Dad quotes, who invented Father's Day?, BBQ rub, growing sedum, ladybugs

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors

 ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Sunday, June 18, 2023 Only a dad, but he gives his all   To smooth the way for his children small,   Doing, with courage stern and grim,   The deeds that his father did for him.   –Edgar Guest (1881–1959) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 3 days until summer begins When is the Next Full Moon? Question of the Day I’ve heard people talking about orange cucumbers that are supposed to be full of vitamins. What are these? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Hard case (Change these words into a single word.) – Answer ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend. ☜ ADVERTISEMENT Pre-Order Your 2024 Almanac Calendar! Our latest calendars are up for pre-order. Order today, and you’ll get your new calendar before they hit the shelves!   LEARN MORE   Father's Day 2023: What to Do on Father's Day Happy Father's Day! Find some great quotes for your card, tasty recipes, and a few activities. Plus, find out who "invented" Father's Day—it's a moving story.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Companion handbooks for all gardeners! 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   The Forgotten History of Father's Day Father’s Day did not become a national holiday until 1972. Why did it take so long to pass into law (unlike Mother's Day, which was quickly embraced)? Why was it controversial at one time? Find out.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Stores easy, protects you from the sun, and on sale! This lightweight straw hat offers 50 SPF protection from the sun! It’s also water-resistant and rolls up for easy travel storage without losing its shape. SAVE $4 while supplies last!   LEARN MORE   Sedum Sedums have it all! This perennial plant has succulent green foliage and produces clusters of star-shaped flowers that bloom from midsummer to fall. It’s easy to care for and beloved by pollinators, too! Here’s how to grow sedum in your garden.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Assemble the beauty of nature! Relax and pass the time on a rainy day with one of our nature-inspired puzzles! Choose from a selection that includes vintage vegetables, garden wonders, and a rainbow of birds.   LEARN MORE   How to Attract Ladybugs to Your Garden to Eat Pests! Ladybugs are one of the gardener’s biggest allies! Both the adults and their ferocious-looking larvae are insatiable aphid-munchers, so they’re an essential part of your garden’s natural pest control team.    WATCH VIDEO    ADVERTISEMENT Need a great gift for a gardener? Shop our selection of gardening tool sets! Each one comes with a pruner, small cultivator, and a trowel and features a colorful design.   LEARN MORE   Baby Back Ribs with Coffee Spice Rub This baby back ribs recipe has a fantastic coffee spice rub made with a unique coffee rub mixture that features a hint of cocoa.    READ 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