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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Tuesday, December 28, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 81 days until spring begins Question of the Day With the holidays here and pounds gained, how many calories do you have to burn to lose a pound of fat? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is that which everyone likes to have but wants to get rid of as soon as possible after he gets it? – Answer Sun comes, moon comes, Time slips away. Sun sets, moon sets, Love, fix a day. –Alfred Lord Tennyson (1809–92) ADVERTISEMENT Ice Thickness Safety Chart How thick does ice have to be to drive a truck on it? Skate on? Go ice fishing? Before you go out, check our ice thickness chart to determine if it’s safe!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Want to Feel Stronger at 60 than at 30? Top Expert Says Do This One Thing It’s a method anyone can do that takes about one or two minutes a day. And within a very short period of time, you’re going to feel stronger, and probably healthier, than you have in years.   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Mushrooms Indoors! Growing mushrooms indoors is a lot of fun because these immune system-boosting treats grow very fast (as quickly as two weeks).  Are you a fungi fanatic? Join us as we explain how to get started growing mushrooms—and take your ‘shrooms all the way through harvest!    WATCH VIDEO    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?   LEARN MORE   The Beauty and Benefits of Snow in the Garden Whatever you may think of snow (and snow removal!), remember the old saying, "A good winter with snow makes all the plants grow." If you are a gardener who lives in a winter wonderland, consider the benefits of snow!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2022. It’s easy, fun, and free to try!   LEARN MORE   How to Make Bone Broth for Soups and Stews Incorporating bones into your cooking improves the flavor of soups and stews while also offering health benefits, so we’ll show you how to do it as well as provide some great recipes.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Your 2022 Gardening Calendar is now available! A dream of flower gardens foretells great joy. Make your dream a reality with the 2022 Gardening Calendar. Advice, folklore, and gardening secrets!   LEARN MORE   Cycles: Nature's Time Clocks Our lives are ruled by cycles—night and day, the seasons, a biological rhythm within our own bodies, and many other rhythms.    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   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