Winter solstice tomorrow!, the Yule log, Christmas appetizers

View Web Version WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE Now see stern Winter nearer draw, Sol's feeble rays refuse to thaw. What Winter's frost congeal'd; And lo! the flaky snows appear, Proclaim the approach of Christmas near, And deck in white the field. –William Cole (c. 1824) Friday, December 20, 2019 354th day of the year Winter begins tomorrow George Roy Hill (director of film) was born on this day in 1922. Steve Landesberg (actor) died on this day in 2010. Question of the Day How did the idea of a Christmas tree start? Answer Winter Solstice Tomorrow! Winter Solstice 2019: The First Day of Winter The winter solstice is Saturday, December 21, 2019. This is the astronomical first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere and the shortest day of the year. What happens at the winter solstice? Why is the solstice important? Enjoy solstice facts and folklore from The Old Farmer’s Almanac.     READ MORE   Local Farmers' Market Tote SAVE 50% while supplies last! Features long and short handles for convenience. Plus, a two-sided design and small interior pocket.   LEARN MORE   $5.99 (Save $5.98) Yuletide and Yule Log What is the Yule Log? | Christmas Traditions What is the tradition of the Yule log? Today, many of us know the Yule log only as a yummy chocolate dessert! But Yule was the name of the old Winter Solstice festivals in northern Europe. Learn more about the custom of burning the Yule log.    READ MORE   Farmers' Market Cotton Tote Bag This sturdy cotton canvas bag features The Old Farmer’s Almanac 1792 logo on one side and the message “Support Your Local Farmers” on the other. Made in the USA.    LEARN MORE   $9.97 (Save $3) Longest Day of the Year Sunrise & Sunset Calculator What time does the Sun set tonight?   READ MORE   Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook NEW #1 BESTSELLER!  After inspiring and instructing gardeners for 227 years, we have created a single “how to garden” reference book that includes all of our expertise!   LEARN MORE   $11.95 Stonehenge and the Solstice 5 Ancient Sites Aligned With the Solstice and Equinox Ever been to Stonehenge? Machu Picchu? Across time, people have marked the changes of seasons—sometimes in dramatic ways! Here are five amazing ancient sites aligned with the solstices and equinoxes.   READ MORE   The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Weather Watcher's Calendar For those who like to keep an eye on the sky! Features dramatic photography, weather proverbs, historical weather events, trivia, and more.   LEARN MORE   $5.99 (Save $4) Christmas Appetizers Christmas Appetizer Recipes Ho, ho, ho! Here are 12 of our favorite Christmas appetizer recipes. Whether it’s classic deviled eggs or shrimp cocktail, find some great ideas that range from appetizing plates to elegant hors d’oeuvres.   READ MORE   The 2020 Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Calendar Our perennial best-seller for over 40 years!    LEARN MORE   $5.99 (Save $4) THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU QUICK CLICKS 7-Day Forecast 2-Month Forecast Moon Phase Calendar Best Days—Astrological Timetable WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE New to this newsletter? It’s free! Sign up here. You are receiving this e-mail message because you subscribed at our Web site: Almanac.com If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to unsubscribe. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* Visit our Web site Help page to report corrections or inquire about your online account, products, editorial, and technical issues. For reprinting and reuse, see our Terms of Use. © 2019 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.