Origins of Halloween, how to make pie, easy houseplants

Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE Till I scarcely more than muttered “Other friends have flown before— On the morrow he will leave me, as my Hopes have flown before.” Then the bird said “Nevermore.” –Edgar Allan Poe (1809–49) Thursday, October 29, 2020 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Winter begins in 53 days Question of the Day What is the celebration of Ramadan about? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is the difference between 16 ounces and a small boy at the piano? – Answer Origins of Halloween Origins of Halloween Traditions Why does Halloween make us think of trick-or-treating, witches on broomsticks, bobbing for apples, and carved pumpkins? Why are carved pumpkins called Jack-O’-Lanterns? Here’s a look back at the origins of Halloween traditions and why we celebrate Halloween the way we do today.   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   Easy Houseplants Easy Houseplants for Your Home Have you caught the houseplant bug? See our list of favorite easy-care houseplants and find the right one for your indoor space.   READ MORE   Wondering about the date and significance of the Full Blue Moon? Celebrate the Halloween Full Blue Moon with our 2021 Moon Calendar! This calendar will answer all your questions with fascinating lunar facts and moonlit folklore!   LEARN MORE   10.99 The Three Sisters The Three Sisters: Corn, Beans, and Squash Did you know that corn, beans, and squash are called the “Three Sisters”? A number of Native American tribes interplanted this trio because they thrive together, much like three inseparable sisters. Here’s how to plant your own Three Sisters garden.   READ MORE   Moon Shiners Sun-Powered Lid Light up your home under the Full Moon—Special 50% off Sale! Display your favorite treasures with illumination in our Moon Shiners. The design possibilities are endless! Create unique displays of photos, mementos, or found objects.   LEARN MORE   $7.98 How to Make a Pie How to Make a Pie: Crusts, Fillings, and More Pie, brought over with the earliest settlers from England, has become an American institution. Making a tender, flaky pie crust isn’t just about the crust recipe; it’s about the right techniques. Keep everything cold and work the dough sparingly. See our tips—plus, videos on how to jazz up your top...   READ MORE   2021 Old Farmer's Almanac Everyday Calendar Enjoyed by readers for more than 25 years, this full-color, page-per-day tear-away box calendar features fun facts, folklore, tips, quotes, proverbs, puzzles, and more! Every day is “useful, with a pleasant degree of humor.”   LEARN MORE   $14.99 Redeeming the Raven Redeeming the Raven, Evermore The raven has been described as a “grim, ungainly, ghastly, gaunt, and ominous bird of yore” (to quote Edgar Allan Poe). The bird’s bad reputation—as a bringer of death and dark omens—couldn’t be more wrong. Enjoy these surprising facts about ravens from naturalist Henry Walters—...   READ MORE   2021 Almanac Gardening Club Introducing The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club—Become a Member Today and Save 43%! Includes our new book Gardening for Everyone.   LEARN MORE   $29.97 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 HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE View Web Version 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.