Overwintering rosemary, 12 harvest hacks, that dazzling UFO

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, September 30, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Winter begins in 82 days Question of the Day Why is it that when meat is not thawed before frying, it is tough when cooked? – Answer Puzzle of the Day (Blank) (Blank) the day. (What's the saying? Fill in the blanks!) – Answer The way was black, The night was mad with lightning; I bestrode My wild young colt, upon a mountain road. And, crunching onward, like a monster’s jaws, His ringing hoof-beats their glad rhythm kept, Breaking the glassy surface of the pools, Where hidden waters slept. A million buzzing insects in the air On droning wing made sullen discord there. –José Santos Chocano (1875–1934) ADVERTISEMENT Overwintering Rosemary: Growing Rosemary Indoors Find out how to overwinter rosemary and grow rosemary indoors to keep this wonderful herb growing all year!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Cardiologist Warns: Throw Out Your Probiotics Now If you’re taking probiotics and dealing with bloating, constipation, weight gain, or even brain fog, read this immediately! Probiotics add good bacteria to your stomach; however, they may only help temporarily. Most Americans have more bad bacteria than good. There is one food that feeds good bacteria and takes over bad bacteria, click here to find out this one food.   LEARN MORE   Smart Harvesting Hacks and Ideas It’s harvesttime—our favorite time of year! We have some super smart ideas to share with you to make your harvest easier and quicker—and also help your produce to keep for longer. Yum!     WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT Live Webinar: Everything you need for fall gardening! New Fall Gardening Essentials Live Webinar on September 30, 2021 at 7PM ET! Learn how to extend your gardening season, take advantage of autumn’s cool conditions, plant for fall foliage, and get your garden ready for next year’s growing season!   LEARN MORE   That Dazzling UFO? Look Again. It’s not well known, but autumn has the year’s darkest skies. Since there are now fewer brilliant stars than at any other time, many will marvel at two ultra-bright “stars.” What are they? Oddly, this is a period when many report these dazzling beacons as UFOs.    READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Useful with a pleasant degree of humor since 1792! “I was amazed! Now I’m reading it from cover to cover for the second time! It is MORE than useful and has a jolly good degree of humor, which we all can use during these ridiculously uncertain times. WELL DONE, The Old Farmers Almanac!” –Barbara Anne Post   LEARN MORE   Seasonal Crafts: Apple Heads The art of making apple heads is both easy and fun. Follow these easy instructions for a creative fall craft.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Enchanting lunar photos and folklore! Spend a year with the Moon! “Photos ARE gorgeous! Love knowing the name and background of each Full Moon. And every month includes the ‘Best Days To’ plus a full table of ‘Best Days’ in the back of the calendar. Exactly as described - glad I purchased.” -Tracey Uhthoff   LEARN MORE   Maple Squash Casserole Similar in texture to a sweet potato casserole, our Maple Squash Casserole makes the best of your winter squash harvest!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find timeless advice, funny riddles, and fascinating history? Enjoyed by folks for more than 25 years, this full-color, page-per-day box calendar features fun facts, folklore, tips, quotes, proverbs, puzzles, and more! Every day is “useful, with a pleasant degree of humor.”   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

Michaelmas, fall flowers, hawks, apple butter

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, September 29, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Winter begins in 83 days Question of the Day How should I season my cast-iron pan? – Answer Puzzle of the Day The state of exclamation. (Abbreviation of a U.S. state) – Answer If Michaelmas brings many acorns, Christmas will cover the fields with snow. –Weather proverb September 29: Michaelmas ADVERTISEMENT The Best Fall Flowers for Your Garden Summer’s end does not mean that flower blooms have to end! Here are some of our favorite fall-blooming flowers that brighten up our autumn landscape—including annuals, perennials, and shrubs. Why not enjoy colorful blooms and foliage for even longer?!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT THE TASTE RATS AND HOUSE MICE JUST DIE FOR!® Rodents in your barn aren’t up to anything good. Put an end to feed contamination and waste, damage to equipment and electrical wiring, and risk of serious disease. It’s time to take action with Just One Bite® II rodent bait!   LEARN MORE   How to Build a Cold Frame Learn how to make a cold frame for the garden with these tips. When those first frosts of fall hit, you’ll want to protect your precious plants!    READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Lease a Maple Tree A truly memorable Christmas gift! After the sap run, each tree tenant gets at least 60 ounces of the finest wood-fired maple syrup. Your friends get the delicious results, and you get all the raves!   LEARN MORE   What Are the Quarter Days and What Do They Mean? Michaelmas is one of the Quarter Days of the ancient Celtic Calendar—as is Christmas! This calendar was based on the seasons with the Quarter Days near the solstices and equinoxes and the Cross-Quarter Days as the seasonal midpoints. Learn more—and find out why we celebrate Groundhog Day, Halloween...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Want to Feel Stronger at 60 than at 30? Top Expert Says Do This One Thing It’s a method anyone can do that takes about one or two minutes a day. And within a very short period of time, you’re going to feel stronger, and probably healthier, than you have in years.   LEARN MORE   Apple Butter Make your own apple butter with this simple recipe. Apple butter is a delicious alternative to peanut butter, and a great way to use fresh apples.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Fall fun for kids of all ages! Whether you’re going on a Halloween Hunt, looking out for the “Supermoon,” or crafting fun critters out of pinecones, there’s tons of fall fun in The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids!   LEARN MORE   Watching the Fall Hawk Migration The birding world puts on a quite a show in autumn. Birds by the thousands migrate southward out of Canada through the United States, pouring into Central America. We are the lucky spectators who get to watch this lavish display. More easily seen, and more breathtaking, are the migrations of birds...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Live Webinar: Everything you need for fall gardening! New Fall Gardening Essentials Live Webinar on September 30, 2021 at 7PM ET! Learn how to extend your gardening season, take advantage of autumn’s cool conditions, plant for fall foliage, and get your garden ready for next year’s growing season!   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