Memorial Day is, of course, a time to honor America's fallen soldiers. It's also the unofficial start of summer, even if the solstice is still a few weeks away. As always, the Buy Side staff is busy finding the best deals for you to shop and save this holiday.

Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members. But it’s come to anchor the unofficial start of summer and retail discounts.

The Popcorn Hat Players will present “Wonder Tales from Around the World”, a family-friendly collection of folk tales from Africa, Ireland, the Middle East and Native American traditions. The show is at 1 p.m. on May 24 at Gamut Theatre in Harrisburg.

Prime Members can save as much as 60% on 30 kitchen items during Amazon’s Memorial Day sale. Shop the best deals on air fryers, cookware, knife sets, and more. Prices start at just $4.

Memorial Day weekend isn’t just for barbecues and beach trips — it’s also a chance to score some of the best tech deals you’ll find all season. And despite the fact the holiday isn’t until Monday, May 26th, multiple retailers are already offering steep discounts on some of our favorite gadgets, from big-ticket items to everyday essentials.

The Thursday nor’easter will move up into eastern Maine and eventually Canada on Friday. As we start the long Memorial Day weekend, the dwindling storm system will still be a bit of a factor in our weather, just relinquishing its grip as time moves along.

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer for many in the United States, but it won’t feel like that in the East leading up to the holiday thanks in part to a rare May nor’easter.

Derrah Getter's First Warning Forecast We won’t be as soggy today. We’ll see a mix of sun and clouds throughout the day. There’s a slight chance for a few spotty showers to develop this afternoon. High temperatures will be near 80.

Martha Stewart’s modern farmhouse furniture and decor are up to 75 percent off at Wayfair’s Memorial Day sale. Shop ottomans, armchairs, media consoles, end tables, and more starting at $10