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Question of the Day
How can I loosen glued chair joints that are still tight so that I can reglue other joints that have loosened?
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Puzzle of the Day
What is the geometrical form of an escaped parrot?
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All the flowers of tomorrow are in the seeds of yesterday.
–Proverb

Today is President Abraham Lincoln's birthday. Happy 214th, Abe!

 
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Abraham Lincoln, the Almanac, and a Murder Trial
Abraham Lincoln, born on February 12 in 1809, pursued a legal career before turning to a political one that eventually led to the U.S. presidency. In our Dublin, New Hampshire, office hangs a reproduction of a painting by Norman Rockwell depicting him in front of a jury holding the 1857…
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New Features! Sample Plans and Live Chat Support

We’re excited to announce new features for The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Planner! You can now select a sample garden plan to get you started. Plus, we’re offering LIVE chat support with gardening experts. Try it for free today!

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How to Make Your Own Seed-Starting Mix
Dirt from your backyard won’t do the job for the germination of small seeds. It’s too compacted, it’s got weed seeds, and it’s not pasteurized, potentially causing disease. Most seedlings will die. Start seeds with a soilless grow mix instead. Easy to make and use, here…
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We want to make getting your new Almanac and Gardening Calendar easier, so we designed The Old Farmer’s Gardening Club! It’s a subscription that delivers them to you every year before they hit the shelves. Plus, we include a special gardening magazine or soft-cover book every year!

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Super Bowl Weather Records
It’s time for Super Bowl LVII! Let’s take a look back at some weather records from past Super Bowls. Where was the coldest Super Bowl? Where was the warmest?  What weather is expected this year?
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Did you know we have three versions of The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac? That’s right! Take your pick between The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac - Classic Edition, Collector’s Edition, or Digital Edition.  Order today!

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10 Romantic Flowers for Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is coming up soon (February 14), and if you’d rather not buy flowers that will wilt and die in a few days, try cultivating a little romance by giving packets of seeds with a special meaning. Love will blossom along with these 10 flowers with such romantic names…
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Buffalo Chicken and Cheese Dip
Spicy, chunky, and oh, so cheesy! This dip is perfect for the big game-day party. But be sure to get a bite early—it won’t last long!
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