Fun facts about February, owl nesting, violet symbolism

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, February 3, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 44 days until spring begins Question of the Day What is toilet water? I heard it was used in the old days as perfume. How could I make it? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Who was the strongest man mentioned in the Bible? – Answer February brings the rain, Thaws the frozen lake again. –Sara Coleridge (1802–52) ADVERTISEMENT The Month of February 2022: Holidays, Fun Facts, Folklore What do we celebrate in February? What is February famous for? Here’s a short list of holiday happenings and February facts that you should know!    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   February Birth Flowers With Valentine’s Day at the forefront of everyone’s mind in February, it may come as a surprise that the red rose is not February’s birth month flower. Instead, those born in the second month of the year are linked to the violet and primrose. Whether they’re your “birth” flowers or not, learn more…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT A stunning wall calendar packed with gardening knowledge! The 2022 Gardening Calendar offers beautiful ill   LEARN MORE   February Birthstone: The Amethyst The February birthstone, amethyst, was at one point in history reserved for royalty and has many folklore associations that date back centuries. The purple variety of the quartz mineral species, amethyst has been thought to produce strength and clarity, as well as a protection from harm.…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Winter fun for kids of all ages! Whether you’re going on a Halloween Hunt, looking out for the “Supermoon,” or crafting fun critters out of pinecones, there’s tons of fall fun in The Old Farmer’s Almanac for   LEARN MORE   February Horoscope 2022 for Your Zodiac Sign What’s in store for your zodiac sign in February 2022? Learn about planet Pluto’s powerful transit—and read “at-a-glance” horoscopes for all 12 zodiac signs, courtesy of longtime Almanac astrologer Celeste Longacre.    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   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 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 Daily Almanac... Share with a Friend ADVERTISEMENT 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