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Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Saturday, September 21, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( The roosters give the signal for daybreak, And through my window pours the grey of morn; Refreshing breezes fan me as I wake, And down the valley sounds the wesly horn. —Claude McKay (1889–48) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today!]( [1 day 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 [Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity.]( Question of the Day When was the fly swatter invented? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day I move incessant to and fro, Obedient to Moon and Sun, But though I serve both high and low, All wait on me, I wait on none. (What am I?) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [2025 Almanac calendars are HERE! (title)]( [2025 Almanac calendars are HERE!]( All of our reader favorites are back with brand-new artwork and photography. Order your 2025 Almanac calendar today! [LEARN MORE]( [Folklore of Cocks, Cockcrows, and Weathercocks (image)]( [Folklore of Cocks, Cockcrows, and Weathercocks]( Listen up! According to legend, during the fall equinox, cocks will often crow all day and all night! Learn more about roosters and the folklore associated with them. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Dazzling Suncatchers Made in New Hampshire! (title)]( [Dazzling Suncatchers Made in New Hampshire!]( Each suncatcher was hand-pressed from recycled glass using a centuries-old technique by Old Hancock Glassworks in New Hampshire. [LEARN MORE]( [A Century-Long Passion for Pumpkin Spice (image)]( [A Century-Long Passion for Pumpkin Spice]( There’s pumpkin-spice everything in stores this time of year. Who invented pumpkin spice? Or, where did this spice blend come from? Find out (and tell your friends) the answers to these questions about one of our most popular fall flavors. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The only planner you ll need to stay on track! (title)]( [The only planner you'll need to stay on track!]( The Old Farmer’s Almanac Planner will keep you on track! Each week gets a two-page spread with plenty of space for detailing daily appointments, events, thoughts, observations, birthdays, anniversaries, weekly reminders, and inspirations. [LEARN MORE]( [Signs of Autumn: Flying Birds, Falling Leaves, and Fading Sunlight (image)]( [Signs of Autumn: Flying Birds, Falling Leaves, and Fading Sunlight]( What signs of fall can you see, hear, taste, smell, and touch? In our neck of the woods, the signs of fall are acorns falling and squirrels scurrying about. Hawks and hummers are starting to migrate. Let’s use all five of those senses! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Which Almanac do you prefer? (title)]( [Which Almanac do you prefer?]( 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]( [How to Grow Citronella Plants (image)]( [How to Grow Citronella Plants]( The citronella plant is an attractive foliage plant with a lemony scent and lacy leaves. It can be grown in the garden, in pots, or as a houseplant. But does it chase away mosquitos? Learn more about growing citronella plants. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Want to Garden in a New Way? (title)]( [Want to Garden in a New Way?]( The Container Gardener’s Handbook unveils the secrets to growing delicious veggies, dazzling flowers, and lush herbs in even the tiniest spaces. Discover expert tips for container selection, soil mixes, watering, and more! [LEARN MORE]( [Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix Recipe (image)]( [Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix Recipe]( This homemade pumpkin spice recipe takes just minutes to mix up—with several ingredients that you may already have in your pantry! Then add this fragrant mix to pies, pancakes, roasted fall veggies, lattes, oatmeal—and even your carved pumpkin! [READ MORE]( ☞ If you enjoy the Daily Almanac, [share with a friend]( ☜ [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [View product recommended for you]( [Shop The Old Farmer's Store]( [SMSbanner_blue]( Did a friend forward you the Almanac Daily? You can [sign up here](. Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom! [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( 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](