Top 5 coldest U.S. cities, homemade bird suet, poisonous poinsettias?

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, December 8, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 13 days until winter begins Question of the Day Is the Christmas tree a Christian symbol? Where did it come from? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why is a blacksmith the most dissatisfied of mechanics? – Answer Turkeys perched on trees and refusing to descend indicates snow. –Weather folklore ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac share with a friend. ☜ Top 5 Coldest Cities in the United States What are the top 5 coldest cities in the United States? We’ve compiled a new list based on mean annual temperatures to see which city is the coldest of them all. Did your city make the cut?    READ MORE    The perfect gift of any occasion! Ring in your Holidays! Give a North Country Wind Bell® and with every gentle wind the recipient will have a lovely reminder of you! Maine Made since 1975!   LEARN MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Are Poinsettias Poisonous to Cats? Are poinsettias poisonous to cats? Let’s lay to rest once and for all the popular myth that poinsettias are dangerously poisonous to pets—or people.    READ MORE    Need some great gifts for gardeners? Give the gardener in your life the Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook or Flower Gardener’s Handbook! Each one was designed for gardeners of all skill levels. They’re filled to the brim with gardening wisdom, covering sowing, growing, and harvesting.    LEARN MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Growing Clivia The sunny orange blossoms on my Clivia miniata plant contrast nicely with the bleak landscape outside the window this time of year. Their flowers seem to arrive just when we need them the most, after the craziness of the holidays has settled down and the cold of winter has settled in.…    READ MORE    Who doesn't like getting socks for Christmas? These Alpaca Fleece OutdoorAdventure Socks are great for winter sports, hiking, hunting, fishing, camping, and cold nights by the fire. Keep your friends and family warm and toasty this winter by giving them as a gift!   LEARN MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How to Make Suet for Birds Suet is the perfect bird food for the winter months, when birds’ natural food sources start to dwindle. Suet also attracts several bird species that rarely visit a seed feeder. Here are three simple recipes for homemade suet cakes.    READ MORE    Make a dent in your gift list with these calendars! We’ve got you covered this holiday season. Choose from our selection of 2023 calendars that focus on special Almanac interests including Gardening, Weather, the Moon, and more!   LEARN MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Red Cabbage This pork tenderloin dish, with apples and red cabbage, is as flavorful as it is colorful.    READ MORE    “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Products 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. 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