Tuesday, June 28, 2022
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Today is Tau Day! In 2001, Bob Palais published π Is Wrong, where he said pi (π) should not be used for the circle constant—the geometry of a circle expressed in a single number. Instead, he called for tau (τ), which is equal to 2π, or roughly 6.28318, to be used instead. Whereas π compares a circle’s circumference to its diameter, τ is defined as the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its radius. This means the measurement of the circumference of any circle is about 6.28318 times its radius. 2π is used quite often in mathematics, and proponents of tau say it would be much easier to simply replace that symbol with τ. In general, mathematicians write equations about circles using its radius as well, not its diameter.
On June 28, 2010, Michael Hartl published the Tau Manifesto, which stood behind Palais and expanded on his ideas. Like Palais, he called for tau to replace pi, saying pi is a “confusing and unnatural choice for the circle constant.” He believed tau is a better way to describe the relationship between the circumference and the radius of a circle. With the release of his manifesto, he also created Tau Day. Just as 3/14 is Pi Day, 6/28 became Tau Day. It is an anti-Pi Day of sorts, and Hartl even called for Pi Day to be known as Half Tau Day. A growing number of mathematicians and physicists agree tau should replace pi, although this is not yet widely accepted.
JUNE
Tonight: Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month the Lighthouse Assembly of God Church has their food pantry open to the community from 6 until 7:30P. The Lighthouse Assembly of God Church is located at 670 Airport Rd. For more information, call (618) 524-2256.
Fourth of July Celebrations:
On Friday, July 1 – Harrah’s will kick off the holiday weekend with their Hometown Celebration! The celebration will start at 6P. They will have bouncy houses for the kids and adult beverages for adults. Fireworks will start at 9:15P. There is a $5 cover charge per person and will benefit the local School Supply Drive.
On Friday, July 1st, the Golconda Marina will host a fireworks celebration starting at 5P and a fireworks display they will begin at dark. The Independence Day Lighted Boat Parade will start at 9P.
On Saturday, July 2nd – Anna City Park – 5P – live music, food trucks, winery, vendors, and fireworks at 9P.
On Saturday, July 2nd – City of Brookport will celebrate the holiday weekend with a parade beginning at 10A. They are still in need of some vintage cars for the parade. If you are interested, on Saturday, line up at 3rd and Margrave Streets between 9 – 9:30A. After the parade, there will be free chips, hot dogs, and water given out at the Brookport City Park. Fireworks will be at 9P.
On Monday, July 4, the Massac County Historical Society will hold an Ice Cream Social on the lawn of the Elijah P Curtis home located at 405 Market St. The Ice Cream Social will take place from 2 – 4P. Everyone is invited to attend at no charge. There will be seating provided, or people may bring their own chairs and blankets.
More Upcoming Fundraisers and Events
Local Job Listings
Massac County School and Sports News
Upcoming Important Dates for Massac Unit #1 Students:
Monday, July 25 – 6:30pm – Regular School Board Meeting
Tuesday, August 9 – Teacher In-Service
Wednesday, August 10 – Teacher In-Service
Thursday, August 11 – First Day of School for Students
Monday, August 22 – 6:30pm – Regular School Board Meeting
Monday, September 5 – No School (Labor Day)
Monday, September 26 – 6:30pm – Regular School Board Meeting
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