Tabaski (or Aïd el-Kebir), called the "Festival of the Sacrifice," is an Islamic holiday celebrated worldwide each year. It honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God’s command. In commemoration ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Livestock, UF/IFAS Research
Plastic is seemingly everywhere these days, including many items we see or use during the holidays. Maia McGuire, UF/IFAS Extension associate director for Florida Sea Grant, is an expert on plastic waste and microplastic pollution. She ... READ MORE
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If you're like me, the holiday season is a looooong stretch of eating, and sometimes indulging on foods I normally don't eat during the year. It starts with Thanksgiving. Usually ends with a family gathering on New Year's Day. And, is sprinkled ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
We all are feeling the pinch of inflation. Everywhere from gas to the grocery store. Now, with the holiday season looming I am feeling anxious about my spending. All of the things that make the holiday special like decorations, meals, and ... READ MORE
Category: , Money Matters, UF/IFAS Extension
Holiday Giving Tree Samara Purvis Family & Consumer Science Agent The gift of giving is a voluntary action that is done without the expectation of something in return. Although I feel the reward that one receives in return is knowing ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, UF/IFAS Extension
Now that we are squarely into 2022, we can start to look forward to all that the new year will bring us. What we won't look forward to are all the credit card bills the post office will bring us. To help alleviate that holiday debt, let's ... READ MORE
Category: , Money Matters, Work & Life
Pork is a staple in many countries and featured in many dishes eaten during end-of-year holiday celebrations. Pork is a versatile protein that can be served center-of-the-plate or as part of a dish If you’re looking to flex your ... READ MORE
Category: Livestock, UF/IFAS
The holidays mean too many toys for many children. This may also mean more clutter. There are a variety of ways to deal with the mess. Let’s explore a few of them. Donate to others Many parents have shared that they go through toys with ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
I know you know the tropical hibiscus flower. Perhaps you have enjoyed some hibiscus tea? It is a more popularized way of drinking up this flavorful flower, but it has many more uses than you may know of! One such use is a cranberry flavored ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
This is the time of the year to think about all the things we are thankful for. The ability to have friends and family gather together and everyone being healthy is at the top of the list. Smelling the different aromas coming from the kitchen ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture