Farmers' Almanac
summer
Summer Campfire Safety Tips
Campfires or fires on a patio are a fun way to enjoy summer evenings. Here are some useful tips on ways to enjoy these fires and stay safe.
Read More »What’s Worse: Snow in March or Rain in July?
Which weather is worse – snow in late March or rain in July? Read on and tell us what you think.
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Cool Ways to Exercise Safely in Summer
If the summer heat is tempting you to postpone your workout until autumn, think again. Just because it’s hot outside doesn’t mean you shouldn’t stay physically fit.
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Dog Days Are Here
The dog days of summer are the period between July 3 and August 11. It is during this time that the sun occupies the same region of the sky as Sirius, the Dog Star. It was once believed that due to the star’s position at this time of year that it somehow conspired with the… Continue Reading »
Read More »Take a Time Out
July is here. Summer is in full swing. While most people find time to take a vacation during the summer, this season can be just as busy as the others. Barbecues, parties, fireworks, and the regular chores and work schedule of the every day can fill up your calendars quickly. I’d like to remind everyone… Continue Reading »
Read More »Guess what Monday is?!
The first day of summer! On Monday morning at 7:28 Eastern Time summer will officially have arrived. Check out some summer solstice facts and folklore and tell us what you love about summer the most.
Read More »Summer is Almost Here
The weather today is very summer-like. Memorial Day is this Monday, which must mean summer is once again almost here. There’s something special about the summer. Maybe it’s the carefree idea of spending time outdoors in the garden and backyard, at the beach or perhaps at a state park somewhere. It’s vacation time, even if… Continue Reading »
Read More »Summer to be a Scorcher, Warns Farmers’ Almanac
FARMERS’ ALMANAC PRESS RELEASE DATE: May 24, 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Peter Geiger, Philom., Editor 207-755-2246 • pgeiger@farmersalmanac.com Sandi Duncan, Philom., Managing Editor, 207-755-2349 • sduncan@farmersalmanac.com Summer to be a Scorcher, Warns Farmers’ Almanac® LEWISTON, Maine – Those who complained about last year’s cool, soggy weather may enjoy the scorching heat the Farmers’ Almanac… Continue Reading »
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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.
