In the ancient Roman calendar, Ides was a day falling roughly in the middle of each month (the 15th day of March, May, July, and October, and the 13th of other months).
The Romans did not number each day of a month from the first to the last day. Instead, they counted back from three fixed points of the month: the Nones (the 5th or 7th, nine days inclusive […]
Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is 3.14….15…9265359… (and so on, and so on). The fourteenth of March is also Albert Einstein’s birthday, so it’s a mathematician’s delight.
The value of pi was first calculated by Archimedes of Syracuse (287–212 BC), one of the greatest mathematicians of the ancient world.
If you need help with your 2024 Maryland or Federal income tax return contact the AARP/IRS Tax-Aid program. For several years, knowledgeable volunteers have been assisting primarily low income and senior clients with preparing their Federal and Maryland state income tax returns. Each year the Montgomery County Tax-Aide team prepares nearly 4,400 federal and state (Maryland) returns.
This service is available each Friday starting January 31 until April 11, 2025, at Poolesville’s […]
There’s a lunar total eclipse that will be visible in North America early in the morning of March 14, 2025. A lunar eclipse occurs when the earth, sun, and moon are lined up so that the moon is in the earth’s shadow.
Unlike the total solar eclipse that lasted a few minutes, the lunar eclipse totality will last a whole hour. You don’t need eye protection to see it, or a […]
Stay Active – Community Activities
AARP Tax-Aide is available to help with your Income Tax preparation at Maggie Nightingale Library – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – book your appointment NOW for sessions every Friday at 10:15, 11:45, 1:45 and 3:15pm until April 11th. Refer to the Feb 3rd article in the PS Postscript newsletter, or visit www.taxaidemc.info for further information.
March 16th-Empty Bowls at Loocals Farm Market – Annual Food Related Charity Fundraiser- 4-6 pm […]
Come learn how to develop your fire safety plan on March 19th at 2:00 PM at the Maggie Nightingale Library!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Shamrock Shenanigans BINGO on March 11th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Returning this year will be Rory McGill-Conley who will entertain us with his Irish dancing and songs. Rory’s grandparents, Dennis and Jill Conley will also provide Irish songs. In addition, there will trivia, BINGO and PRIZES!
From 1991 to 2024, presidents of both parties have proclaimed Irish American Heritage Month in March. They recognize the profound impact of Irish immigrants and call on all Americans to celebrate their achievements.
The story of the Irish in America is not just an Irish story—it is an American story. It is the quintessential immigrant narrative, setting the template for later waves of immigrants.
It speaks to themes still relevant today: the […]
The National Women’s History Alliance designates a yearly theme for Women’s History Month. The 2025 theme is “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.” It celebrates the collective strength and influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership.
Women’s History Month has its origins as a national U.S. celebration in 1981 when Congress and President Jimmy Carter proclaimed the week beginning March 7, […]
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