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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Sunday, May 2, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Summer begins in 49 days Question of the Day My mother used to call me a "scallywag." What does this mean? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why is coffee like an ax with a dull edge? – Answer May come up with fiddle-bows, May come up with blossom, May come up the same again, The same again but different. –Louis MacNeice (1907–63) ADVERTISEMENT Companion Planting With Herbs Learn about companion planting with herbs! Here are our favorite culinary herbs for the garden—and the kitchen. Find out which herbs and vegetables grow well together, which herbs to plant together, and which herbs go with which foods. Plus, see how to make a culinary herb wreath!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT What's the best way to get rid of weeds in my garden? Vern Ader’s Weed Spinner is an innovative drill-driven weed removal tool that spins out weeds and their roots in one whirling motion. It’s essentially a long sturdy drill bit for your drill (drill not included). There’s no kneeling, bending, or getting your hands dirty. Weeds don’t stand a chance!   LEARN MORE   Night Sky for May 2021 Here’s the May 2021 guide to the night sky! Check out the top 3 things to see in the night sky in May, including a total eclipse of the Moon, the last supermoon of the year, and some pretty planet-Moon pairings!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How can I make a beautiful bouquet in a mason jar? Display your fresh cut flowers in this classic mason jar with a handy frog lid!   LEARN MORE   May Birthstone: What is the Birthstone for May? The May birthstone, the emerald, was a favorite gem of Cleopatra and Catherine the Great. It has long been associated with fertility, rebirth, and love.    READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Treat Mom to a lovely cross-body bag! This delightful crossbody bag has a small front pocket adorned with a beautiful sunflower design. It also includes an adjustable strap - use it as a purse, a crossbody bag, or even a pouch! Plus, it perfectly fits your cell phone and makes a wonderful gift for Mom!   LEARN MORE   May Birth Flowers The sweet flowers of May embody the hopes and dreams of those who give them.     READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How can I keep my floors sparkly clean? Great for dusting tile, laminates, marble and hard wood floors! This convenient household-size, multi-colored wool dust mop is the perfect tool for keeping your floors shiny this spring!   LEARN MORE   Monthly Horoscope for May 2021 Here’s your monthly horoscope for May 2021. This month brings Pluto’s return and the best days to plant crops by the Moon! Find out more from Almanac astrologer Celeste Longacre, who provides at-a-glance predictions for all 12 zodiac signs.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Beautiful dish towels - lovely gifts for Mother's Day! These cotton-linen blend dish towels feature beautiful floral designs, witty farm animals, vintage illustrations, and more! Choose your favorite dish towel as a gift for Mom!   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