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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, June 24, 2024 Something bright in all, Flowers in the summer, Fires in the fall. –Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–94) June 24: Midsummer Day Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. 90 days until autumn begins View the Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To castrate animals Plan Ahead! See the Best Days for Every Activity. Question of the Day I’ve heard that bees act strangely before a storm. Is this true? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Lady mine (Change these words into a single word.) – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Do you like to plan ahead like us? 2025 Almanac calendars pre-orders are here! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2025.   LEARN MORE   What Are the Quarter Days and What Do They Mean? Learn about the four seasonal Quarter Days in the ancient Celtic calendar. Many of today’s events—Groundhog Day, weddings, elections, Christmas—tie back to this calendar.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Comfortably Store Your Phone, Cards, and More! The Xbody Cell Phone Purses feature cute and colorful designs that depict everything from your favorite woodland critters to stunning floral patterns.   LEARN MORE   What Is Coco Coir? Types, Garden Uses, and Tips Coco coir sounds like a delicious new drink, but it’s actually an excellent amendment to your garden soil. A sustainable alternative to peat moss, coco coir provides increased water retention and aeration—AND it’s pest-resistant!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Enjoy a robust harvest this year! Give your vegetable garden a boost with The Old Farmer’s Almanac Organic Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food! It provides protien-based nutrition, perfect for indoor and outdoor use.   LEARN MORE   The Prettiest Ornamental Grasses for Your Landscape Up the “wow” factor in your landscape by adding some ornamental grasses. The soothing sounds and hypnotic movement of these graceful plants on a breezy day add enjoyment to the garden, plus they are truly low-maintenance plants. See some of our top picks!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Join the most popular Almanac Club! Are you an avid gardener who doesn’t fear getting your hands dirty? The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club is for you! Join today, and you’ll receive a members-only box full of our best gardening goodies.   LEARN MORE   The 12 Zodiac Signs: A Beginner's Guide to the Dates, Traits, and Symbols Today, we introduce our beginner’s guide to the 12 zodiac signs. We’ll give you a basic understanding of each sign, providing perspective on personality traits, compatibility, and other qualities associated with each sign.     READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Spectacular lunar photography! This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite. Order today!   LEARN MORE   Cornbread with Pine Nuts and Rosemary Take the classic cornbread recipe to new heights with the earthy notes of rosemary and the buttery crunch of pine nuts. A touch of honey brings a hint of sweetness that perfectly complements the cornmeal.     READ MORE    ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ Shop The Old Farmer's Store Get The Old Farmer's Almanac Daily Update for Amazon Echo "Alexa, ask Farmer's Almanac about today."  Did a friend forward you the 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. Is Daily too much? Switch to weekly! *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version