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Seasonal advice, wit, and wisdom from your editors WEATHER ASTRONOMY GARDENING CALENDAR FOOD HOME & HEALTH KIDS STORE The new dawn blooms as we free it For there is always light, if only we’re brave enough to see it If only we’re brave enough to be it. –Amanda Gorman (b. 1998) Friday, January 22, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Spring begins in 57 days Question of the Day What is the name of the morning star I saw in the eastern sky in October? – Answer Puzzle of the Day A confection and a cluster. (Use these clues to find the two words that, when combined, form the name of a flower.) – Answer New 2021 Veggies and Flowers New and Notable Plants for 2021 What’s new in the garden for 2021? Here are some suggestions of new and notable plants—both vegetables and flowers!  If you haven’t sent your seed order yet, here are a few new plants to add to your list.   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   Your Local Experts Cooperative Extension Services Got gardening questions? You can always ask the Almanac, but you should also know about your own state’s cooperative extension service. They are made up of local experts who provide on-the-ground advice with tricky insect problems, the best varieties to plant in your area...   READ MORE   Live like you left the gate open for 50% off! Frolick through the fields with these “Live like someone left the gate open!” socks for 50% off! The bright green and cheery cows will have you looking forward to a happy spring!   LEARN MORE   $6.49 How Big Should Your Garden Be? Growing Enough Food to Feed a Family How big a vegetable garden do you need to feed a family? How big would your  garden need to be? How much should you plant? Let’s contemplate the possibilities!   WATCH VIDEO   When is ice safe to walk on? The charming 2021 Country Calendar gives you all the wit and wisdom you need for country living. Plus: large, eye-catching, full-color photographs depicting the joys of country living, including North America’s breathtaking landscapes and amazing animals on the farm or in the wild!   LEARN MORE   $10.99 Make Empanadas! Dessert Empanadas These golden mini turnovers are a delicious treat for dessert or in the morning with coffee.   READ MORE   Get ready for spring with The Old Farmer's Almanac! The Old Farmer’s Almanac is your trusty companion for your spring garden! Always timely, topical, and distinctively “useful, with a pleasant degree of humor,” the Almanac is sure to help you harvest loads of veggies and cook up some delicious recipes this spring!   LEARN MORE   $8.95 What Can Snow be Used For? Household Uses for Winter Snow and Ice If winter means snow where you live, here’s some good news: Snow is very useful! Just as autumn leaves have their purpose, winter snow has many uses in our daily lives! From watering houseplants to reducing inflamation to making better pancakes (!), see the many uses for snow in the home and garden.   READ MORE   How can I plan a bountiful veggie garden? Now in its third printing, the Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is the perfect companion for every vegetable gardener—even those who have never touched a trowel and wouldn’t know mulch from mud! Order the Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook today!     LEARN MORE   $15.95 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. © 2021 Yankee Publishing Inc. All rights reserved.