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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Sunday, December 12, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 9 days until winter begins Question of the Day What is the name of the dog in the classic Dr. Seuss tale How the Grinch Stole Christmas? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why is the inside of everything so mysterious? – Answer In seed-time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy. –William Blake (1757–1827) ADVERTISEMENT Geminid Meteor Shower 2021 Get ready for the Geminids! The great Geminid Meteor Shower peaks the night of December 13, 2021. Get information about the best times to view these famous shooting stars!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Get ready for cozy cold weather with your 2022 Weather Calendar! 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.   LEARN MORE   How to Make a Gingerbread House December 12 is Gingerbread House Day! Making your own gingerbread house is a fun way to get into the spirit of the holidays and express some creativity—as well as create memories. See our directions on how to make gingerbread dough and a gingerbread house.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook by The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardeners love it so much, we had to print more! Created for new gardeners, green thumbs, and old hands alike, The Old Farmer’s Almanac Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is loaded with advice and inspiration to help plants—and growers—thrive.   LEARN MORE   Natural Christmas Decorations From the Garden Have you decked the halls? Go natural this Christmas! It's time for nature's green to make a comeback. Look no further than your backyard and garden for a ready source of interesting greenery, berries, dried flower heads, and seedpods. See our ideas straight from nature!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Everyday Calendar can bring a smile to your face every day! “Love this little calendar; I keep it on my kitchen counter, and with my morning coffee read the info for the day to my husband and our dog … They love it, too.” –Annette Caforio   LEARN MORE   Christmas Appetizer Recipes Ho, ho, ho! Here are 12 of our favorite Christmas appetizer recipes. Whether it’s classic deviled eggs or shrimp cocktail, find some great ideas that range from appetizing plates to elegant hors d’oeuvres.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Your trustworthy companion to 2022 - Shipping Now! Generations of readers put their trust in the Almanac, in its predictions of celestial events, from full Moons to meteor showers; its planting and frost dates; and its traditiona   LEARN MORE   First Snow Contest Winners    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Kids love it! Adults can’t put it down! All of the activities and topics in this award-winning series are specially selected and developed for kids—and people who are kids at heart!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Daily 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