Why is Jan. 1 the New Year?, Sirius tonight!, festive foods

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, December 31, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 78 days until spring begins Question of the Day What is the best way to get rid of thistles? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why does a man paving the streets correct the public morals? – Answer Each age has deemed the new-born year The fittest time for festal cheer. –Sir Walter Scott ADVERTISEMENT New Year's Day 2022 Happy New Year! Ever wondered why January starts the new year? Find out all about New Year’s Day, popular customs, and how we celebrate the beginning of a new year in the United States and Canada.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Get a tree with a pedigree Grow a piece of American history in your own backyard with the Johnny Appleseed Authentic™ Algeo apple tree! Each tree is genetically identical to the last surviving tree planted by the real Johnny Appleseed!   LEARN MORE   Bright Sirius Is the New Year Star Want a cosmic way to ring in the New Year? On New Year’s Eve, the brightest star visible from our planet, Sirius, reaches its highest point in the sky as the clock strikes midnight (or, near to it).    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Wrinkle Filling Trick To Look Up To 10 Years Younger Believe it or not, this skin-smoothing technique is no joke. It makes you look dramatically younger. If you’d like to try this innovative smoothing technique at home, you can view the instructional video in its entirety below.   LEARN MORE   New Year Punch Our New Year Punch is a spiced apple sparkler that everyone will enjoy. If you prefer, substitute ginger ale for the champagne. For a fancy touch, rim the glasses with cinnamon-sugar. (See below.)    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2022. It’s easy, fun, and free to try!   LEARN MORE   Ricotta and Smoked-Salmon Bruschetta This Ricotta and Smoked-Salmon Bruschetta is an easy, delicious appetizer with a touch of elegance. The combination of creamy ricotta and smoky salmon is addictive! For a fancy twist, try stirring some grated lemon zest into the ricotta.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Enjoy the change of seasons in the stunning Country Calendar! The 2022 Country Calendar is sure to bring a smile to your face with the simple joys of the country whether you’re in a city or a small town!   LEARN MORE   Overnight Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole This breakfast casserole of eggs, sausage, and cheese is perfect for a Sunday or holiday morning. Just mix up the ingredients the night before, then leave a note for the first one up to put it in the oven. By the time everyone is up and coffee is made, breakfast will be ready.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Everyday Calendar can bring a smile to your face every day! “Love this little calendar; I keep it on my kitchen counter, and with my morning coffee read the info for the day to my husband and our dog … They love it, too.” –Annette Caforio   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Daily Almanac... Share with a Friend THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Your support makes this all possible! 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 e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to manage preferences. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version

Hoppin' John, New Year traditions, Orion in the sky

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, December 30, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 79 days until spring begins Question of the Day How long has New Year’s Eve been celebrated? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Did Jonah cry when the whale swallowed him? – Answer All day the clouds Grow cold and fall, And soft the white fleece shrouds Field, hill and wall. –Charles Bertram Johnson (b. 1880) ADVERTISEMENT Hoppin’ John: A Traditional Southern Dish for New Year's Day Welcome in the New Year with Hoppin’ John, a traditional New Year’s Day dish, and luck will follow you all year long!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT If You Feel Bloated, Tired, or Fat...Try this According to Dr. Gundry’s research, there’s one “anti-nutrient” that’s become widespread in American food. And this unhealthy compound — rather than just “age” — is often behind the digestive, energy, and weight problems people are having.   LEARN MORE   Orion the Hunter Reigns in the Winter Sky All of Orion’s stars are easy to spot in the winter sky. We’re in a period of dark night skies, so let’s do some old-fashioned stargazing and go hands-on under the sky.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The classic features of an Almanac you can trust, made extra fun for kids! Get The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids exclusively at The Old Farmer’s Store!   LEARN MORE   New Year's Traditions From Around the World Many New Year’s traditions that we take for granted actually date from ancient times. This year, ring out the old and ring in the new with a New Year tradition—or two! From singing “Auld Lang Syne” to eating black-eyed peas for good luck to eating 12 grapes at midnight,…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT “New, useful, and entertaining matter” for 2022 in your trusted Almanac! The Old Farmer’s Almanac is the original, and longest running, guide to daily living. You can count on your new edition to deliver a comprehensive and trustworthy guide to 2022.   LEARN MORE   Winter Landscaping: Tune In To The Four Winds It's winter, the dormant season. Plant and tree growth has slowed to a crawl or stopped completely. This is the perfect time to try out a winter landscaping exercise we'll call the "Four Directions" or "Four Winds."     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Get ready for cozy cold weather with your 2022 Weather Calendar! The Weather Calendar will expand your weather wisdom with fun facts like how to test ice safety, how a sunset turns red, and how day length affects fall foliage.   LEARN MORE   Homemade Deodorant, Aftershave, and Shaving Cream Why make homemade deodorant, shaving cream, aftershave, and toner? It's simple, better for your skin than chemicals, and accessible from your pantry in a pinch! See our simple recipes using natural pantry ingredients.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT A daily planner filled with fun facts and cheerful illustrations! “It’s been several years, and I still look forward to ordering this wonderful calendar annually … It’s terrific, from cover to cover. Thank you for this planner … a diary, and so much more.” –Sheila   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Daily Almanac... Share with a Friend THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Your support makes this all possible! 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 e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to manage preferences. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version