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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, February 2, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 45 days until spring begins Question of the Day How often has the groundhog really predicted the coming of spring? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why are teeth like verbs? – Answer If Candlemas be fair and bright, Come, Winter, have another flight; If Candlemas brings clouds and rain, Go Winter, and come not again. –Proverb ADVERTISEMENT Groundhog Day 2022 How did the odd traditions of Groundhog Day begin? Why do people ask, “Did the groundhog see his shadow?” Get the answers of this surprisingly ancient day—which has its roots in astronomy!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT 7 Flowering Shrubs Perfect For Your 2022 Garden As we begin planning our spring gardens, many think about all the beautiful flowers they want to grow. However, did you know shrubs are the foundation of many landscapes? Shrubs do not have to be boring. Jung Seed has seven new shrubs that have real flower power!   LEARN MORE   Night Sky for February 2022 We’ll help you navigate the February night sky! Bob Berman highlights the celestial events that you can easily see with the naked eye—from visible plants to bright stars. The month starts with a beautiful pairing of the very thin crescent Moon and Jupiter on February 2!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT 3 Breakfast Mistakes Linked To Weight Gain (#2 Will Surprise You) The common belief is the timing of when you eat in the morning is everything when it comes to maintaining a healthy weight, however, this is simply not true.   LEARN MORE   What Are the Quarter Days and What Do They Mean? Did you know that Groundhog Day is an astronomical holiday? It’s a descendant of the ancient Celtic calendar which was based on the seasons—with the Quarter Days near the solstices and equinoxes and the Cross-Quarter Days as the seasonal midpoints. Learn more—and find out why we all…    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   How Groundhog Day Ties to the Skies Groundhog Day. Just a bizarre tradition involving a marmot, right? Believe it or not, Groundhog Day is full of amazing sky-related stuff. Even its date relates to the heavens. Bob Berman explains the connection to astronomy and sky watching.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Where can I get gardening wit and wisdom all year long? The 2022 Gardening Calendar offers friendly reminders on when to start perusing seed catalogs or planting summer-flowering bulbs, inspiring quotations from poets and public figures, growing advice on favorite plants like forsythia and rhubarb, tips on getting rid of pests, and folklore for predic   LEARN MORE   Long-Range Weather Forecasts Get your 2022 long-range weather predictions for the next 60 days from The Old Farmer’s Almanac—covering the United States and Canada. Our extended forecasts can be used to make more informed decisions about future plans that depend on the weather, from vacations to weddings.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Houseplant Care for Beginners Webinar Recording The Old Farmer’s Almanac hosts live webinars that cover a variety of topics. The webinar recordings are now available via a PDF download. You’ll have a full year of access to the recording, so feel free to watch and learn at your own pace!   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