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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Wednesday, December 4, 2024   Be not a baker if your head be of butter.  –Proverb Today is National Cookie Day! Celebrate with one of our favorite cookie recipes. Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 17 days until winter begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: Set Posts or Pour Concrete Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day What causes the leaves on my rubber plant to turn yellow? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is the difference between 16 ounces and a small boy at the piano? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Grow Fresh, Gift Fresh! Share the joy of growing your own produce. It’s perfect for vegetable lovers!   LEARN MORE   How Long Does It Take to Grow a Christmas Tree? Did you know: While 85 to 90% of artificial trees make the long trip from China, the U.S. Christmas tree industry creates more than 100,000 U.S. jobs. Christmas trees are grown in every state, even Hawaii!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT For Little Explorers Inspire young adventurers with playful, educational finds designed for endless fun.   LEARN MORE   2024 First Snow Contest Enter our winter giveaway here!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Order Your 2025 Almanac Calendar! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2025.   LEARN MORE   10 Tips Cookie Bakers Need to Know We LOVE cookies! And, baking cookies is almost as much fun as eating them. Almost. The Old Farmer’s Almanac has ten tips that every cookie baker needs to know to make perfect, delicious cookies every time. Turn on your oven, and let’s get baking!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Find Your Signature Piece Discover timeless elegance with Danforth Pewter necklaces. Each piece brings style and charm to any outfit.   LEARN MORE   What Planting Zone Do I Live In? Updated USDA Plant Hardiness Map Perennial flowers, shrubs, and trees grow best when planted in the appropriate zone. You’ll find that winter damage occurs most often when plants are out of their range or “comfort zone.”    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   Swedish Spritz Cookies A delightful dance of buttery bliss! These melt-in-your-mouth wonders are a traditional Swedish Christmas recipe. The cookies are small, tender, and addictive.     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