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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, August 9, 2024 Of course I have played outdoor sports.  I once played dominoes in an open-air cafe in Paris.  —Oscar Wilde, Irish writer (1854–1900) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 44 days until autumn begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: cut hair to encourage growth get married Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day Can I eliminate the poison oak at the back edge of my wooded lawn without using chemicals or going in there and cutting? – Answer Puzzle of the Day The Golden State.(Name the U.S. state!) – Answer ADVERTISEMENT grubGONE!®G: For Organic Lawn Care The only Non-Chemical that Effectively Controls Turf Grubs, Spring through Fall: 2x greater Summer & Fall Season control than GrubEx®, 1000x more spores than Milky Spore®. This easy to apply granule is highly effective in controlling all types of scarab beetle grubs (Chafers, Japanese Beetles, more) in lawns without harming homeowners, pets, pollinators, earthworms or birds and does not contaminate soil, streams, ponds and lakes.   LEARN MORE   What Are The Odds? The Olympics are drawing to a close! Have you ever wondered, "What are the chances of ME winning a gold medal?" We've figured it out for you!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Order Your 2025 Old Farmer's Almanac Planner 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   2024 Perseid Meteor Shower: Best Time to See Shooting Stars! The famous spectacle of the summer Perseid meteor shower has begun—and will keep intensifying until its peak on August 12. The Moon won’t mar the show this year, so expect a shooting star every minute!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Enjoy a bountiful harvest of gardening tips! 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   How to Grow Plums: The Complete Guide Ever thought about growing juicy plums? Not only are they prolific producers, but plum trees also add beauty to your backyard if grown in the right spot. Here’s how to plant, grow, and harvest plums.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Staff Picks: The Hori Hori Knife The Hori Hori Knife is a staff favorite at the Almanac.  Use it to sow seeds, weed, cut brush, and harvest vegetables!   LEARN MORE   Bug Off! 5 Homemade Pesticides: DIY Soap Sprays for Plants There is no magic bullet for keeping your garden and indoor plants free from insect pests. Some tricks I have learned over the years provide ways to cope with bugs without resorting to nasty chemicals.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Looks great and protects you from the Sun! Our new collection of embroidered baseball caps features garden-inspired designs on the front and a cheerful sentiment on the back. They’re a stylish choice for your morning walk or a trip to the farmer’s market!   LEARN MORE   Plum Crostata This plum crostata recipe makes the most of the seasonal fruit. A crostata is a free-form pie or tart that is baked on a baking sheet instead of in a pie plate. This recipe uses plums, but you can use any stone fruit (such as peaches or nectarines) or a mix!    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 Almanac Daily? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. 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 email newsletter in the future, please manage your preferences. Is daily too much? Switch to weekly! *Please do not reply to this e-mail* Contact Us © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 View web version