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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, July 1, 2024 A moon-flooded prairie; a straying Of leal-hearted lovers; a baying Of far away watching dogs; a dreaming Of brown-fisted farmers; a gleaming Of fireflies eddying nigh, — And that is July! –James N. Matthews (1852–1910) July 1: Today is Canada Day! Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 83 days until autumn begins View the Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To color hair harvest belowground crops Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity. Question of the Day When is the best time to harvest okra? – Answer Puzzle of the Day How did the farmer count his cows? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT 2025 Calendars are Shipping Now! We’ve got a calendar for any interest or fascination, from lunar photography to everyday gardening tips. The choice is yours!   LEARN MORE   The Month of July 2024: Holidays, Fun Facts, Folklore Smile, it’s July! Which five holidays are coming up? What’s the summer weather forecast? What’s going on in the garden this month? How about some seasonal recipes? Enjoy our seasonal advice for July.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The best way to organize your time, no batteries required! This popular planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspiration. Each day offers a tip, fact, quote, proverb, or a bit of folklore to brighten your day!   LEARN MORE   July Birth Flowers: Larkspurs and Water Lilies Learn about the water lily and the larkspur, our two July birth flowers. One emerges from deep beneath the water’s surface; the other grows as a single tall stalk from the ground. Both provide a pop of color during the early to midsummer months!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Be the first to get your 2025 Almanac! Now in its 233nd year, The Old Farmer’s Almanac is STILL the best-selling annual in the United States and Canada. Order the 2025 edition today!   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Larkspurs: The Compete Larkspur Flower Guide Larkspurs are tall, inexpensive, and fantastic cut flowers for cottage gardens. These blooming plants are very easy to start from seed, too. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for larkspur in our plant growing guide.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Gardening, Weather, and Astronomy, Oh My! Join the 1792 Society! Receive our most popular publications, online library access, and invitations to  members-only events. Fuel your passion for gardening, weather & beyond.    LEARN MORE   July Birthstone: The Ruby Did you know that the ruby is the birthstone for July? What makes the ruby so coveted? Did you know it’s almost as hard as a diamond? Learn more about this fiery gem—one of nature’s rarest precious stones—associated with love, passion, protection, and wealth.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Unleash your inner gardening guru! Join the Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club and get our best gardening publications, plus exclusive access to an online library of gardening wisdom. Grow your knowledge (and your garden!) all year round.   LEARN MORE   Monthly Horoscope for July 2024 Here is the horoscope for July 2024, the month of our Nation’s birth. July 4, 1776, is generally considered the astrological birth chart of the United States. Learn what this means—and find the July horoscope for all 12 zodiac signs.    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* © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version