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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, April 26, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Summer begins in 55 days Question of the Day I'm interested in finding the North Star on clear nights. I know it has something to do with the Big Dipper. What is the relationship? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why does a man paving the streets correct the public morals? – Answer From you have I been absent in the spring, When proud-pied April, dressed in all his trim, Hath put a spirit of youth in everything, That heavy Saturn laughed and leaped with him. –William Shakespeare (1564–1616)   ADVERTISEMENT Full Moon for April 2021 April’s full Moon rises on the night of Monday, April 26. Traditionally called the Pink Moon, this full Moon will also be a spectacular supermoon! Here’s everything you should know about the Moon this month, including facts, folklore, and Moon phase dates.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Slim & Healthy After 60: All It Takes is 1 Small Change Former Idol star was suffering from digestive discomfort, fatigue, and more serious health issues. That has all changed…He lost weight, feels great, and it was all without some crazy diet or strenuous exercise program. Watch how he did it here >>   LEARN MORE   Warming Soil and Protecting Seedlings from Frosts To enjoy a strong start for your homegrown vegetables, make sure that your soil is warm enough and that you use techniques to insulate young seedlings from cold temperatures. We’ll show you how to warm your soil and protect your precious seedlings for the best possible start to your growing season.   WATCH VIDEO   ADVERTISEMENT Easy starter kits for your vegetable garden! The Old Farmer’s Almanac Heirloom Vegetable Garden Starter Kit includes 10 of our most popular vegetable seed packets, plus a bonus packet of Petite Mixture Marigold seeds for companion planting! Get going on your vegetable garden with the over 7,000 seeds in this kit!   LEARN MORE   Phlox Phlox are perennials and a favorite choice—from ground cover blooming in early spring to the tall phlox blooming in mid- to late summer. Learn more about how to grow and care for your phlox.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Colorful puzzles for rainy day fun! Educational and beautiful! A rainbow of birds from all over the world is at your fingertips. This colorful ornithological puzzle is accompanied by a poster-sized bird key, which gives you the bird’s common name and Latin name.    LEARN MORE   Pink Dandelion Wine Taste the “spirit” of spring using common dandelions. Dandelion Wine is known for its unique and tangy flavor.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Wondering about the date and significance of the Super Pink Moon? Celebrate April’s Super Pink Moon with our 2021 Moon Calendar! This calendar will answer all your questions with fascinating lunar facts and moonlit folklore!   LEARN MORE   Fettuccine With Mushrooms and Clove Pinks Our Fettuccine With Mushrooms and Clove Pinks dish adds color and spice with edible flowers!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT What's an easy way to grow lots of veggies this year? 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   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