Perseids have begun!, no tomatoes yet?, freezing zucchini

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Sunday, August 8, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 45 days Question of the Day In the United States, what city averages the most rainfall? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What do these sentences have in common? Joe packed my sledge with five boxes of frozen quail. Back in my quaint garden, jaunty zinnias vie with flaunting phlox. – Answer Summer declines and roses have grown rare, But cottage crofts are gay with hollyhocks, And in old garden walks you breathe an air Fragrant of pinks and August-smelling stocks. –John Todhunter (1839–1916) ADVERTISEMENT Perseid Meteor Shower 2021 The Perseid Meteor Shower are the most popular meteor shower of the year. With 50 meteors per hour during summer evenings, what could be better? The meteors peak from August 11 to 13, 2021. And what’s even more exciting this year is that there’s no full Moon or moonlight so dark...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The Old Farmer's Almanac 2022 Edition Now on Pre-Sale! Happy New Almanac Year! It’s time to celebrate the newest edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! With our longstanding commitment to “new, useful, and entertaining matter,” you can count on your new edition to deliver a comprehensive and trustworthy guide to 2022. Pre-order now!   LEARN MORE   Why Isn't My Tomato Plant Producing Fruit? Are you seeing lots of flowers on your tomatoes but not enough red fruit? From lack of pollination to extreme heat, there are some reasons why this happens, but also most are addressable. See our article (with video demo) to find out how to get more tomatoes—and reap the fruit of your labors!   WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT Buy 3 or more wine bottle lights and get $3 off each automatically! These wine bottle lights make dazzling decorations. They include a brushed metal wine stopper with a trail of warm LED lights to illuminate your favorite bottle after you drink it!   LEARN MORE   Too Much Zucchini? Freeze It! Freeze your zucchini and summer squash when you have too much on hand.  Here are two methods to easily freeze zucchini for year-round use (plus recipes).   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Discover the simple joys of country living! The friendly cow on the cover is just the beginning when it comes to the charming contents of the 2022 Country Calendar! There are stunning photographs of sunny meadows, autumn leaves, and beautiful mountains inside, plus wit and wisdom from The Old Farmer for living a happy country life.   LEARN MORE   Grilled Cantaloupe With Prosciutto Cantaloupe wrapped in prosciutto is a classic appetizer. The ripe fruit pairs well with the salty, cured meat.Try it on the grill for a fresh summery appetizer!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT New Webinar! Astronomy Highlights: Perseids at Their Peak Don’t miss the BEST meteor shower of the year! Join us on Wednesday, August 11, as Almanac astronomer Bob Berman tells us all about the incredible PERSEID METEOR SHOWER, which is at its peak on the nights of August 11, 12, and 13.   LEARN MORE   Fun Facts and Myths About Hair Curious about your crowning glory? Here are some fun facts and myths about hair, including hair growth, hair color, and hair styles.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Everyday Calendar can bring a smile to your face every day! “Love this little calendar; I keep it on my kitchen counter, and with my morning coffee read the info for the day to my husband and our dog … They love it, too.” –Annette Caforio   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