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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, December 29, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 80 days until spring begins Question of the Day What is the significance of the dreidel game that children play at Chanukah? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Can a leopard change his spots? – Answer Three months ago, the stream did flow, The lilies bloomed along the edge; And we were lingering to and fro,— Where none will track thee in this snow, Along the stream, beside the hedge. –Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806–61) ADVERTISEMENT Top 10 Gardening Tips for Beginners Want to start your first vegetable garden? How hard can it be? Just stick a few seeds in the ground and stand back, right? If only it were that easy! Here are 10 garden planning tips to consider before you dig in.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Cardiologist Warns: Throw Out Your Probiotics Now If you’re planning to, or are already taking probiotics and dealing with bloating, constipation, weight gain, or even brain fog, then read this immediately!   LEARN MORE   Traditional Wassail For centuries, going back to Anglo-Saxon times, holiday revelers have wished each other “Wes hal!”—Be Whole!—while sharing this drink.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2022. It’s easy, fun, and free to try!   LEARN MORE   “It Was So Cold That . . .” Canadians know cold.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The Almanac's 2022 Everyday Calendar is perfect for your home office! 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!   LEARN MORE   Homemade Shampoos, Toothpaste, & Deodorant We cook what we eat. So, why not try whipping up the products that get absorbed by your skin? Here are recipes for shampoos, conditioner, moisturizer, a bath soak, and toothpaste. Using pantry ingredients, they’re safe, fun, and easy on the wallet!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Enjoy the change of seasons in the stunning Country Calendar! The 2022 Country Calendar is sure to bring a smile to your face with the simple joys of the country whether you’re in a city or a small town!   LEARN MORE   The World's Best Cheesecake Introducing the World’s Best Cheesecake! Eat it in its pure form, garnish with berries, or drizzle with chocolate; this is the cheesecake recipe you have been looking for!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Hardcover Collector's Almanac is Shipping Now! Amaze your friends and surprise your family with the wit and wisdom in your Collector’s Almanac: origins of full Moon names; a lunar way of foretelling the weather; instructions on measuring interesting weather phenomena, from tornadoes to earthquakes; helpful advice for your best garden ev   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Daily Almanac... 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