We at the King's Port Inn hope everybody is enjoying the month of June! It is truly a special month in Maine. It marks the beginning of the summer season, and the relaxation of many Mainers and tourist alike. Also, the days are longer, the sun is shining and warmth is in the air. So, in celebration of June, the King's Port Inn would like to share some interesting facts of the month of June:
June is the sixth month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian calendars. It is one of four months which have 30 days. June contains the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, and the Winter solstice in the Southern Hemispher. The official beginning of summer is June 21st. The offical beginning of winter begins June 1st(Souther Hemispher).
In the start of June, the sun rises in the constellation of Taurus; at the end of June, the sun rises in the constellation of Gemini.
The Latin name for June is Junius. In mythology, the month is named after the Roman goddess Juno, the goddess of marraige and the wife of the supreme deity Jupiter. In ancient Rome, the month of June was considered inauspicious for marriage.
There are many holidays and observations in the month of June. There is Armed Forces Day and St. Jean Baptiste Day in Canada. There is father's day, and flag day in the United States. There are religious holidays such as Lajkonik, celebrated in Krakow, Poland on the first Thursday of the month.
There is also Feast of the Ascension, on June 9th, for Christians.
Also, let's not forget the Great American Backyard Campout Day on June 15th, and National Flip Flop Day on June 17th!
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of June. We have premium rooms with King beds for only $119 a night. We also have Jacuzzi Suites with King beds for only $159. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. Please call us at 1-800-286-5767 for more informtion. Have a happy June!
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