Spring equinox?

I have never been afraid to ask questions.

Yes, I could look this up, but I like explanations from my friends.

Today is the Spring equinox, yes?

That's different from a solstice, yes?

How do these events (which happen four times a year each, yes?) translate into celebrations in "pagan" religions. (I don't want to be overly specific, and while that word might not be perfect, I think it conveys what I am asking.

Finally, that makes eight holidays/celebrations. Are there more?

Links welcomed, too.

But I like to read my friends' words. 

Possible party April 4

This is long-range planning, even though it's just a couple of weeks away.

And it's preliminary! This is not a party announcement. It is a discussion.

I turn 50 on March 31, which is a Tuesday. The weekend before is an SCA event -- Mudthaw.

So, I was thinkin' . . .

Would folks be interested in meeting at Wolff's Bier Garten on Broadway in Albany to celebrate the "Wurst" Birthday Evah.

I am thinking maybe 1-4 p.m., with the possibilities of reconvening at 5 or so at Davidson Brothers in Glens Falls, which is a great brew pub. It could be a one or both deal.

I can certainly work up crash space for folks who want to spend Saturday night up here.

We could tour the North Country on Sunday if you want.

Anyway, let me know what you think.

April 4 is a no-go

Since a number of the folks who live closest to the Bier Garten are going to be in New York City, and since many others have conflicts, I won't be doing anything formal regarding my birthday on April 4.

More to come.