What is a Blue Moon?
Ever wonder what a Blue Moon is?

The Classic Bruise
Black and Blue? Learn why bruises occur and what some natural and easy ways help prevent or minimize bruising.

Halloween Superstitions and Symbols
If you see a blue light, is a ghost near? Why shouldn't you talk on Halloween? How did Jack O'Lanterns originate?

Hungry? Think Blue!
July is National Blueberry Month. July is the best time to eat more blueberries. They're healthy, patriotic, and tasty!

A Full PINK Moon?!
You've heard of a "blue" moon but what is a "pink" moon?

Don't Become Blue: Easy Tips for Growing Blueberries
10 tips for growing blueberries

Credit Card Blues
Before you skip a monthly payment or shop around for a new credit card, you may want to take this advice to heart.

The Year of No Summer
In prolonged human suffering, no other disaster in New England in history matched the frigid summer of 1816, the coldest in American annals. To this day, no accurate record exists as to the number who perished, or what the financial loss might have been in a winter that lasted from November of 1815 until April 1817. No other event, other than the Gold Rush of 1849, had as much impact upon westward migration as did the "Year of No Summer."

Winter Preparedness Safety Tips
Along with cold weather, winter can often bring a series of dangerous situations. Be prepared for Mother Nature's worst weather! Find valuable tips and be prepared by reading our story here.

Farmers' Almanac Readers Name Apple Pie as our National Dessert
There are many symbols we use to help represent the US and what we stand for. But what about dessert? In 2001, we asked this very question.

Timely Weather Definitions
Do you know what these words really mean? Are "squalls" predicted in your area? Do you know what is meant by squalls? What is the halo around the moon caused by?

Sick of Winter?
Warm up your home décor. Find out how to warm up your winter blues with some easy home decorating tips.

5 Easy Ways to Add Some SPRING to Your February
Spring fever taking over? Here are five easy ways to help make spring seem a little closer.

Wedding Traditions…Where Did They Come From?
If you're planning a winter wedding, you may want to read up on a few of these traditons.

How to Build a Green Roof
Here are a few practical hints for greening your roof.

Test Your Moon Knowledge
Lunar Trivia and Facts. These Moon factoids may surprise you!

Eat More of These Foods
Super foods for a healthier you. Some foods have been known to help prevent some common diseases. Find out which foods you should eat more of.

Test Your Weather Wisdom

Tips to Relieve Heartburn and Indigestion Naturally
The holidays for eating is here. Here are some natural ways to help you avoid overeating and possible heartburn.

Frostnip and Frostbite
Do you know the difference between frostnip and frostbite?

Put your Roof to Work
You don't need a big yard to have a nice garden. Try using your roof for planting vegetables, herbs and more.

How to Start a Flower Garden
Add Beauty to Your Life by Growing Flowers- An Easy-to-Follow Plan for Starting a Flower Garden.

Ring Around the Moon
Wondering what causes a lunar halo? Here's the answer.

How long does a star last in outer space?
Does it ever explode? Ever wonder how old a star is? Or if it ever explodes? Read on for the answers and more star-filled information.

Plant for Taste
Looking for something else to grow and eat besides vegetables? Consider adding flowers to your list of potential snacks, or as additions to your salad bowl. Here are a few tips and rules for your health, when it comes to munching on flower blossoms.

Why do Graduates wear Robes?
It's graduation season! Check out the colorful history and reason for wearing robes during ceremonies.

Full Harvest Moon
Full moon names have interesting stories behind them. Discover why September's full moon is often referred to as the Full Harvest Moon.

Top Five Foods For Picnics and Cookouts
(And Some Tasty Recipes!) Cook up some fantastic foods this Memorial Day. Check out our favorites here.

Spring is Here! Time to Plan your Flower Garden.
Easy to follow stpes for beginners. Flowers add color, beauty, and cheer to yards and landscapes everywhere. Here are some good tips on how to get started.

Top ELEVEN Most Memorable Weather Events
In 1999 we published an article on the 100 Most Memorable Weather Events over the past century. In 2001, we went further back in weather history and named the Top 10. In 2007 we added one more event to the list.

The Powers of Vinegar
Running out of household ideas that are simple and inexpensive to do? Try opening your closet and digging out that bottle of vinegar.

Olympic Traditions: One World, One Dream
The 2008 Summer Olympic Games begin August 8 in Beijing and will carry on centuries of tradition.

The Great Pumpkin Raft Race!
Ever try floating a pumpkin? How about floating in a pumpkin? Check out this creative and timely pumpkin paddling race.

