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Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Sunday, September 29, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Here and yonder, high and low, Goldenrod and sunflowers glow. –Robert Kelley Weeks (1840–76) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today!]( [83 days until winter begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View our Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To: - harvest belowground crops - have dental care - pick fruit [Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity.]( Question of the Day Which area of the United States has the most thunderstorm activity? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day There is a thing that nothing is, and yet it has a name; ‘Tis sometimes tall and sometimes short; It joins our walks, it joins our sport; And plays at every game. (What is being described?) – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Let there be light! (title)]( [Let there be light!]( Brighten up your world with our charming and stylish collection of lighting decor and night lights. Illuminate your home with joy and style! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Grow Goldenrod (image)]( [How to Grow Goldenrod]( Native plants that provide color and habitat are in focus now, and goldenrod fits that bill perfectly. Whether in a modern meadow, as a patch in a perennial bed, or even in a container on the patio, goldenrod brings fall color and graceful feathery plumes to the landscape. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Get the calendars our readers love! (title)]( [Get the calendars our readers love!]( Unleash your curiosity with our captivating 2025 calendars! Find your ideal calendar for the year ahead and get ready for 2025. [LEARN MORE]( [Don't Fear the “Ugly” Produce! (image)]( [Don't Fear the “Ugly” Produce!]( [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Spectacular lunar photography! (title)]( [Spectacular lunar photography!]( This fascinating calendar features striking scenes of the Moon in the landscape, accompanied by fun facts and lore about Earth’s natural satellite. Order today! [LEARN MORE]( [The Scoop on Poop: What Is the Best Manure Compost for Gardens? (image)]( [The Scoop on Poop: What Is the Best Manure Compost for Gardens?]( Animal manure has long been used as a fertilizer in gardens and on farm fields, creating nutrient-rich, moisture-retaining soil for your plants. See the best type of manure for your garden and the best time to apply—as well as a few things to consider first [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Kids love it! (title)]( [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]( [8 Ways to Use Fall Leaves in the Garden (image)]( [8 Ways to Use Fall Leaves in the Garden]( Nature builds soil with falling leaves, and so should you! All those leaves can be turned into gardeners’ gold! We’ll show you a variety of uses for fallen leaves, putting all their goodness to use around the garden, from protecting plants to making leaf mold and mulching. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [The perfect soap for every gardener! (title)]( [The perfect soap for every gardener!]( This bar soap combines the exfoliating power of apricot seeds and coffee grounds with the nourishing touch of shea butter—leaving your skin feeling clean, refreshed, and luxuriously soft. [LEARN MORE]( [Roasted Autumn Vegetables (image)]( [Roasted Autumn Vegetables]( Roasting your vegetables adds a wonderful depth of flavor and texture. Our colorful Autumn Roasted Vegetables dish is phenomenal with squash, potatoes, hearty root vegetables, and dark greens. All you really need is olive oil and seasoning, and voilà! [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](