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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, February 6, 2025 What I say is that if a man really likes potatoes, he must be a pretty decent sort of fellow. —A. A. Milne, English writer (1882 - 1956) Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today! 41 days until spring begins View our Moon Phase Calendar When is the Next Full Moon? Today is the Best Day To: Begin Diet to Gain Weight Cut Hair to Encourage Growth Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity. Question of the Day What does the word commonwealth mean, as in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Why has the shoemaker wonderful powers of endurance? – Answer ADVERTISEMENT From Our Farm to Your Garden: Irish Eyes is a small-scale family-owned farm established in 1989. We specialize in organic potatoes and garlic but also offer a wide range of bare roots and heirloom seeds. Wholesale pricing available. Strict non-GMO policy.   LEARN MORE   What Are the Chances of a Meteor Hitting Earth? Seen any shooting stars lately? Worried about being clobbered by a meteor? Let’s talk about the chances of a meteor hitting Earth—and one of us!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Nourish Your Skin Naturally Experience the unique touch of Loofa Soap—seaweed-infused for gentle exfoliation and a revitalizing wash you’ll love.   LEARN MORE   Growing Potatoes in Containers Potatoes can take up quite a bit of space in your garden. One solution is to grow potatoes in containers! Gardeners have had success growing spuds in everything from trash cans to burlap bags.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Our perennial best seller for more than 48 years! Order your 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Calendar! This year’s design features original full-color illustrations, timely gardening advice, fun facts, quotes, and lore.    LEARN MORE   How to Grow Lucky Bamboo Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana) is a houseplant—not real bamboo! It’s popular because of its ability to grow in low light in the home or office. Learn more about how to care for Lucky Bamboo for years of good health and fortune!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT THE ALMANAC GARDEN PLANNER - USE IT FREE FOR 7 DAYS! Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner.    LEARN MORE   DIY Foot Scrub: Making Rosemary Foot Scrub at Home Wintertime of often synonymous with dry, cracked skin, and heels that haven't seen the Sun in a good long while. Give your feet a little pick-me-up before they shrivel-up!    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Bestseller: The Handy Hoe The Handy Hoe features a wooden handle, and angled blade to make digging, weeding, and uprooting easy!   LEARN MORE   Cheesy Potatoes A cheesy, starchy classic, this potato dish goes well as a side at big family meals or on a weeknight! Easy and delicious … it doesn’t get much better than that.    READ MORE    ADVERTISEMENT Share Your Thoughts & Help Shape the Almanac! ☞ 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 © 2025 Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 View web version