Robocalls and the measles | the best grass for your lawn | snake plants

Your DAILY Companion From the Almanac Editors [View in Browser]( | [Almanac.com]( | [Get a Copy]( [Saturday, November 9, 2024]( [From The Old Farmer's Almanac]( Thunder in November, a fertile year to come. [Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Find our advice for today!]( [42 days until winter begins]( [Moon Phase Today]( [View our Moon Phase Calendar]( [When is the Next Full Moon?]( Today is the Best Day To: - Castrate Animals [Plan ahead! See the best days for every activity.]( Question of the Day How long can I keep a whole, frozen turkey in my freezer? – [Answer]( Puzzle of the Day If all the letters of the alphabet were asked out to dinner, why could they not all go together? – [Answer]( ADVERTISEMENT [Chime in with Harvest Savings! (title)]( [Chime in with Harvest Savings!]( It’s week two of the Harvest Days Sale! Get 20% off wind chimes, bells, and spinners with any purchase of $60 or more. This week only—elevate your space with seasonal sounds! [LEARN MORE]( [Getting Robocalls? Blame the Measles. (image)]( [Getting Robocalls? Blame the Measles.]( So who’s responsible for those nuisance robocalls? Here’s some surprising history—going back to Alexander Graham Bell’s time and a case of measles. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Cultivate Creativity! (title)]( [Cultivate Creativity!]( Embrace your love of nature with our gardening journal! Enjoy journaling pages, beautiful illustrations, and inspiring quotes to nurture your growth throughout the seasons. [LEARN MORE]( [12 Best Types of Grass for Your Lawn (image)]( [12 Best Types of Grass for Your Lawn]( Perhaps nowhere else in your yard is it more important to match the conditions to the plant as it is in the your lawn. All turf grass is not equal, and trying to grow low-traffic, sun-loving grass in a shady spot heavily used as a play area is a recipe for headache and failure. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Keep your feet comfy this winter! (title)]( [Keep your feet comfy this winter!]( These Alpaca Fleece OutdoorAdventure Socks are great for winter sports, hiking, hunting, fishing, camping, and cold nights by the fire. Order yours today and get ready for winter! [LEARN MORE]( [How to Make Body Scrub: Recipe for Lavender Salt Scrub (image)]( [How to Make Body Scrub: Recipe for Lavender Salt Scrub]( Are you tired of harsh chemical exfoliants that leave your skin feeling dry and irritated? You’ll love our soothing and effective lavender salt scrub. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Our perennial best seller for more than 48 years! (title)]( [Our perennial best seller for more than 48 years!]( Order your 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Calendar! This year’s design features original full-color illustrations, timely gardening advice, fun facts, quotes, and lore. [LEARN MORE]( [How to Care for Snake Plants (image)]( [How to Care for Snake Plants]( We love snake plants! Also known as “Mother-in-Law’s Tongue” and Sansevieria, these are one of the easiest houseplants to care for. This striking succulent plant is very forgiving and perfect for beginners, but they are beloved by experienced plant parents, too. [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [Tiny Mug, Big Herb Garden! (title)]( [Tiny Mug, Big Herb Garden!]( Grow your own herbs right from a cozy mug! Fresh basil, mint, or lemon balm—perfect for small spaces and big flavors. [LEARN MORE]( [Stuffing-Breaded Pork Chops With Pan Gravy (image)]( [Stuffing-Breaded Pork Chops With Pan Gravy]( Whether cooking for your family or just for yourself, Stuffing-Breaded Pork Chops With Pan Gravy is the perfect main dish to make you feel like a fancy chef. At least, that is how I felt making it. And my goodness, was it delicious! [READ MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT ☞ 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](