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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, December 27, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 82 days until spring begins Question of the Day We’ve just moved into a new home, and the yard is overrun with bamboo. Is there anything we can do (besides just yanking the plants out) to get rid of it? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why is a star like an old barn? – Answer In seed-time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy. –William Blake (1757–1827) ADVERTISEMENT Planning a Vegetable Garden Using the Online Garden Planner The coldest weeks are here and the pause outside offers a welcome chance to plan our dream gardens. It’s a time of promise! This year, we’re using the online Almanac Garden Planner—which is now iPad-compatible! That’s handy because we can plan from the couch this winter. Plus, there are some…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Feeling Old? Do This Once A Day And Watch What Happens Researchers have found a new at home test that you can do right now in your seat that can help predict future health and longevity. It’s a very simple test and only take a couple minutes to do. Click Here To Find Out Now >>   LEARN MORE   Caring for Cyclamens Cyclamens are attractive holiday plants that will bloom continuously throughout the winter months if cared for properly. Here’s how to keep these houseplants happy and keep them blooming for months!    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   The Best Winter Bird Foods During winter and early spring, when natural seed sources are scarcer, give some TLC to the birds. Tom Warren, our Almanac birder, lists some favorite foods of winter birds across North America.    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   Old-Fashioned Raisin-Filled Cookies These delicious yet not overly sweet cookies are perfect for bringing to a cookie swap, sticking in a lunchbox for a special treat, or enjoying with a cup of tea. Just be sure to label them properly—no one likes to be surprised by raisins in place of chocolate!    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   A Brief History of the Woodstove A woodstove could once be found in nearly every American home, but today, more efficient means of heating have taken over. Here’s a brief history of a centuries-old device, the wood-burning stove!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT “New, useful, and entertaining matter” for 2022 in your trusted Almanac! The Old Farmer’s Almanac is the original, and longest running, guide to daily living. You can count on your new edition to deliver a comprehensive and trustworthy guide to 2022.   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