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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Friday, July 15, 2022 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 69 days until autumn begins Question of the Day My brown sugar always turns rock hard in summer, no matter how I store it. How can I soften it? – Answer Puzzle of the Day The Evergreen State.(Name the U.S. state!) – Answer Come ye into the summer woods; There entereth no annoy; All greenly wave the chestnut leaves, And the earth is full of joy. –Mary Howitt (1799–1888) ADVERTISEMENT 17 Favorite Zucchini Recipes How do you use up zucchini, that flavorful summer squash? There are so many ways to enjoy this versatile vegetable at its peak that go beyond zucchini bread. See recipes for zucchini pizza, zucchini relish, fried zucchini, zoodles, zucchini pancakes—OK, we’ll stop there. We hope you enjoy our…    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   Canning for Beginners: How to Can Food at Home Home canning is experiencing a resurgence of interest. Imagine preserving the taste of vegetables and fruit at their peak to enjoy all year long. From homemade pickles to tomato sauce and jams, canning captures the best flavors. Read our introduction to canning for beginners and learn what canning…    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Did you know there's an Almanac Club? Do you flip through your Almanac and wonder what daily life might have been like in years past? You can entertain that thought by studying two Almanac replicas from 1823 and 1923. Both are included in the box of goodies when you join The Old Farmer’s Almanac Club!   LEARN MORE   How Birds Predict Weather Did you know that bird behavior can help us predict the weather? Closely observe nature and your feathered friends—you might be surprised by what you learn!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Our readers love this calendar! Our Gardening Calendar has been a  favorite of readers for over 46 years. Here’s what one reader had to say: “I just love this calendar! I’ve been getting it for at least 10 years if not more and buying ones for all my gardening friends for a Christmas gift. And they all love it!” - Michele   LEARN MORE   Cloud Guide: Types of Clouds and Weather They Predict! By observing clouds, you can often predict the incoming weather! See our Guide to Clouds with pictures of the most common cloud types in the sky (classified by altitude and shape)—and what different types of weather clouds predict!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT The only planner you'll need to stay on track! The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac Planner will make staying organized a breeze. Each week gets a two-page spread with plenty of space for detailing daily appointments, events, thoughts, observations, birthdays, anniversaries, weekly reminders, and inspirations. Order your 2023 planner today!   LEARN MORE   Creating a Rain Garden: Two Designs and Plant List With a rain garden, use—don’t lose—the torrent of rainwater that falls on your paved areas and roof. As a bonus, many plants suited to a rain garden are natives, which attract local pollinators. Learn more about rain gardens—plus, find two rain garden plant lists and designs…    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