Why is it cold on Christmas?
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Celebrity Extra: Steve Howey
Who is the actor playing the new police captain on "High Potential"? My husband doesn't recognize him from any of our other shows, but I know I've seen him before.
Kovels Antiques & Collecting: Thanksgiving Art
Thanksgiving is a holiday steeped in Americana, and what captures that better than the classic cover illustrations of The Saturday Evening Post?
Streaming Source for the week of Nov 10
Here's what to watch and where to watch it for the week of Nov. 10, 2025.
The Garden Bug: Sweet Briar Rose
The Sweet Briar Rose (Rosa rubiginosa) is a dense shrub of European origin that has become quite widespread in North America, especially in New England.
Salome's Stars: October 30
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Friends show how important you are to them. Keep these precious relationships thriving.
Celebrity Extra: Fargo
My husband and I just finished bingeing "Better Call Saul." We've also watched "Breaking Bad." Since there aren't any other shows in this "universe," what show would you suggest that's similar?
Kovels Antiques & Collecting: Korean Lacquerware
The art of adding mother-of-pearl inlay to lacquerware has been practiced in Korea for more than a thousand years.
Streaming Source for the week of Nov 3
Here's what to watch and where to watch it for the week of Nov. 3, 2025.
The Garden Bug: White Pumpkins
Both white and orange pumpkins are members of the Cucurbita family, which includes winter and summer squash, cucumbers, and melons.
How to decorate your pumpkin for a delicious post-Halloween treat
Have you purchased a pumpkin to display on your doorstep and welcome trick-or-treaters on October 31?
Best Bites: Zucchini Chile-Cheese Bake
Leaves that were green may be turning to brown, gold and red, but summer's growing season isn't over yet. Tall and free, sunflowers still climb upward like Jack's beanstalk.
Salome's Stars: October 23
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Turn a disappointment into a learning experience. Check out possible weaknesses in your approach and strengthen them.
Celebrity Extra: Jaime Ray Newman
Who is the actress who plays Callie on "The Hunting Wives"? Was she ever on a daytime soap? I know I've seen her somewhere.
Kovels Antiques & Collecting: Gloves and Glass
By this time of the year, most of us in cooler climates have started wearing gloves. But gloves weren't always relegated to wintry weather.
Streaming Source for the week of Oct 27
Here's what to watch and where to watch it for the week of Oct. 27, 2025.
Divas on a Dime: Breakfast Biscuits
October is here, and if your calendar is anything like mine, it's already buzzing with activities and events. The holidays are just around the corner…
The Garden Bug: Ghost Plant
This low-maintenance succulent from Mexico gets its name from its thick, whitish-green leaves, which can become pink-tinged in hot, dry weather, and blueish when in shade.
Salome's Stars: October 16
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) This is a good week for the gregarious Goat to enjoy being with the people you care for.
Celebrity Extra: Zach Braff
When is "Scrubs" returning, and will it be on NBC or just on a streaming platform? Who all is coming back?
Best Bites: Pita Pizza Time!
I took an informal poll in my neighborhood with the question, "What do kids like to eat most?" I noted responses from both adults and kids like mac and cheese, burgers, tacos, and chicken fingers.