Farmers' Almanac Drinks
Texas Tornado Caught on Video
Once again, we’re in the unfortunate position of having to express our sympathy to yet another group of people caught off guard by Mother Nature’s fury.
Mom’s Best Advice
Yesterday was Mother’s Day. In anticipation of mom’s big day, we asked our readers on Friday, “What’s the best advice your mother ever gave you?” The responses ranged from practical to funny to heartwarming. Here’s just a small sampling of what you said: • My mom always told me to be true to myself! • That being… Continue Reading »
Grilled Peanut Butter Chicken
Mouthwatering grilled chicken smothered in irresistible peanut sauce.
No More Bedtime Battles!
Do you dread putting your little one to bed? Put this expert advice to work for you, and end the nighttime hysterics!
Radish Poppy Seed Tea Sandwiches
This creamy, fresh, delicious sandwich makes a great offering for guests or a light afternoon snack!
They’re Here! The Cicadas Return!
Brood II, a massive horde of periodic cicadas, is now emerging from their 17-year sleep. Learn more!
Memorial Day Forecast: Sunny or Soggy?
Find out what we’re predicting for your area this Memorial Day weekend!
Colonial Cooking: A Look Back
The harsh conditions of a “new world” affected how and what our nation’s founders ate. Learn to eat like a colonist!
If you notice a hole in the upper left-hand corner of your Farmers' Almanac, don't return it to the store! That hole isn't a defect; it's a part of history. Starting with the first edition of the Farmers' Almanac in 1818, readers used to nail holes into the corners to hang it up in their homes, barns, and outhouses (to provide both reading material and toilet paper). In 1910, the Almanac's publishers began pre-drilling holes in the corners to make it even easier for readers to keep all of that invaluable information (and paper) handy.