The Katrina Cottage: Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about this innovative solution to the Gulf Region's housing crisis in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Pole Vaulting to a Solar Eclipse
First-hand account from Farmers' Almanac Astronomer. Imagine flying in a plane to chase a solar eclipse. That's what Joe Rao our astronomer did. Here's his eclipse review.

Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
There's nothing fun about being struck. Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Have a safe, enjoyable summer. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.

Uninvited Garden Guests: and some natural ways to discourage them
Learn how to naturally discourage deer, slugs, moles and other pests from visiting your garden.

Fire Up the Grill

Brunswick Stew
The aromatic signals that broadcast from a slow simmering Brunswick stew brings everyone into the kitchen anxious for a taste.

Polenta
Polenta is just cornmeal. It was something my mother made often. She made it instead of potatoes, and it was incredibly delicious. It is a dish that was quite common in Florence, her native region of Italy.

Peach Cobbler
August is Peach Month. It's time to turn those fresh peaches into a sweet tasty cobbler.

Blue Cheese Party Ball
This is a wonderful cheese ball. It is very easy to make and simply delicious!

Anadama Bread

Hot Cakes A La Henry
Cook over low to medium heat for two minutes, or until hotcakes have golden undersides.

Blueberry Buckle

Visual Journey: Blue Hill at Stone Barns Center
A tour of the Blue Hill Restaurant at Stone Barns Center. What's on the menu today? Lamb chops.

The Blue Moon
When is a full moon called a "Blue Moon"? Farmers' Almanac goes in search of the answer.

Sourwood Honey
Sourwood honey has a very complex flavor profile with hints of maple and spice. It wins blue ribbons at world honey shows and can only be made in small batches high in the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

Fishin'-opoly
The Game That Will REEL You In,Hook, Line And Sinker!Gone Fishin' – when grouped together, two of the most beautiful words in the English language. Whether you're a guy who takes the bass boat out for the weekend, or somebody...

The True Blue Moon
November 27, 2007 4:24 PM

Summer Safety & The Weather
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM

Giant Pumpkin Regatta
October 9, 2007 11:56 AM

"Attention All Passengers: It's the Weather"
February 26, 2007 3:33 AM

Winter Weather Observers
September 22, 2008 10:05 AM

Winter Officially Arrives Saturday
December 18, 2007 4:04 PM

A Brides Best Friend
September 25, 2008 9:33 AM

Another Giant Pumpkin Regatta
October 3, 2007 2:02 PM

Worst Weather for a Wedding
October 19, 2007 10:05 AM

Farmers' Almanac Winter Predictions
August 25, 2008 1:27 PM

Weather - Where to Live?
September 4, 2007 6:58 AM

Rainbows
July 2, 2008 3:13 PM

Shipping Christmas Cookies... Fruitcake Poll
December 6, 2007 10:49 AM

Financial Crisis - Suggestions to Save
October 6, 2008 9:38 AM

Watch us on the Today Show - September 19th
September 18, 2007 11:41 AM

Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM

Father's Day and June Wedding Traditions
June 8, 2007 12:05 PM

Do You Know Any Indian State Names?
September 7, 2005 12:09 PM

The National Show
April 12, 2006 8:58 PM

Winter Wild Bird Care
February 22, 2006 8:36 AM

Planting & Caring for Blueberries in the Home Garden
May 1, 2006 8:33 AM

Shoo Deer! You bother me!
June 16, 2008 11:41 AM

Stop The Traffic! Frogs are Crossing!
February 19, 2008 2:46 PM

Itching for Blackberries
July 13, 2005 4:53 PM

Thanksgiving Traditions
November 16, 2007 2:47 PM

Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM

What is a "Blue Moon"?
For more than half a century, whenever two full Moons appeared in a single month (which happens on average every 2 1/2 to 3 years), the second has been christened a "Blue Moon." In our lexicon, we describe an unusual...

About UV
The sun radiates energy over a broad spectrum of wavelengths. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which has a shorter wavelength than either visible blue ...

Farmers' Almanac Timeline
1818 – The first edition of Farmers’ Almanac is printed by editor David Young, Philom., and publisher Jacob Mann, in Morristown, N.J. 1852 – David Young dies. Astronomer Samuel Hart Wright succeeds him as editor. 1875...

Dates and Times of Full Moons in 2007 and 2008
Here are the dates, names, and times (EDT) of full moons in 2007 and 2008 from the Farmers' Almanac. Have you ever wondered why full Moons were given these names? Click here and get the fascinating facts! Remember, 2008 Farmers'...