A topsy-turvy winter forecast, news about our Sun, growing elephant ears

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Sunday, August 25, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( And the hazy orange moon grew up And slowly changed to yellow gold While the hills were darkened, fold on fold To a deeper blue than a flower could hold. –Sara Teasdale (1884–1933) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today!]( [28 days until autumn begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View our Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To: - color hair - cut hair to discourage growth - harvest belowground crops [Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity.]( Question of the Day Can I use peanut shells as mulch in my garden? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day The Treasure State.(Name the U.S. state!) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [2025 Calendars are Shipping Now! 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