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Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Wednesday, October 30, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( It was down in the woodland on last Hallowe’en, Where silence and darkness had built them a lair, That I felt the dim presence of her, the unseen, And heard her still step on the hush-haunted air. —Madison Julius Cawein (1865-1914) [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today!]( [52 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 Discourage Growth - Get Married [Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity.]( Question of the Day How do you remove scorch marks left by an iron on a carpet? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day Why is coffee like an ax with a dull edge? – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Our readers love this calendar! 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Our Favorite Halloween Recipes]( We’ve added some more classic Halloween treats to our collection! From peanut brittle to popcorn balls to candy apples, here are the traditional Halloween favorites—plus, some new creepy and creative ideas, including a red blood zombie punch and raw meat Rice Krispies! [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. 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