Full Moon rises, a season of supermoons, states move to keep DST

View Web Version WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE May you have warm words on a cold evening, a full Moon on a dark night, and the road downhill all the way to your door. –Irish blessing Sunday, March 8, 2020 68th day of the year Spring begins in 11 days Kathy Ireland (model & actress) was born on this day in 1963. Victor Manuel Blanco (astronomer who helped build the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory in Chile) died on this day in 2011. Question of the Day Why is a Charlie Horse (leg cramp) called a Charlie Horse? Answer Full Moon Tonight/Tomorrow Full Moon for March 2020 March’s full Worm Moon will be a supermoon! Here’s all you need to know about the full Worm Moon—including why it’s called that and Moon phase dates for the month.   READ MORE   SPONSORED Actress Reveals the “Bathroom Trick” That Made Her Feel Years Younger When Maggie first revealed this “bathroom trick” on her website earlier this month, some were understandably skeptical. To her amazement, she says her stomach “deflated,” her mood improved, and her energy skyrocketed — all in a matter of days. Click Here For Instructions   LEARN MORE   First Supermoon in March Ready For Supermoon Season 2020? You may have noticed media outlets saying that we are entering a “supermoon season,” with three supermoons in a row, in March, April, and May, The first one—the Super Worm Moon—rises on March 8/9. What does it mean to be a supermoon? And why don’t we use this term in The Old Farmer’s Almanac? Here are the facts.   READ MORE   Bright and Bold Umbrellas These sturdy umbrellas come in several nature-inspired designs.   LEARN MORE   $39.97 Planting Nature's Candy! When to Plant Peas When to plant garden peas? “Plant peas as soon as the ground can be worked” is a popular saying in the gardening world. Unfortunately, in my garden, that means mid- to late March! However, our fortunate southern friends can often start planting in January and February. Wherever you live, see my pea-planting tips.   READ MORE   Rooster Birdhouse Functional art for your garden and feathered friends!    LEARN MORE   $26.95 States Moving to Scrap DST More States Moving to Keep Daylight Saving Time Permanent As of this writing, 39 states have proposed legistation and nine states have enacted legislation to provide for year-round daylight saving time, if Congress were to allow such a change. Is it time to scrap this practice? Learn more about the myths of DST (It’s NOT for farmers), the latest news on information on states’ efforts, and weigh in with your thoughts!   READ MORE   Red Mercury Lantern Buy 2 or more and get $2.00 off each while supplies last. Includes10 lights and a 6-hour timer. Takes 2 AA batteries.   LEARN MORE   $14.95 Maple Syrup Goodness Making Maple Syrup: Good and Good for You! What is “real” maple syrup? What makes good maple syrup weather? How are trees tapped? What are maple syrup health benefits? Discover nature’s liquid gold!   READ MORE   Alpaca Fleece Socks The cure for cold feet! Alpaca socks are soft, luxurious, and warmer than sheep’s wool. Choose from active outdoor and extreme cold styles.   LEARN MORE   $24.95-$26.95 THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU QUICK CLICKS 7-Day Forecast 2-Month Forecast Moon Phase Calendar Best Days—Astrological Timetable WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD ADVICE STORE New to this newsletter? It’s free! Sign up here. You are receiving this e-mail message because you subscribed at our Web site: Almanac.com If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to unsubscribe. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* Visit our Web site Help page to report corrections or inquire about your online account, products, editorial, and technical issues. For reprinting and reuse, see our Terms of Use. © 2020 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.