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Samhaim, snake plants, colorful canna, first snow contest!

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From The Old Farmer's Almanac
 

For a charm of powerful trouble, Like a hell-broth boil and bubble.
–William Shakespeare (1564–1616)
 

 
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Question of the Day
Is it true that you can tell how high the snow will be by looking at how high the bees build their nests?
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Puzzle of the Day
What is it that occurs once in a minute, twice in a moment, and once in a million years?
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What Are the Quarter Days and What Do They Mean?
Samhain (“summer’s end”) is celebrated as today’s Halloween. Learn about the four seasonal Quarter Days in the ancient Celtic calendar. Many of today’s events—Groundhog Day, weddings, elections, Christmas—tie back to this calendar. 
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Snake Plants
Snake plants, also known as “Mother-in-Law’s Tongue” and Sansevieria, are one of the easiest houseplants to care for. This striking succulent plant is very forgiving and perfect for beginners, but they are beloved by experienced “plant parents,” too.
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Cannas
Flashy and flamboyant, canna lilies are perennial flowers that thrive in the heat of July and August. Learn how to plant and grow cannas—as well as how to deadhead, cut back, and over winter.
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Blooming designs for your kitchen!

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2023 First Snow Contest
It's time for our annual snow contest! When is the "first snowfall" in Dublin, New Hampshire, the snowy village of The Old Farmer's Almanac? We're giving away our new 2024 weather calendars. Guess the date!
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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
These crunchy, salty, roasted pumpkin seeds are super simple to make and hard not to eat in just one sitting! Roasted pumpkin seeds are an excellent fall snack—a much healthier alternative to the usual sweets of the season!
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