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winter trees

In drear nighted December,
Too happy, happy tree,
Thy branches ne’er remember
Their green felicity—
The north cannot undo them
With a sleety whistle through them
Nor frozen thawings glue them
From budding at the prime
.

–John Keats (1795–1821)

Tuesday, December 11, 2018
345th day of the year
Winter begins in 10 days

Gary Dourdan (actor) was born on this day in 1966.
Sam Cooke (singer) died on this day in 1964.


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Mulled Wine Recipe

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When is Ice Safe?

Ice Thickness Safety Chart
Before you head out to the local pond for some skating or ice fishing, check out our ice thickness chart to determine if it’s safe!
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Chala Cell Phone Cross Body Purses

CONVENIENT, COMPACT, AND FUN! Choose from different characters including a bee, butterfly, dragonfly, owl, songbird, rooster, or cardinal. Perfect size for carrying most cell phones and a few credit cards. Nicely made and features adjustable straps.
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Orion in the December Sky

How to See Orion: The Hunter Constellation
In December, many people start to notice Orion the Hunter in the night sky.  It’s one of the most famous constellations—seen by everyone on Earth! Learn more about Orion—and get viewing tips.
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Colorfully printed socks with fun sayings! 
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