May Day flowers, why we call it May, tonight's sky!

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, May 1, 2023 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 51 days until summer begins When is the next full moon? Question of the Day – Answer Puzzle of the Day What do these sentences have in common?Joe packed my sledge with five boxes of frozen quail.Back in my quaint garden, jaunty zinnias vie with flaunting phlox. – Answer    Oh! fragrant is the breath of May In tranquil garden closes, And soft yet regal is her sway Among the springtide roses. –William Hamilton Hayne (1856–1929) ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend. ☜ May Day 2023: What Is May Day? May Day (May 1) celebrates the return of spring! Learn about the origins of May Day and fun traditions, from surprise flower baskets to the Maypole. Don’t forget to wash your face in dew on the morning of May 1 for good luck. Here are 10 ways to “bring in the May.”    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The perfect gift for any occasion! 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   The Month of May 2023: Holidays, Fun Facts, Folklore Celebrate the gorgeous month of May!  Find out why this months is called “May” and which seven holidays are coming up. Plus, we have the May weather forecast, May full Moon, gardening tips for May, seasonal recipes, folklore, and more to bring a smile to your day.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Our May Day Sale is Here! Save 50% on all of our 2023 products for the entire month. This is your last chance to order any of our 2023 products!   LEARN MORE   Night Sky for May 2023: Planets, Stars, and the Moon April showers bring May flowers but also the rise of the Flower Moon (on Cinco de Mayo!). With these warmer nights, carve out some time for stargazing. Find out what’s easy to see in tonight’s sky!    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   “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