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Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Monday, October 14, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Nature’s first green is gold, Her hardest hue to hold. Her early leaf’s a flower; But only so an hour. Then leaf subsides to leaf. So Eden sank to grief, So dawn goes down to day. Nothing gold can stay. –Robert Frost (1874–1963) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today!]( [68 days until winter begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View our Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To: - cut hair to encourage growth - make jams or jellies [Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity.]( Question of the Day I want to make sure my Christmas cactus produces flowers in December. What should I do now? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day What’s that in the Fire, and not in the Flame? What’s that in the Master, and not in the Dame? What’s that in the Courtier, and not in the Clown? What’s that in the Country, and not in the Town? – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Cut, Bake, and Create! (title)]( [Cut, Bake, and Create!]( These USA-made cookie cutters add a touch of joy to every batch of cookies. [LEARN MORE]( [When is Indigenous Peoples' Day 2024? (image)]( [When is Indigenous Peoples' Day 2024?]( What is Indigenous Peoples’ Day? Why is it celebrated on the same day as Columbus Day? Here is a bit more information about the holiday and its history. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Final Days to Harvest Big Savings in Our Gardening for All Sale! (title)]( [Final Days to Harvest Big Savings in Our Gardening for All Sale!]( Save 20% on garden tools and accessories when you spend $50 or more! Grab your Hori Hori Knives, aprons, and more before the cold snap freezes your chance to save! [LEARN MORE]( [Columbus Day 2024 (image)]( [Columbus Day 2024]( Today is Columbus Day! Why do we observe Columbus Day? Why is there controversy behind it? Here's a brief history of the holiday. [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]( [4 Ways Canadian Thanksgiving Differs From U.S.A.'s Thanksgiving (image)]( [4 Ways Canadian Thanksgiving Differs From U.S.A.'s Thanksgiving]( Happy Thanksgiving, Canadians! Here is how Canada celebrates their big holiday as well as four ways that the Canadian and U.S. Thanksgivings differ. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Order the 2025 Old Farmer s Almanac (title)]( [Order the 2025 Old Farmer's Almanac]( Now in its 233nd year, The Old Farmer’s Almanac is the best-selling annual in the United States. Order the 2025 edition today! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Grow Shallots: The Complete Guide (image)]( [How to Grow Shallots: The Complete Guide]( What are shallots? Are they wee little onions? Funny-looking garlic? Neither! Shallots are prized in the kitchen for their mild flavor and smooth texture. Learn how to plant shallots (in late fall or early spring) with our growing guide. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Great additions to your morning routine! (title)]( [Great additions to your morning routine!]( Find your new favorite mug at the Old Farmer’s Store! We offer a wide selection featuring botanic designs for gardeners, birders, and fans of the outdoors! [LEARN MORE]( [Curried Butternut Squash With Rice (image)]( [Curried Butternut Squash With Rice]( Our Curried Butternut Squash With Rice recipe is colorful and cozy, making for an easy yet deeply satisfying vegetarian meal. [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](