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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, January 5, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 73 days until spring begins Question of the Day Where does the word turnpike come from? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What did the beach say when the tide came in? – Answer January 5: All About Twelfth Night Down with the rosemary, and so Down with the bays and mistletoe; Down with the holly, ivy, all, Wherewith ye dress’d the Christmas Hall. –Robert Herrick (1591–1674) ADVERTISEMENT Nesting Season for Owls Have you heard the “hoot”? Among the first birds to begin laying eggs each year, the Great Horned Owl and the Barred Owl start sitting on the nest in mid- to late winter. Learn more about these fascinating owls, owl nesting, and facts about owlets (owl babies)!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Top US Doctor: Sugar is not the problem (This Is) Digestion, Weight, Fatigue All Linked To 1 “Metabolic” Issue. Doctor Steven Gundry says you should try this!!!   LEARN MORE   Light Wassail Hot spiced apple cider with just the right amount of spices that both adults and kids will enjoy.    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   Gingerbread Boys These gingerbread boys are meant to be perfectly bite-sized, but feel free to make them as large as you like. Just don’t eat them all in one sitting (or do—we won’t judge).    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   Growing Dwarf Citrus Trees in Containers If you can’t visit the tropics, try growing your own citrus trees in containers! Dwarf citrus varieties will grow year-round if kept in the right conditions. They all bear edible fruit and have glossy, evergreen leaves and delicious-smelling flowers. (The scent is heavenly!) Learn how to care…    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   Home Remedies for Colds Getting a cold? These home remedies for colds will help your bodies through the healing process. Tell us which natural cold remedies have worked for you!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT A daily planner filled with fun facts and cheerful illustrations! “It’s been several years, and I still look forward to ordering this wonderful calendar annually … It’s terrific, from cover to cover. Thank you for this planner … a diary, and so much more.” –Sheila   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