Thursday

Peace lilies, Leonids tonight, sweet potato casserole

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34 days until winter begins

Question of the Day
If the 25th wedding anniversary is silver and the 50th is gold, what are the 10th and 11th?
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Puzzle of the Day
Which is heavier, a half or a full Moon?
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Shorter and shorter now the twilight clips
The days, as though the sunset gates they crowd.

–Alice Cary, American poet (1820–71)

The Leonid meteors peak tonight. Look for these moderately active meteors after midnight! Read more about the Leonids here.

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Flower Bulbs Giveaway
 
Peace Lilies
Peace lilies are one of the most common houseplants because they’re fairly easy to grow and are beautiful, too! They can be temperamental at times, but once you know how to care for them correctly, a peace lily makes for a lovely addition to any houseplant collection.…
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When You Eat Oatmeal Every Day, This Is What Happens

Doctor shares the key to healthy digestion (takes 2 minutes a day).

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Meteor Shower Calendar 2022: When Is the Next Meteor Shower?
The Leonids peak on the night of November 17, 2022! Our Meteor Shower Calendar for 2022 has the dates, best time to view, number per hour, point of origin, and associated comet—plus, viewing tips.
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The perfect weather station for your kitchen window!

This handsome copper weather station has a thermometer that measures temperature in both Fahrenheit and Celsius on an easy-to-read scale. The dial measures 4in wide, which makes it perfect for mounting outside your kitchen window for easy viewing!

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Privacy Shrubs: Fastest-Growing Shrubs for Privacy
If an ugly view ruins the ambience of your outdoor space or if your noisy neighbors are spoiling your enjoyment of your backyard, consider growing a living fence! Here are different types of fast-growing shrubs for privacy. 
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What's on the new Almanac t-shirt?

The Official Almanac shirts feature an original design by Ty Meier, a New Hampshire artist, that beautifully captures the natural and celestial themes of The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Order yours today!

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How to Peel a Chestnut
Here’s how to peel a chestnut—without cutting off your thumb! While chestnuts are similar to other nuts and easy to crack, they can be tricky to peel. Here’s how it’s done!
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Did you know there's an Almanac Club?

Do you flip through your Almanac and wonder what daily life might have been like in years past? You can entertain that thought by studying two Almanac replicas from 1823 and 1923. Both are included in the box of goodies when you join The Old Farmer’s Almanac Club!

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Pecan-Crusted Sweet Potato Casserole
Anyone who likes to have dessert first will love this dish! It’s perfect as a side dish on a holiday (or any other day, really).
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