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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, December 6, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 15 days until winter begins Question of the Day Why is El Nino named for the Christ child? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is the difference between 16 ounces and a small boy at the piano? – Answer I heard a bird sing In the dark of December A magical thing And sweet to remember. ‘We are nearer to Spring Than we were in September,’ I heard a bird sing In the dark of December. —Oliver Herford (1863–1935) ADVERTISEMENT The Story Behind Your Christmas Wreath This time of year, Christmas wreaths are hung in every place imaginable—from doors and fences to lampposts and windows—even the front grille of the car! How did a round bit of greenery come to symbolize the holidays?    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT This Simple Skin Fix May Surprise You If you’ve ever struggled with dry skin, rashes, age spots, or wrinkles… please pay close attention. You see: scientists have discovered the root cause of 93% of all skin problems – and it’s NOT what you think.   LEARN MORE   Worm Composting 101: How to Make a Simple Worm Bin Wonderful wiggling worms are the starting point to healthy soil and can create truly awesome compost. Put worms to work in your garden by making your own wormery. It’s easy and will yield nutritious worm compost to enrich your soil. In this short video, we’ll show you how to make a wormery.    WATCH VIDEO    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   How to Make Suet for Birds Suet is the perfect bird food for the winter months, when birds’ natural food sources start to dwindle. Suet also attracts several bird species that rarely visit a seed feeder. Here are three simple recipes for a homemade suet cake.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Our 2022 Daily Planner doubles as a diary, monthly calendar, and address book! “This calendar is incomparable. I have a huge stack of them from previous years, and they serve as diaries as well as calendars. Through the years I’ve tried others, and for me, nothing came close.” –Susan   LEARN MORE   George Washington’s Cherry Bounce Cherry Bounce is a homemade cocktail with an interesting history and wonderful cherry-brandy flavor! This was one of George Washington’s favorite tipples, based on papers from his estate in Mount Washington. See his 3-ingredient recipe as well as an easier version.    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   10 Ways to Save Money on Heating Everyone wants to save on their heating bill, so here are 10 ways to cut heating costs and keep your home warmer in the cold season!    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   If you enjoy the Weekly Almanac... Share with a Friend 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