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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Sunday, July 4, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 80 days Question of the Day Why is the name "John Hancock" synonymous with "your signature"? – Answer Puzzle of the Day How would securely hitching a horse affect his speed? – Answer July 4: Happy Independence Day, United States! ADVERTISEMENT The UV Index Scale Are you playing it safe in the sun? The standardized UV index scale tells you how quickly your skin will burn without protection. Check out the UV Index and the latest UV forecast for your area!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT You can now order your 2022 Planner! Previously known as the Engagement Calendar—now in its 27th year! This popular daily planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations.   LEARN MORE   Zinnia Flower Varieties: Colorful, Easy, Fast-Growing! No summer garden is complete without colorful zinnias. Is there an easier or faster flower to grow? Sprinkle them in full sun and you’ll have seedlings in days!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Buy 2 or more and get $3 off each tote bag! Show support for local farmers with these convenient and sturdy tote bags!   LEARN MORE   Rain Barrels in the Garden: Harvest Your Water Summer’s a good time to assess what you could use in the garden. Consider the merits of a rain barrel positioned to catch rainfall from downspouts or gutters, especially for plants on dry days or during drought.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Learn full Moon meanings with the 2022 Moon Calendar! Enchanting lunar photos and folklore! This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite, including monthly full Moon names and meanings. Now shipping!   LEARN MORE   A Salute to "Yankee Doodle" “Nankey doodle came to town, riding on a pony. With a feather in his hat, upon a macaroni.” Recognize these lyrics? Once a children’s rhyme, the words changed over time from a political taunt to a battle hymn during the American Revolution! Learn more about this patriot tune (and what is a...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Get cooking in a Magnolia Apron! Enjoy your time in the kitchen this summer. This stunning kitchen apron evokes the fragrance of magnolias. Brighten up your kitchen with the Magnolia Apron!   LEARN MORE   16 Favorite Zucchini Recipes How many ways can you use zucchini? How about zucchini bread, zucchini pizza, zucchini relish, fried zucchini, zucchini pancakes—OK, we’ll stop there. We hope you enjoy our collection!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Handy gardening tools with lovely designs! These garden trowels and transplanters feature wide, large blades that hold large amounts of soil and extra-strong designs that won’t bend, even in the toughest soil type. Plus, they have bright designs to keep your garden cheery!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Almanac Companion... Share with a Friend THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom!  Visit Almanac.com Shop Our Store You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to manage preferences. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version