Hanukkah begins, rugelach, wood ash in the garden

Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE The holly and the ivy, When they are both full grown, Of all the trees that are in the wood, The holly bears the crown. The rising of the sun And the running of the deer, The playing of the merry organ, Sweet singing in the choir. —Traditional Christmas Carol (1823) Thursday, December 10, 2020 Can you name someone who was born on this day? Click to find out. Winter begins in 11 days Question of the Day If our body heat is 98.6 degrees F, why do we feel so uncomfortable when the outside temperature gets that high? – Answer Puzzle of the Day How does the transposition of the parts of a word express the difference between a welcome and a wish for your departure? – Answer Hanukkah Begins Hanukkah 2020 Hanukkah begins on Thursday, December 10, at sundown. Learn about Hanukkah history, customs, and a few traditional recipes!   READ MORE   SPONSORED 6 Tips For Storing Bulbs During Winter Not all plants grown from bulbs are perennial in cold climates. With a bit of effort, proper digging, and storage, they can be replanted next spring. Check out our tops tips for storing your bulbs during winter.   LEARN MORE   How to Use Wood Ash How to Use Wood Ash in the Vegetable Garden If you have a fireplace or woodstove, use wood ashes to improve garden soil! Wood ash is full of nutrients that plants need, such as potassium and phosphorus, so it’s great for using on the vegetable garden. But it’s important to know where not to use it, too. In this short video, we show you when...   WATCH VIDEO   SPONSORED There Is One Protein That Can Restart Your "Fat Burner", And No, It's Not Red Meat Most Americans struggle with weight gain, junk food cravings, and even belly bloat. The blame is commonly pointed towards a bad metabolism, poor genetics, and even old age. A new breakthrough discovery shows that the real culprit is linked to one extremely common protein. Learn More >>   LEARN MORE   Winter Seed Heads for Birds Plants With Seeds to Feed the Birds In the autumn, let’s not be in a hurry to cut down plants that have interesting seed heads. The birds fully appreciate having a smorgasbord of seeds to choose from and we love watching them! Listed here are plants that have great seed heads for birds.    READ MORE   How can I help my kids have fun without screens? Keep youngsters entertained for hours with fun facts, fascinating stories, and educational activities in The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids, Vol. 8! Whether your kiddos are reading on their own or you’re reading with them, The Almanac for Kids provides plenty of intriguing stories for anyone who’s a kid at heart!   LEARN MORE   $9.95 Latkes Recipe Latkes Recipe Latkes are shallow-fried pancakes made with grated potatoes, flour, and egg. Golden, crunchy, and satisfying, latkes are often enjoyed with sour cream or applesauce.   READ MORE   Staying on top of learning this winter can be fun! The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids: 365 Fun Days is our workbook series designed to help children develop habits of learning, and cultivate their curiosity about the wider world around them, all while having fun. With a progress chart and daily activities, your child will learn and be entertained all year round!   LEARN MORE   $16.95 Rugelach Recipe Raspberry Walnut Rugelach Sweet and flakey, rugelach (which translate to “little twists” or “rolled things”) are a Jewish pastry that has become a popular dessert across America.   READ MORE   How do I keep a close eye on the sky? Observe, delight, and write! Chronicle the weather day by day. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or an armchair weather watcher, this notebook is the perfect place to log daily weather. Perfect for those who like to keep an eye on the sky!   LEARN MORE   $14.95 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 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.