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November carries moments of transition, resolve, and remembrance. Alexander the Great confronted Darius III at Issus. Edward I convened his Model Parliament. Swiss forces secured independence at Morgarten. Across centuries, the month has marked turning points in governance and national identity.

Scientific observation and civic milestones also shape November’s story. Andrew Ellicott documented the Leonid meteor shower. Lincoln proclaimed a national “day of Thanksgiving.” The assassination of President John F. Kennedy stunned a generation, while decades later the election of Barack Obama marked a historic first in American politics.

November often reflects both solemn remembrance and renewed direction—moments when history pauses, recalibrates, and moves forward.

Explore the full collection of Today in History events that occurred in November, or navigate directly to a specific day—from November 1 through November 30—to see what happened on this day in history.

Trace the timeline to discover how November’s defining events continue to shape the modern world.

"This year's  Halloween spending by American shoppers is expected to break a new record. A National Retail Federation survey estimated that an average shopper would spend $108 on candy, costumes and decorations". About 12.2 billion dollars More at The National Retail Federation ➜

Artist, Stan Kurth, is the 2023 juror for the show.
Venue: Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park , 2345 Blanche Way, Camano Island, WA 98282. 360-387-2759.
Awards Reception: Oct. 28, 2023, 2:30-5:00, Potluck party starts at 5:00.       

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In Massachusetts, the onetime cranberry capital of the world, former bogs are transforming into thriving, carbon-storing swamps. More at Reasons to be Cheerful ➜

Sincere,
Trusting.
Strong attributes,
caring about others.

Having attained,
the maximum.
Disinterest reigns strong,
in this "Me Too" World.

Showing love for a child,
no matter the ethnicities.
Why can't we convey
our love for others?

Jacob Isaackszoon van Ruisdael - (1629 – 1682), was a Dutch painter, draughtsman, and etcher. He is generally considered the pre-eminent landscape painter of the Dutch Golden Age, a period of great wealth and cultural achievement when Dutch painting became highly popular. More

"A group of three researchers earned the 2023 Nobel Prize in physics for work that has revolutionized how scientists study the electron – by illuminating molecules with attosecond-long flashes of light .... Atto is the scientific notation prefix that represents 10-18, which is a decimal point followed by 17 zeroes and a 1. So a flash of light lasting an attosecond, or 0.000000000000000001 of a second, is an extremely short pulse of light. In fact, there are approximately as many attoseconds in one second as there are seconds in the age of the universe". More at The Conversation ➜

 "First, the shrimp disappeared. In late 1980s, the catch became so poor that Diane Wilson, a fourth-generation shrimper, had to take a job running a fish house in Seadrift in Calhoun County, Texas, where she grew up and still lives. Then beached, diseased 300-pound dolphins started appearing, and dead pelicans kept floating to the shores of Lavaca Bay"  More at Reasons to be Cheerful ➜

"A vaccine against tuberculosis, the world’s deadliest infectious disease, has never been closer to reality, with the potential to save millions of lives. But its development slowed after its corporate owner focused on more profitable vaccines" More at ProPublica ➜

The national debt is composed of distinct types of debt, similar to an individual whose debt may consist of a mortgage, car loan, and credit cards. The different types of debt include non-marketable or marketable securities and whether it is debt held by the public or debt held by the government itself (known as intragovernmental). The U.S. has carried debt since its inception. Debts incurred during the American Revolutionary War amounted to $75 million, primarily borrowed from domestic investors and the French Government for war materials. More at the US Department of the Treasury ➜ 

October unfolds with moments of conquest, reform, catastrophe, and renewal. Alexander the Great secured victory at Gaugamela. William the Conqueror triumphed at Hastings. Martin Luther’s Ninety-five Theses sparked the Protestant Reformation. Revolutions ignited, from the women’s march on Versailles to political transformations that reshaped Europe.

The month has also witnessed profound tragedy. A devastating earthquake and tsunami leveled Lima and Callao. The Haiphong cyclone claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. Yet October carries symbols of renewal as well—the dedication of the Statue of Liberty, the founding of the United Nations, and Nelson Mandela and F.W. de Klerk sharing the Nobel Peace Prize.

Across eras, October reflects both upheaval and resilience—moments when history pivots and new chapters begin.

Explore the full collection of Today in History events that occurred in October, or navigate directly to a specific day—from October 1 through October 31—to see what happened on this day in history.

Use the timeline to uncover the defining events that give October its enduring place in world history.

One of the most frequent questions I get about Medicare is “Do I need to sign up for Medicare when I turn 65 if I have employer group coverage?” And the answer is: It depends….

It depends on the size of the employer group and some other factors:
• Your cost for the coverage (including premium contribution and out of pocket expenses for deductibles, copays and your annual out of pocket maximum)
• If the employer plan benefits meet your needs (benefits, provider network)

NOTE: If your employer group is less than 20 employees, you should sign up for Medicare Part A and Part B when you are first eligible or face a lifetime late enrollment penalty. Your Initial Enrollment Period is a seven month window:

• 3 months prior to your 65th birthday,
• your birthday month and
• 3 months after your birthday month

With employer groups of less than 20 full time employees, Medicare is the primary payer and your employer group coverage pays secondary based on the benefit plan.

If your employer group is more than 20 employees, and offers medical and prescription drug coverage that is at least as good as Medicare (aka "creditable coverage"), you may not need to sign up for Medicare Part B right away. However, it's important to review the benefits and cost of your employer plan compared to the benefits and cost of Medicare plus a Supplement and drug plan or Medicare Advantage plan. In many cases, people save money by enrolling with Medicare.

There are several options for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans available, and the key is determining which one will offer you the best coverage based on your healthcare needs, your lifestyle and your budget.

Medicare agents must be licensed in the state they sell products and must complete an annual certification and insurance company specific product training each year to assure they are qualified to help beneficiaries in making good choices. If you need assistance with your Medicare decisions, please contact me at 206-569-5415 or by email at suderloy@gmail.com. I am a licensed and certified health insurance agent in WA State and represent multiple health insurance companies. I can help you with your decision and enrollment for the plan that best meets your needs.