Making sourdough, last frost dates, carnivorous plants!

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, January 19, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 59 days until spring begins Question of the Day Why do we measure the length in hours? – Answer Puzzle of the Day When is a clock guilty of a misdemeanor? – Answer Keep warm by inner fires, and rest in peace.  Sleep on content, as sleeps the patient rose.  Walk boldly on the white untrodden snows,  The winter is the winter’s own release. –Helen Hunt Jackson (1830–85) ADVERTISEMENT Sourdough Starters and Recipes How about trying your hand at making a sourdough starter from scratch?! Here’s a little history about this age-old pastime, along with a no-yeast sourdough recipe (wild yeast) and commercial yeast recipes. Plus, find easy recipes for…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT How To Remove Dark Spots (Do This) A common misconception that many people have are that dark skin spots are caused by the sun, when in fact they are actually signs of advanced aging. Dr. Gundry has a special at home method that you can use in her home to help reduce dark spots, age spots, and uneven skin tones.   LEARN MORE   The Year Without a Summer: Mount Tambora Volcanic Eruption Have you ever heard of the Year Without a Summer? The largest eruption in recorded history—of Mount Tambora, in what is now Indonesia—caused so much ash in the atmosphere that global temperatures dropped in the summer of 1816, causing usual cold and food shortages. According to…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Better than keto...and NO cutting carbs The endgame of having a healthy weight — as well as more energy, and a long, healthy life — comes down to a specific “switch” you can flip in your body to “flush out” unnecessary calories. I call it “Caloric Bypass”   LEARN MORE   Carnivorous Plants to Grow as Houseplants! If the idea of carnivorous plants makes you immediately think of the blood-thirsty man-eater in Little Shop of Horrors, don’t worry, you will not be considered their prey! Real carnivorous plants (such as the Venus flytrap) dine only on insects—though the speed at which they can snap…    READ MORE    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   Frost Dates Calculator What are your final spring frost dates and first fall frost dates? Just punch your zip code or postal code into our Frost Dates Calculator for the United States and Canada to see frost dates for your location (based on the nearest weather station)!      READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Fun facts and lunar lore in the 2022 Moon Calendar! The 2022 Moon Calendar will expand your lunar knowledge with fun facts, answering questions like: What do we mean by the “dark side of the Moon”?   LEARN MORE   Try a Mad Stone Have you ever heard of a mad stone? This home remedy was used for centuries to heal, although it’s not a common practice today.    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   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