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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 48 days until summer begins Question of the Day How do you keep casement windows from sticking after you paint them? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Which chef in the kitchen wears the largest hat? – Answer Now the bright morning star, day's harbinger Comes dancing from the East, and leads with her The flowery May. –John Milton (1608–74) ADVERTISEMENT Summer-Flowering Bulbs Chart Summer bulbs are an easy way to fill your garden with color all summer. Plant in spring once there is no risk of frost. See our chart on how to plant the best summer bulbs, including allium, begonia, dahlia, gladiolus, iris, lily, and more!     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Create a cut flower garden for fun and profit Are you looking for a way to enjoy your garden, have plenty of flowers to share with friends and family, and maybe even earn a little spending money too? A cutting garden is an easy and excellent way to do all of that!   LEARN MORE   Night Sky for May 2022 Here’s the May 2022 guide to the night sky, highlighting the visible planets this month plus one of the year’s big highlights—a TOTAL eclipse of the Moon, aka what the media are calling a “Blood Supermoon eclipse.”    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The 1 Thing You Can Do At Home To Snap Back Sagging Skin Looking younger was once thought to be a luxury that only women who had access to plastic surgery and costly professional treatments could enjoy. Learn more about a game-changing discovery is finally leveling the playing field. Watch The Video.   LEARN MORE   Meteor Shower Calendar 2022: When Is the Next Meteor Shower? When’s the next meteor shower? The Eta Aquarids peak May 4–5, 2022! Our Meteor Shower Calendar for 2022 has the dates, best time to view, number per hour, point of origin, and associated comet—plus, viewing tips.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Get the best-selling handbook for growing your own veggies! The Vegetable Gardener’s Handbook is a useful guide to growing veggies, whether you’ve been at it for years or are just starting this spring! But don’t just take our word for it. Hear from reviewers: “Loved it so much I bought 10 more for my garden club.”   LEARN MORE   Best Days Timetable Find the current and next month Best Days for 2022! The Best Days calendar lists when to plant vegetables, start a diet to lose weight, cut hair to increase growth, quit smoking, and more activities.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT What Flower Are You? Take this simple quiz to find out which flowers match your personality! We had so much fun creating this quiz, in celebration of our new Flower Gardener’s Handbook—and hope you enjoy. (It’s not scientific, just for a smile.)   LEARN MORE   May Birth Flowers Lily-of-the-valley and hawthorn are the May birth flowers. Learn all about history, meanings, symbolism, and growing tips for this dainty flower and flowering shrub which bloom in May!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT 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