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It's The Merry Month Of May

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 01 May 2013 17:10:27 +0000

Finally! Spring weather in spring, and it’s the first of May. I actually saw some buds on the trees this morning. And there are a number of events going in May that you may (no pun intended) want to take note of. Here’s a few May dates to keep in mind: May 1 (Wed.) – [...]

It's March 15th – The Ides Of March

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:10:13 +0000

I took three years of Latin in high school at the former UFA, and the phrase “Beware The Ides Of March” was something we learned. It was a warning for ancient Rome’s ruler, Julius Caesar, and today, March 15th is “The Ides Of March”. So, what is “The Ides Of March”? According to Wikipedia: “The [...]

March Into March

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 15:10:05 +0000

Let’s hope the old saying is true, that if March comes in like a lion it goes out like a lamb. Does that mean if March comes in like a lamb, it goes out like a lion? Anyway, lots of things are headed our way during the brand new month of March. Some noteworthy March, [...]

What's Coming Up In February?

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:10:43 +0000

As we begin a brand new month, here are a few dates that you want to take note of, including Big Frog 104′s 25th anniversary today, and Matt Herkimer‘s 25th anniversary in hosting our Big Frog morning show. Feb. 1 – Big Frog 104 and Matt Herkimer’s 25th Anniversary Feb. 2 – Groundhog Day Feb. [...]

What's The Earliest Thanksgiving November Date?

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:10:50 +0000

If you’ve been thinking that this year’s Thanksgiving Day this Thursday, November 22nd is a bit early, you’re right. In fact, it’s the earliest November date that the holiday can occur. Here’s the scoop for answers.com: “Thanksgiving Day is the fourth Thursday in November. Since sometimes there are five Thursdays in November, Thanksgiving may not [...]

October – New Month Filled With Events

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:12:28 +0000

It’s hard to believe that it’s already October. Here I’m thinking about fall foliage colors and the season is at peak in the Adirondacks. At Big Frog 104, we like to keep you up to date on important dates to remember, so let’s take a look at October. Oct. 1- Big Frog 104 Country Acoustic [...]

T.G.I.F.

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:15:24 +0000

We’ve all said it, week after week. I say it every Friday on the air on Big Frog 104. T.G.I.F., which of course stands for Thank Goodness It’s Friday. It just sounds right after a long work-week, doesn’t it. But why do we say it? According to www.buzzle.com: “Friday is a special day in itself! [...]

Turn Back The Hands Of Time

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 15:10:31 +0000

Now that we are in the "Frog Days of Fall", we realize that 2011 is winding down...only three months left. So, I got thinking, did you ever want to remember what day of the week your birthday was on 20 years ago, or what day did Christmas fall on the year you were born?