Fall flowers, maintaining containers, perfect kabobs!

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Saturday, August 7, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 46 days Question of the Day Why does it seem as though the weather often changes at 3:00 P.M.? Does it? – Answer Puzzle of the Day I am prepared either to scold or lie, according to the end you take me by. (What word fits the first clue, but when read backwards, fits the second?) – Answer Buttercup nodded and said good-bye, Clover and daisy went off together, But the fragrant water lilies lie Yet moored in the golden August weather.   –Celia Thaxter (1835–94) ADVERTISEMENT The Best Fall Flowers for Your Garden Summer’s end does not mean the flower blooms have to end! Here are some of our favorite fall-blooming flowers that brighten up our autumn landscape—including annuals, perennials, and shrubs. Why not enjoy colorful blooms and foliage for even longer!   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   10 Tips for Maintaining Your Container Gardens Outdoors Keep your foliage and flower container plants looking their best throughout the summer! Whether you have patio planters or window boxes, here are 10 tips to maintain you container garden and also help you prepare your containers for colder weather.    READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find gardening advice and folklore? A perennial favorite of gardeners for 45 years, the 2022 Gardening Calendar offers original full-color illustrations, timely gardening advice, fun facts, quotes, and lore. Special bonus: a “best days” table that tells when to plant 36 vegetables and grains, according to regional climate and Moon phase.   LEARN MORE   Meteor Shower Calendar 2021: When Is the Next Meteor Shower? Get ready for summer’s shooting stars! When’s the next meteor shower? Our Meteor Shower Calendar for 2021 has the dates, best time to view, number per hour, point of origin, and associated comet—plus, viewing tips!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Enchanting wind bells handmade in the USA! North Country Wind Bells are known for the “Haunting Sounds & Magic Memories” of their bells, which bring melodies of the sea to your garden or patio.   LEARN MORE   How to Grill Kabobs and Skewers How do you cook kabobs on the grill? How do you grill skewers without burning them? See our tricks and tips on the kabob-making process—whether you’re skewering up meat or vegetables—plus, a few great kabob recipes!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Fun activities to keep kids entertained for hours! Headed out on a road trip? Need to hop on a work call? Just passing time on a rainy day at home? Sit your kids down with the Almanac for Kids and watch as they enjoy fun activities like image searches, coloring, and matching games!    LEARN MORE   How to Freeze Spinach and Other Greens Have more greens than you can eat? Freezing spinach and hardy cooking greens is so easy—and you can enjoy them all year long in soups, quiches, smoothies, and more! Here’s how to freeze leafy greens—spinach, Swiss chard, and beet greens.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Stunning weather photos for every month of the year! The 2022 Weather Calendar brings out Mother Nature’s splendor with striking photos from around the world and timeless weather lore. “Love this calendar. I get one every year and am never disappointed.” -Phyllis   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Weekly 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