Word of the Day 

Mrs. Grundy MISS-uz-GRUN-dee (noun) One marked by prudish conventionality in personal conduct -- www.merriam-webster.com

Web Site of the Day

The Story Home
 thestoryhome.com

Find original and classic children’s stories that families can share. Browse stories by category, then download the tales to listen to together. The free podcasts are a great option for long drives, in waiting rooms or even before bedtime.

Number to Know

1924: The year the first Winter Olympics were held. They took place in Chamonix, France.

This Day in History

Feb. 9, 1971: Satchel Paige becomes the first Negro League player to be voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Today’s Featured Birthday

Actor Joe Pesci (67)

Daily Quote

“I think my favorite sport in the Olympics is the one in which you make your way through the snow, you stop, you shoot a gun and then you continue on. In most of the world, it is known as the biathlon, except in New York City, where it is known as winter.” - Michael Ventre