Presidents' Day (U.S.), tributes to Washington, a great cake

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, February 21, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 26 days until spring begins Question of the Day Who built the world’s tallest snowman? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What things increase the more you contract them? – Answer Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience.  –George Washington (1732–99) ADVERTISEMENT Presidents' Day 2022 Presidents’ Day is Monday, February 21! Is Washington’s birthday the same as Presidents’ Day? Which presidents do we celebrate on Presidents’ Day?  When was George Washington’s actual birthday? What day is Washington’s birthday and why did it change? Get answers to…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT How To Entirely Empty Your Bowels Every Morning - Top Surgeon Explains How Dr. Steven Gundry Reveals How To Defeat The War In Your Stomach.  Learn More >>   LEARN MORE   The Day George Washington Became President On the day that George Washington was inaugurated as the first presi­dent of the United States, it was reportedly cloudy. The president-elect wore a brown suit. He was so nervous that he trembled, and he didn’t give the speech that he had originally written. Here’s what happened.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Flower Gardener's Handbook by The Old Farmer's Almanac We love to share our passion for plants and gardening at The Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we created the Flower Gardener’s Handbook. The book contains in-depth profiles of 32 popular flowers, solutions for preparing pots and plots, plant maintenance, and so much…   LEARN MORE   When George Washington Died | How a Young Nation Mourned When George Washington died suddenly at the age of 67, the news of his death spread with remarkable speed across a nation of 16 states not yet united by rail or telegraph. The young country had lost its father. Here’s the incredibly moving way Americans mourned their most beloved Founding…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The 2022 Old Farmer's Almanac Club Your Old Farmer’s Almanac Club Charter Membership includes the 2022 Classic Edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac and so much more. This exciting club is designed especially for you—and it’s packed with articles, advice, best days, and fun facts!   LEARN MORE   Wartime Weather Weather has played a critical role in history on a number of occasions. In both the American Revolutionary War and World War II, different weather outcomes than actually occurred might have led to the opposite side emerging victorious.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Are you a beginner gardener who wants to improve your yield? If so, then join us on February 24th for a live webinar hosted by Megan Cain.   LEARN MORE   Martha's Great Cake Here’s Martha Washington’s “Great Cake” recipe! This is one of the few surviving recipes directly associated with the Washingtons. According to Mount Vernon, this cake is similar to panettone (which is between a cake and bread in texture) but denser and heavier.    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? Sit your kids down with the Almanac for Kids and watch as they enjoy fun activities like image searches, coloring, and matching games!    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