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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Tuesday, August 31, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 22 days Question of the Day Where does the term "Jim Crow" come from, and what does it mean? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What day of the week do chickens hate most? – Answer A song like the chiming of silver Bells which the breezes play, Seeming to float for ever Towards an unseen day. –John Gould Fletcher (1886–1950) ADVERTISEMENT What To Do With All Those Tomatoes Days are getting shorter, nights are getting cooler, and in many parts of the country, frost is just a few weeks away. Now, what do we do with all those fresh tomatoes? Whether your tomatoes split, are green, or just need to get picked before frost, I’ll show you how to roast tomatoes and other...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Have a boat or a cabin and need a place to go? Problem solved with an electric incinerating toilet. INCINOLET is clean, quiet, and best of all - simple!   LEARN MORE   Rose of Sharon Varieties for Fall Color By midfall, most plants have stopped flowering. However, if you’d like an autumn bloomer, look no further than the hardy hibiscus and beautiful Rose of Sharon. Discover varieties of hibiscus flowers and planting tips from The Old Farmer’s Almanac.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Feeling Old? Do This Once A Day And Watch What Happens Researchers have found a new at home test that you can do right now in your seat that can help predict future health and longevity. It’s a very simple test and only take a couple minutes to do. Click Here To Find Out Now >>   LEARN MORE   Parsnips Parsnips, popular with ancient Greeks and Romans, were brought over to the Americas with the first colonists. Although parsnips are biennials, they are usually grown as an annual vegetable. Here’s how to plant and grow parsnips in your garden!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Weather Calendar is Available Now! The Weather Calendar will expand your weather wisdom with fun facts like how to test ice safety, how a sunset turns red, and how day length affects fall foliage. Plus, discover curious events in weather history like George Washington’s Hurricane, the day that brown snow fell in New England, and more. Enjoy reliable weather knowledge and classic folklore in your 2022 Weather Calendar!   LEARN MORE   Castilian-Style Cucumber and Tomato Salad This Cucumber and Tomato Salad is made with cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Fun facts and lunar lore in the 2022 Moon Calendar! The 2022 Moon Calendar will expand your lunar knowledge with fun facts, answering questions like: What do we mean by the “dark side of the Moon”? How does the Moon affect the tides? What causes a deep red Moon? Plus, enjoy fascinating pieces of lunar folklore and history, including musings about family dogs traveling to the Moon and the story of the first lunar allergic reaction.   LEARN MORE   Natural Remedies for Arthritis If you feel pain and stiffness in your joints caused by inflammation, see our natural remedies for arthritis—plus, tips on some foods to eat and not to eat to alleviate inflammation.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT What's a great organic fertilizer for my veggies? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food is an OMRI-listed granular fertilizer for robust tomatoes, vegetables, fruit, herbs, trees and shrubs! Promotes vigorous plant growth with abundant fruit and vegetable yields!   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