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Jamie E. Davis, founder of Because All the Books, once declared, "Like squirrels gather nuts for winter, autumn signals my need to collect more books for the cold months ahead." Our real estate agents stock up on reading material at these wonderful bookshops around Long Island.
If you've ever lain awake at 2 a.m. replaying a conversation from three weeks ago, congratulations — you're officially an overthinker. And lucky for you, today's your holiday: National Overthinkers Day (celebrated every September 19th).
The day was created to recognize the millions of us who can spiral into "what if" scenarios faster than you can say did I lock the front door? While there isn't an ancient tradition behind it (no, Socrates didn't invent it, though he probably would've qualified), it's a fun reminder that overthinking is a shared human experience. Research sh...
September 15 is Make a Hat Day, a holiday tailor-made for anyone who's ever looked in the mirror and thought, "You know what this outfit needs? A little flair on top!"
While the exact origins of Make a Hat Day are fuzzy (much like a felt cloche), it's become a fun excuse to let imagination run wild — whether you're hot-gluing sequins to a sunhat, knitting a cozy beanie, or folding yesterday's newspaper into a jaunty sailor cap.

Few things pair quite as well as crisp days and fresh apple pie, which is one of the many reasons why our real estate agents love this time of year, especially on Long Island. Our communities have so many amazing local bakeries, orchards, and cafes where you can find some of the best apple pie on the East Coast. If you'd like to indulge in a slice of amazing Long Island apple pie, here are some local spots you're sure to love this fall.
Every August 29th, we celebrate National "According to Hoyle" Day—a holiday dedicated to playing by the rules. The phrase "According to Hoyle" comes from Edmond Hoyle, an 18th-century British writer who literally wrote the book on card games. If you've ever heard someone say, "that's not how you play!" and wished you had the rulebook handy, you can thank Hoyle for setting the standard.
Edmond Hoyle published his first rulebook in 1742, covering Whist (a precursor to Bridge). His name became synonymous with accuracy and fair play. By the 19th century, "according to Hoyle" was common slang for doing...
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