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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, April 21, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Summer begins in 60 days Question of the Day What was the first export of produce made by the first American settlers, and for whom was it made? – Answer Puzzle of the Day My first is a color; my second is an agreeable exercise; my third is an article of clothing; my whole is a celebrated character. (What is the phrase? Here are clues to each word!) – Answer Summer, fall, winter, spring, The seasons rotate as each brings Its special beauty to this Earth of ours. Winter's snow and summer's flowers; Frozen rivers will flow come spring, There is a renewal of everything. –Edna Frohock (1906–97) ADVERTISEMENT Earth Day 2021 Every April 22, we celebrate Earth Day! Whether it’s a walk through the woods, picking up litter (while walking!), or buying more Earth-friendly products, here are 10 ways that you can help to care for your planet—plus some absolutely beautiful poetic verse to inspire you!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT No Water, Just Clean, Quiet, And Simple! If you need a place to “go” but it’s difficult and too expensive to install a waste system, this toilet is easy to install almost anywhere.   LEARN MORE   Meteor Shower Calendar 2021: When Is the Next Meteor Shower? The next meteor shower is the Lyrids—which peak April 21–22! See details with best time to view, number per hour, point of origin, and associated comet in our Meteor Shower Calendar for 2021. Catch a shooting star!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How To: Get Rid Of Deep Fat From Your Belly Millions of Americans suffer from deep fat. Researchers have now found out the reason why. It turns out there is a master switch that controls when the cells turn into energy and when they turn into fat. Learn how to flip the master switch right now.   LEARN MORE   Aphids What are those little green bugs on your plants? They’re probably aphids! Here are our best tips on how to identify and control aphids in the garden.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT What's trending for 2021 gardens? Find out in The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Guide! Learn more about staying on top of 2021 gardening trends like sharing your prizewinning vegetables over Instagram and creating gorgeous foliage bouquets!   LEARN MORE   Farmhouse White Bread The milk in our Farmhouse White Bread recipe not only adds protein and minerals, but also creates a tender, spongy texture, a greater sweetness, and a gold   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find easy baking recipes? Best Home Baking features more than 100 recipes that have earned the highest marks from the judges at baking competitions. In addition, Blue Ribbon Tips appear throughout the book, offering advice on how to bake winners. Enjoy delicious baked goods every day!   LEARN MORE   Recycling for a More Productive Vegetable Garden By recycling or repurposing garden items, you can make something out of nothing—and also garden for less. Here are a few ideas to re-use so-called “useless materials” and breathe new life into the old! (Article text included.)   WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT How can I gather fruits and veggies easily? Born of pure ingenuity, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Hod reflects the very best of farmers’ long tradition of functional art, craftsmanship, and utility. Fill your Garden Hod with your scrumptious harvest and easily wash your fruits and veggies!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Almanac Companion... 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