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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, December 7, 2023   Here delicate snow-stars, out of the cloud,  Come floating downward in airy play.  –William Cullen Bryant (1794–1878), American poet Today is also National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Read more about it here. Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 14 days until winter begins View the Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To cut hair to discourage growth get married Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity. Question of the Day In what year did Charles Dickens write A Christmas Carol? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What stones are never seen together? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Gardener's Trio Gift Bundle Introducing The Old Farmer’s Almanac’s Gardener’s Trio Gift Bundle - a thoughtful gift for gardening enthusiasts, whether it’s for someone special or a treat for yourself!   LEARN MORE   Hanukkah 2023: When Is Hanukkah and Why Is It Celebrated? When is Hanukkah? In 2023, this eight-day “festival of lights” begins on Thursday, December 7, at sundown. Learn all about Hanukkah dates, customs such as the nightly menorah lighting, and special foods.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Shipping Now: 2024 Gardening Calendars! The Gardening Calendar is our most popular calendar. Our readers love its friendly planting reminders, inspiring quotations, growing advice, folklore, and beautiful full-color illustrations!   LEARN MORE   Latkes Recipe Explore the crispy delight of latkes. These golden potato pancakes are shallow-fried to perfection, offering a crunchy exterior and a fluffy inside.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Give Dad something he'll use this year! Keeping the tradition of American leather-working alive, Rogue Industries crafts durable bison and moose leather wallets in Maine.   LEARN MORE   Raspberry Walnut Rugelach Sweet and flaky, rugelach (which translates to “little twists” or “rolled things”) are Jewish pastries that have become a popular dessert across America. They are fun to make, pretty to give, and delicious!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Did you know there's an Almanac Club? That’s right! Join the Almanac Club today and receive an exclusive club member box containing the latest Almanac, Weather Calendar, and replicas of Almanacs from 100 and 200 years ago!   LEARN MORE   Night Sky Map for December 2023: Rotation of the Stars Are you a stargazer? If you find Polaris—the star right above the North Pole—you’ll see that all the stars wheel around it during the night! Pretty cool! See our mid-December Sky Map as a guide.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Last Minute Gift Idea: Coffee Mugs! Find the perfect gift to finish off your list at the Old Farmer’s Store! We offer a wide selection of coffee mugs featuring botanic designs for gardeners, birders, and fans of the outdoors!   LEARN MORE   Yarrow Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a native North American plant popular with pollinators and practically care-free, making it perfect for borders, ground covers, and open meadows. Here’s how to grow yarrow in your garden!    READ MORE    ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ Shop The Old Farmer's Store Get The Old Farmer's Almanac Daily Update for Amazon Echo "Alexa, ask Farmer's Almanac about today."  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