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The Redlands Adult Literacy Program held its annual holiday celebration Dec. 2, bringing together adult learners and tutors for an opportunity to celebrate all that has been accomplished during the ...

Christmas is a time full of magic, traditions, and joy. But did you know that many of the holiday customs we love today have deep, surprising histories? From the twinkling lights on Christmas trees to ...

What’s the best way to soak up knowledge? Some may argue that this requires spending your days in the library, reading countless books on a wide range of topics. Others might say that it’s best to get ...

We live in an intriguing world full of odd stories, unusual discoveries, and facts that feel stranger than fiction. And while we’ll never learn everything out there, it’s always fun to scroll through ...

Santa inspired by St. Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for kindness and secret gift-giving. Santa's red suit popularized by Coca-Cola, earlier depictions showed him in bishop's attire. Santa's ...

The winter solstice marks the first day of winter. For people residing in the Northern Hemisphere, Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2025, heralds the official arrival of winter (the Southern Hemisphere’s winter ...

Growing up in a rural community always stirs up happy memories when it comes to Halloween. As a youngster, my folks seemed to enjoy the festivities surrounding the event, but they drew a line in the ...

If you were jealous of all the fun the kids were having last weekend at Naper Settlement’s All Hallows Eve at the Naper Settlement, this weekend there’s a Halloween event just for grownups. Howlin’ at ...

The Exorcist. Poltergeist. The Shining. You probably get goosebumps just thinking about these movies, and for good reason! The best horror movies stay with you long after those final credits roll, ...