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Daily Newsletter for Thursday, June 21, 2018

Welcome Solstice (Today)! 7 Facts About the June Solstice This year, the June solstice falls on Friday, June 21. Enjoy seven cool (or, is it “hot”?) solstice facts—and see how many you know!   READ MORE

SPONSORED Actress Reveals the “Bathroom Trick” That Made Her Feel Years Younger Last year, Actress Maggie Q met a doctor who recommended something to help her stomach and lack of energy. She needed to change the way she goes to the bathroom. Her stomach “deflated,” her mood improved, and her energy skyrocketed   LEARN MORE

Why We Have Seasons The Reason for the Seasons What causes our four seasons—spring, summer, winter, fall? People puzzled over this for centuries. (Hint: It’s not the distance between the Sun and Earth.) Find the reasons for the seasons.    READ MORE

Bee Rain Gauge A metal bee accent adorns the hand-painted stake. Features a durable acrylic rain gauge for easy viewing.   LEARN MORE   $13.99

What's in Season? Summer Recipes: Make the Most of the Food in Season Summer’s in full swing. Take advantage of midsummer’s bounty: ​​juicy tomatoes, basil, sweet corn, tender zucchini, refreshing cucumbers, bright peppers, green beans, fresh eggplant, ripe peaches, and more! Here’s are some of our best summer recipe ideas—arranged by what’s fresh!   READ MORE

Vern Ader's Weed Spinner Finally, it’s fun and easy to weed!  What’s more, dandelions don’t stand a chance! The Weed Spinner is an innovative drill-driven weed removal bit that spins out weeds and their roots in one whirling motion.The action is fast and the result is very satisfying! What’s more, there’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty.   LEARN MORE   $16.99

Marking Seasons Through Time 5 Ancient Sites Aligned With the Solstice and Equinox Across time, people have marked the changes of seasons—sometimes in dramatic ways! Here are five amazing ancient sites—Machu Picchu and Stonehenge and more—aligned with the solstices and equinoxes.   READ MORE

Wine Bottle Lights Create ambient lighting from an empty wine bottle! Choose a bottle from a special celebration or because of its interesting shape and color.    LEARN MORE   $12.95

Let Your Love Light Shine Fireflies: Why Do Fireflies Glow? Fireflies—also known a lightning bugs—have been captivating humans for centuries with their beautiful lights on summer nights. What makes fireflies glow the way they do?   READ MORE

Bee Brand Tote One side of this cotton bag resembles a vintage seed sack and the other has busy bees.   LEARN MORE   $14.97