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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, September 23, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Winter begins in 89 days Question of the Day How can I make clotted cream? – Answer Puzzle of the Day A confection and a cluster. (Use these clues to find the two words that, when combined, form the name of a flower.) – Answer Autumn has caught us in our summer wear. –Philip Larkin (1922–86) ADVERTISEMENT Cat Age Chart: Cat Years to Human Years How old is your cat in human years? Consult our Cat Age Chart, which converts cat years to human years. Are you surprised at your cat’s “human” age?   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Loose Jowls? Do This Every Day Droopy skin is one of the biggest signs of aging. This beauty expert has the perfect solution. Watch This Video Now!   LEARN MORE   Fall Foliage Map: When Do Fall Leaves Change in Your Area? When do the fall leaves usually change color? See when you can expect peak foliage across the United States! Plus, find finds about how weather affects the vividness of leaf color each year.    READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Fall fun for kids of all ages! Whether you’re going on a Halloween Hunt, looking out for the “Supermoon,” or crafting fun critters out of pinecones, there’s tons of fall fun in The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids!   LEARN MORE   Prepare Your Soil in Fall for Next Year's Garden Healthy soil means healthy plants. Fall is the best time to prepare your soil for next year’s garden!  Every year, it’s important to replace the soil’s nutrients that were used up over the summer and add any needed soil amendments to break down over the winter! Let’s get started!   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   The Old Farmer's Almanac Cover Contest! Ready for a little fun—plus, a chance to win a new copy of The 2022 Old Farmer’s Almanac? Look closely at the little yellow cover—and see if you can find five items hidden in plain sight! We have five copies of the new 2022 edition to give away to our loyal readers!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Discover how to find success in your pumpkin patch with the 2022 Almanac! The 2022 Almanac includes fascinating features on picking pumpkins and planting dazzling dahlias, glimpses into the natural world of birds and other animals, explorations of family history, and simply delicious recipes. Plus, meet a few of the farmers who grow our food!   LEARN MORE   Roasted Autumn Vegetables Roasting your vegetables adds a wonderful depth of flavor and texture. Hearty root vegetables are especially phenomenal when roasted.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Dazzling Suncatchers Made in New Hampshire! Hang these stunning suncatchers in your window! These suncatchers were hand-pressed from recycled glass using a centuries-old technique by Old Hancock Glassworks in NH.     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