Story behind your wreath, poisonous plants, feeding birds

Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE Clouded with snow The cold winds blow, And shrill on leafless bough The robin with its burning breast Alone sings now. –Walter John de La Mare (1873–1956) Monday, December 14, 2020 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Winter begins in 7 days Question of the Day How much does an adult moose weigh? – Answer Puzzle of the Day (Blank) sometimes wound worse than a (Blank). (The two 5-letter words to fill the blanks share the same letters.) – Answer Feeding Birds in Winter Feeding Garden Birds in Winter Birds are an essential part of the garden, helping with pest control as they snap up aphids, caterpillars, grubs and other insect pests. But in the winter, food can be scarce. Regular feeding will encourage birds to keep coming back to your garden, so they’ll be around during the growing season to...   WATCH VIDEO   SPONSORED Top U.S. Vet Reveals: The Worst Dog Food You Can Buy Are you harming your dog by feeding them the wrong food? There are 3 dangerous ingredients that no dog should ever eat, and if you are giving them to your dog then you might be slowly harming it.   LEARN MORE   Story Behind Your Wreath The Story Behind Your Christmas Wreath This time of year, there are Christmas wreaths adorning everywhere imaginable—from doors and fences to lampposts and windows—even the front grille of the car! How did a round bit of greenery come to symbolize the holidays?   READ MORE   The Almanac is the perfect quiet winter read! Cuddle up with a mug of tea, a cozy blanket, and The Old Farmer’s Almanac for a winter afternoon! Enjoy a holiday season filled with wit and wisdom from your favorite Old Farmer. The Almanac is guaranteed to tickle your funny bones and fill you with the comfort of tradition!   LEARN MORE   $8.95 Poisonous Plants Poisonous Plants for Dogs, Cats, and Other Pets Do you know which plants are poisonous to your dog, cat, or other pet? Keep your fuzzy friends safe! Here is a list of the more common plants and flowers that may be dangerous for your pet.   READ MORE   What's your favorite Almanac Calendar?  Whether you’re an avid weather watcher, an organized busy bee, an expert gardener, or a budding astronomer: We’ve got the calendar for you with classic Almanac wit and wisdom! 2021 Calendars make perfect holiday gifts. Order Today!   LEARN MORE   $9.99-$14.99 The Winter Solstice Nears Winter Solstice 2020: The First Day of Winter The winter solstice happens on Monday, December 21, 2020. This is the astronomical first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere and the shortest day of the year. What happens at the winter solstice? Why is the solstice important? Enjoy solstice facts and folklore...   READ MORE   What does snow on Christmas night mean for next year's crops? Find out fun facts about every holiday with the 2021 Engagement Calendar. This popular daily planner provides plenty of space to jot down appointments, events, reminders, observations, and inspirations. Cheer up each day with wit, wisdom, a quote, a proverb, or a bit of folklore!   LEARN MORE   $14.99 Easy Cranberry Chicken Dinner Easy Cranberry Chicken Need a quick dinner? This Easy Cranberry Chicken recipe is a wonderfully festive and flavorful dish with minimal effort. Enjoy over rice or with roasted veggies.   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 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.