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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, April 24, 2023 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 58 days until summer begins When is the next full moon? Question of the Day What is a hot posset? I know it is a drink from the medieval times, but that is all. – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is a shark’s favorite sandwich? – Answer   When daisies pied and violets blue  And lady-smocks all silver-white  And cuckoo-buds of yellow hue  Do paint the meadows with delight,  –William Shakespeare (1564–1616) ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend. ☜ The Life and Times of Robert B. Thomas The founder of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, Robert B. Thomas, was born on April 24, 1766. He founded The Old Farmer’s Almanac in 1792, when George Washington was president. Here’s a small glimpse into the man and his time.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The “Greatest Gardening Magazine” is Here! To quote our readers, the Almanac Garden Guide is “no ordinary magazine.” Imagine the country’s best-selling garden experts sharing their knowledge in ONE place. If you pick up ONE gardening magazine this year, treat yourself to the Garden Guide. Take a look inside—and get inspired!   LEARN MORE   Crepe Myrtles Affectionately nicknamed the “lilac of the South,” crepe myrtles are chiefly known for their long blooming period of showy flowers. These no-fuss flowering shrubs/small trees are also heat-, drought-, and deer-resistant! Learn how to plant and grow crepe myrtles.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Companion handbooks for all gardeners! We have two great books to get your garden on the right path for 2023. Order yourself a copy of The Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook or The Flower Gardener’s Handbook! They’re filled to the brim with gardening wisdom, covering sowing, growing, and harvesting.    LEARN MORE   5 Delicious Cupcake Recipes When you don’t want to make an entire cake, make cupcakes! From our scratch go-to vanilla cupcake to gourmet cupcakes to a fun cupcake tower, here are 5 cupcake recipes.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT All-Natural Bug Spray! Enjoy the outdoors in peace with The Old Farmer’s Almanac All-Natural Insect Repellent! It’ll keep biting bugs at bay, using a DEET-free formula that’s family-friendly.  Simply apply to skin or clothing, and you’re ready to go!   LEARN MORE   “Alexa, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” “Hey Google, ask Farmer’s Almanac about today.” Shop The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you the 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. Is Daily too much, switch to weekly? *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © 2023 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version