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The GrayVine Newsletter Thursday 09.04.2025

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Thursday Edition - September 4, 2025

Good morning Member

Hey GrayViners, I hope your day’s off to a bright start! I’ve got a farewell party coming up in a few days for a close friend who’s moving abroad, and it’s got me thinking about what I’d bring to the potluck we’re planning. The fun twist is that everyone’s dish must start with the first letter of their name.

Since mine starts with S for Sophia, I’m bringing spaghetti! 🍝 How about you? If you had to bring a dish to a potluck that starts with the same letter as your name, what would you pick? Be as creative as you want—and share it with us!

Let’s look back at yesterday’s Word Unscramble: C H T I S R O

The word is ostrich! Cheers to our brilliant Word Wizards!

For today’s challenge, I'll leave you with this: I buzz and sip from blooms in spring, I dance in air on zigzag wings, with honey sweet, my gift I bring. What am I?

Submit your answer here, and who knows? You might be included in our shout-out tomorrow. So, what’s new in and around the US today? Let’s see...

Sophia — Newsletter Writer



Breaking News SeparatorBreaking News


Fun & GamesFun & Games


CrosswordSudokuSolitaireTrivia

Today’s Trivia SeparatorToday’s Trivia

The board game Scrabble was first sold in which decade?

Image source: Pixabay/Pexels

A. 1930s

B. 1940s

C. 1950s

D. 1960s


Let's Save - Today's Deals SeparatorLet's Save - Today's Deals

At-Home Yoga @ Yoga-Go*

Beginner-friendly yoga and stretching app.*

Bluetooth Speaker $5 @ Five Below

Play your classic tunes.

Mini Can Foliage $4.99 @ Trader Joe’s

Effortless charm in a can.

Note: Deals are not sponsored unless stated.


Recipe of the day SeparatorRecipe Of The Day

Panko-Crusted Pork Chops with Carrot Mash

Image credit: Pioneer Woman

Cozy flavors with a little modern flair.

You can find the full recipe below!


What's the Image Saying SeparatorWhat's The Image Saying?

Image source: The GrayVine

Looks can be deceiving, but I know you’ll solve this puzzle! Drop your answers here.

Think you solved the last game? Check if you earned a shout-out here!


On this day in History SeparatorOn This Day In History - September 4, 2025

1781 - Los Angeles was founded by 44 settlers under Spanish rule.

1993 - Jim Abbott, pitching for the Yankees, threw a no-hitter against Cleveland.

Wondering what else happened On This Day? Take a walk down memory lane here!


Picture of the Day SeparatorPicture Of The Day

Image source: Member lindadominguez/The GrayVine

Happy Place

Shout-out to GrayViner @lindadominguez for sharing this gorgeous glimpse of Yosemite—her true “happy place”! Towering pines, sweeping cliffs, and skies that seem to go on forever… It's the kind of view that makes you breathe a little deeper. Where is YOUR happy place? We’d love to see it—share a photo with us!


Fact of the Day SeparatorFront Porch Forum

Image source: Freepik

Front Porch Forum: “Help or Enablement?”

Take a seat, GrayViners! Someone’s written in for advice… Read on and let us know your thoughts.

Want to get something off your chest? Start a conversation here!


Word of the Day SeparatorWord Of The Day

CANDOR

(KAN-DER) The quality of being open, honest, and straightforward.

When used in a sentence, it reads: “He spoke with candor about the challenges he faced.”

Today’s trivia answer: B.

Scrabble was first sold in the 1940s and became a household favorite.