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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, December 11, 2024 Holly, fir, and spruce boughs  Green upon the wall,  Spotless snow upon the road—  More going to fall.  —Unknown Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 10 days until winter begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: Color Hair Cut Hair to Encourage Growth Harvest Aboveground Crops Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day How can I remove mold from my bathroom ceiling and keep it from coming back? I’ve tried bleach and water with no luck. – Answer Puzzle of the Day When do 2 and 2 make more than 4? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Affordable Gifts Under $40 Discover budget-friendly gifts that still impress!   LEARN MORE   The 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac Forecasts a “Calmer, Gentler” Winter for the U.S. The holidays are almost here, and we are gearing up for winter! Check out the complete 2024-2025 winter weather maps and forecasts for all 18 U.S. regions!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Gifts to Make Them Moonstruck! Shop our selection of Moon and Cosmos gifts that are truly out of this world.   LEARN MORE   10 Christmas Drinks to Get Into the Holiday Spirit Do you have a favorite holiday drink? Indulge at home this winter with our festive cocktails. Try these fun and fragrant drinks—from our Ho, Ho, Ho Cocktail to mulled wine, spiced cider, eggnog, a Christmas punch, and more!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Grow Fresh, Gift Fresh! Share the joy of growing your own produce. It’s perfect for vegetable lovers!   LEARN MORE   How to Make Your Own Potting Mix for Pots and Containers Learn how to make your own soilless potting mix at home! Commercial bagged soils are pricey, and if you use a lot, can add up to significant costs. They also vary greatly in quality and, in some cases, their fertilizer strength can be toxic to plants and cause burns to plant roots.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Ornaments That Capture Nature’s Magic From sunup to moonlight, find ornaments that shine as bright as your holiday spirit!   LEARN MORE   The Golden Spice: Turmeric's Powerful Health Benefits Are you interested in growing this powerful herb next year? The time to start it may be NOW. Learn more about growing and using Turmeric.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT You can't go wrong with the Old Farmer's Almanac! The Old Farmer’s Almanac is a great stocking stuffer! Take your pick between the classic paperback or hardcover collector’s edition for your friends and family.   LEARN MORE   Latkes Recipe Explore the crispy delight of latkes. These golden potato pancakes are shallow-fried to perfection, offering a crunchy exterior and a fluffy inside.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT ☞ 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