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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Monday, December 9, 2024 To the cold December heaven  Came the pale Moon and the stars,  As the yellow Sun was sinking  Behind the purple bars.  —Charles Dawson Shanly, Irish-born Canadian poet (1811-75) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 12 days until winter begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: Begin Diet to Gain Weight Cut Hay Destroy Pests and Weeds Prune to Encourage Growth Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day In what year did Charles Dickens write A Christmas Carol? – Answer Puzzle of the Day What is the difference between a professor and a mosquito? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT Whisk Up Some Holiday Cheer Browse Gifts for Home Cooks & Harvest-to-Table Lovers.   LEARN MORE   How to Mulch Your Garden | Types of Mulch Is it time mulch? The best time to mulch is after a few frosts, once the ground has cooled down. This will prepare the plants for winter and protect them from pests as well as save time garden prepping in the spring.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Order Your 2025 Almanac Calendar! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2025.   LEARN MORE   Astrocartography Maps: Best Places to Live or Visit Have you ever traveled somewhere and felt right at home? Or how about the opposite: You’re in a new city, and the vibe is off. Wondering why? Discover astrocartography, a way to find the places that fit YOU!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Timeless ornaments that will last for generations! These Christmas ornaments are made in Vermont by Danforth Pewter. When you give pewter, you are creating an heirloom that will adorn your family’s Christmas trees for generations.   LEARN MORE   Norfolk Island Pine: A Christmas Tree Alternative for Small Spaces If you are short on space (or energy) for a large Christmas tree, why not try a Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla)? These potted pines used at Christmas can remain as wonderful houseplants throughout the year! Learn more.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Kids love it! The newest Almanac for Kids will bring a smile to your child’s face—after all, kids love it, adults can’t put it down, and teachers give it high marks!   LEARN MORE   How to Build a Chicken Coop: The Definitive Guide No “cluck” needed! With our guide, it’s easy to build a chicken coop! The chicken coop is a simple structure, but it’s also one of the most important elements for keeping a happy, healthy flock of chickens.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Grow Fresh, Gift Fresh! Share the joy of growing your own produce. It’s perfect for vegetable lovers!   LEARN MORE   Never-Fail Christmas Fudge Even if you’ve never made candy before in your life, give this easy fudge recipe a try. True to its name (thanks to the presence of marshmallows), it won’t seize, crumble, or make you tear your hair out. It’s a tasty, homemade treat that’s perfect for Christmastime!    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