved chamber commode, patented in 1872, was a multifunctional piece of furniture that combined a bureau, mirror, bookrack, washstand, table, easy […]
In the 1930s the U.S. military identified the need for a highway linking Alaska to the lower 48 states. The project languished until Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
Alaska’s Aleutian Islands curve south and then west eleven hundred miles into the North Pacific. The islands at the end of this string lie perilously close to Japan. Strategically, the islands offered the Japanese fifteen thousand miles of undefended U.S. coastline with no […]
Your primary goal in saving for retirement is to have enough money to cover your expenses during your senior years. (You should always consult with a Certified Financial Planner before attempting any change in your retirement strategy.)
When you were starting out, the most attractive retirement investment may have been a pre-tax traditional IRA, introduced in 1974, which is funded with pretax dollars, meaning your investment can grow before taxes are imposed on their […]
We have all been uncomfortable when the indoor temperature is too hot or too cold. Now a new study published in Journal of Gerontology: Medical Sciences has identified a significant relationship between indoor temperatures and cognitive performance in older adults, shedding light on how climate change may pose an increased risk to cognitive health.
Conducted by scientists at the Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research, the research arm of […]
Age-Friendly Montgomery are eager to hear more about what is like to live in the agricultural reserve from its residents. Come join us on March 2nd at Town Hall to participate in a focus group and discussion. This group is interested in finding out what you think an age-friendly community looks like. Have your voices heard and walk away with some resources about age-friendly communities.
Register here!
Presidents’ Day is one of 11 federal holidays in the US. It is celebrated each year on the third Monday of February, which is today February 16th. Happy Presidents’ Day! The holiday was first established as Washington’s Birthday in 1879 to honor President George Washington. It was commemorated on Washington’s actual birthdate, Feb. 22, until 1971, when the, moved it to give federal workers another three-day weekend.
Depending on where you live, […]
Mardi Gras, beginning on Tuesday, March 17th, is a Christian holiday that dates back thousands of years to pagan spring and fertility rites. The Carnival season is predominantly celebrated in countries with large Roman Catholic populations, with Mardi Gras being the day before Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting and penance before Easter Sunday.
The holiday traditionally offered celebrants an opportunity to binge on rich, […]