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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Tuesday, June 21, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 93 days until autumn begins Question of the Day How can I remove a photograph that is partially stuck to the glass of a picture frame without ruining the photo? – Answer Puzzle of the Day No more stars (Change these words into a single word.) – Answer Hark, the honeybee's low hum Tells us that the summer's come! –Frank Dempster Sherman (1860–1916) ADVERTISEMENT Summer Solstice 2022: The First Day of Summer In 2022, the June solstice occurs on Tuesday, June 21, marking the astronomical first day of summer. The solstice is celebrated by many cultures around the world. Learn solstice facts, fun, and folklore!    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   Sunrise & Sunset Calculator Our sunrise and sunset calculator displays the Sun rise and set times for the U.S. and Canada. The tool will also show you the length of day, when dawn will break, and when darkness will descend.    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   Summer Vegetables: What to Plant in Early Summer By this time of year, the spring crop of radishes have likely all been picked, it’s too hot for snap peas, and the cilantro is blooming. Here are a few speedy vegetables to plant in early summer!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The Gardener's Coffee Mug The Vegetable Mug features vintage illustrations that are just as detailed as they are colorful. This mug makes the perfect gift for the gardener in your life, even if that’s you!   LEARN MORE   Summer Recipes: Make the Most of the Food in Season Enjoy the fresh ingredients of summer! Think ​​juicy tomatoes, ripe melons, tender zucchini, and so much more! See some of our favorites such as plum crostata, watermelon-cucumber salad, peach and tomato salsa, pickled peppers, tomato sauce, grilled Mexican corn, caprese bruschetta, dilly beans,…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Dazzling Suncatchers Made in New Hampshire! Hang these stunning suncatchers in your window! These suncatchers were hand-pressed from recycled glass using a centuries-old technique by Old Hancock Glassworks in NH.     LEARN MORE   Summer Weather Forecast 2022: A Scorching, Stormy Start Ready for that summer heat? Check out our latest forecast to see the Summer 2022 temperature and precipitation outlook for your area, compliments of Old Farmer’s Almanac meteorologist Michael Steinberg.    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