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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, October 17, 2024 Some [people] are weatherwise, some are otherwise.  —Benjamin Franklin (1706-90) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 65 days until winter begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: cut hay destroy pests and weeds Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day Can I use pine needles as a plant cover in my garden throughout the winter? – Answer Puzzle of the Day You may travel abroad in a carriage whose name read backward or forward is always the same. – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Lunar-inspired treasures await! Explore our moonlit treasures, and bring the wonder of the cosmos into your world.   LEARN MORE   How to Bring Outdoor Plants Indoors Have you brought your plants inside? Here’s advice on which plants will survive winter and how to take care of your plants while indoors.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Your Guide to a Flowering Future! We love to share our passion for gardening at The Old Farmer’s Almanac, so we created the Flower Gardener’s Handbook. It contains in-depth profiles of 32 popular flowers, solutions for preparing pots and plots, plant maintenance, and so much more.    LEARN MORE   5 Tips to Keep Pumpkins from Rotting There are a number of things that you can do to keep your pumpkin from rotting too soon. We’ll share harvest, storage, and carving tips so you can extend the life of your pumpkins!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Find Your Perfect Almanac Edition! Did you know we have four versions of The Old Farmer’s Almanac? It’s available in the Classic Edition, Collector’s Edition, Easy-to-Read Edition and Digital Edition. Order today!   LEARN MORE   How to Grow Sweet Alyssum: The Complete Guide Sweet alyssum is a pretty flowering plant that forms a low-spreading mound with tiny, sweet-smelling blooms throughout the growing season. It’s pollinator-friendly and commonly used as a seasonal ground cover or annual bedding flower.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Capture the light! Each suncatcher was hand-pressed from recycled glass using a centuries-old technique by Old Hancock Glassworks in New Hampshire.     LEARN MORE   Why Cinnamon is Good for You (Plus, Good for the Garden!) Cinnamon is more than a delicious baking ingredient. It packs a surprising health punch! Learn more about the four types of cinnamon, ways to use cinnamon in your drinks and food, and even how to use cinnamon for the health of your plants in the garden!    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   Caramel Apple Cinnamon Compote There are some flavors that are meant to go together, like cinnamon and apples. And we love caramel apples.    READ MORE    ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, share with a friend ☜ Shop The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you the Almanac Daily? You can sign up here. Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! Receiving too much email? Switch to weekly! You received this email because you signed up for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular email newsletter in the future, please manage your preferences. Please do not reply to this e-mail. Contact Us © 2024 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 View web version