Best firewood, garden cleanup, storing tender bulbs

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, October 8, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Winter begins in 74 days Question of the Day What can I use to get rid of a mildew smell in a leather bag? – Answer Puzzle of the Day In schools I'm met with every day; transposed you've stories fraught with wonder; again transposed, I'm small, you'll say; and again, you'll learn to rob and plunder. (What word fits the first clue, and when rearranged, fits the others?) – Answer Congratulations to the winners of the bulb giveaway, courtesy of Flowerbulbs.com J. Kilmer (tulips) H. Strahlendorf (allium) R. Whitney (daffodils) Stay tuned! We'll be holding ANOTHER bulb giveaway next week! ADVERTISEMENT Best Firewood: Heat Values and Wood-Burning Tips Do you use firewood to heat your home? Here is a list of the best types of firewood to burn—sorted by high, medium, and low heat value—as well as a few important wood-burning tips.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT How To: Fix Your Fatigue And Increase Energy Did you know there are 3 “Super Foods” that you should NEVER eat? I’m not kidding.  New research reveals these supposed “Super Foods” can actually drain your energy, damage your hormones and have devastating effects on your metabolism…  Fortunately on the next page my good friend Dr. Gundry MD shows you exactly WHICH 3 foods you must AVOID like the plague, and what you should be eating instead. ==> NEVER Eat These 3 “Super Foods”   LEARN MORE   Seasonal Crafts: Cornhusk Doll In the Colonial Era, people painted faces on cornhusk dolls and made them into toys. Here’s how to make your own!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Need a little Almanac wisdom every day? Taking one day at a time has never been more fun! Enjoyed by folks for more than 25 years, this full-color, page-per-day box calendar features fun facts, folklore, tips, quotes, proverbs, puzzles, and more. Now shipping!   LEARN MORE   Fall Vegetable Garden Cleanup: 11 Things to Do Now Let’s make our fall vegetable garden cleanup easier! Here are 11 tasks to do in autumn before the weather gets uncomfortably cold. Tidying up your garden prevents problems later and means less work in the cold springtime.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT What's the best calendar for gardeners? “I love to add all my gardening dates to this calendar and keep them for future reference. The illustrations are beautiful and the information is not only useful but often includes fascinating tidbits everyone should know but does not.” –Jessica Frank   LEARN MORE   How to Store Tender Bulbs for Winter Many tender bulbs—canna, dahlia, elephant ears, gladiolus, tuberous begonias, and other summer favorites—will not survive cold winters outside in colder regions. Instead of taking a risk and leaving them outdoors, it’s a good idea to dig and store them indoors instead. Many of these bulbs are...   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Click to read the full "Ode to a Cow"! The “Ode to a Cow” was originally printed in The 1936 Old Farmer’s Almanac. Its inspirational advice reminds us to take a pause in our busy lives. Plus, it’s a quality sign made in America!   LEARN MORE   Soft Pretzels These homemade soft pretzels are so soft and buttery. They’re so easy to make and certainly better than those from any food chain.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find advice for best days and gardening by the Moon? The 2022 Moon Calendar includes all the best days for getting a haircut, going fishing, and more activities according to the Moon. Plus, learn tips for gardening by the Moon’s phases and even creating a special “Moon garden” in your 2022 Moon Calendar.   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